John F. Norwell ’67

John F. Norwell ’67, of Walpole, Mass.; Feb. 17. A well-known hockey player in his high school, he continued playing for Brown’s men’s hockey team and in his sophomore year made it to the “Frozen Four.” In his senior year he was part of the team that won the All Ivy championship. After graduating, he continued his hockey career playing in the New England League for the Walpole Sweepers, the Framingham Pics, and the Lowell Chiefs. In 1970, he partnered with a colleague to purchase and operate the Sunoco Gas Station on Route 1A in Walpole Center. In 1973 he changed career paths, taking a sales position with Sentry Insurance. He opened his own insurance agency, partnering with his brother Peter to form Norwell and Norwell Insurance Agency in 1984. He continued skating in men’s leagues and regularly organized tournaments throughout the country. He enjoyed playing golf and was a lifelong member at Walpole Country Club, winning the title of club champion in 1980, and in the same year winning the Boston Globe Golf Tournament. He also enjoyed snow skiing. He is survived by his wife, Beverly; a daughter and son-in-law; a son; two grandchildren; a brother and sister-in-law; and nieces and nephews.