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I was fortunate to have known NF and benefited greatly from his wisdom and guidance, not just in how to manage my practice but in how to approach the fullness of life. He was an icon in the legal field and an inspiration who will be greatly missed. My deepest condolences go to his children and grandchildren.
David Klein


Mr. Frickey's passing is sad news, indeed. He was a man who's word was his bond and it was my great privilege to have known him since 1982. I flew into Denver then to see him and was met at the airport by his son, young Norty, who, along with sister Janet, would later so ably receive the mantle of leadership from their father. There is a lot that can be said about Mr. Fricke. One remarkable thing is how he endured all the tough times. I know he suffered through times of deep disappointment that would have driven many men to cynicism. But, not him. He saw the better nature in people and acquired a wisdom that inspired those who knew him. He helped me through some tough times of my own. He didn't ask anything in return. He helped because that was his nature. I don't know how you replace the irreplaceable. He will be greatly missed.
Pat Carr



To the Frickey family, Network Affiliate Members and Network Affiliate Staff:
None of us would know each other were it not for Norton Frickey who I first met on July 28, 1995 in Vail.
We are all in his debt for our prosperity. He was a kind, generous, thoughtful man who showed the same demeanor and attention to the bus boy cleaning our table as he did to the biggest member of our group.
I last saw him in Las Vegas several years ago, and he told me that would be his last convention as flying had become too uncomfortable for him. I told him then what a pleasure it had been to have known him and how he had enriched our lives in so many ways. His legacy is the very fine Staff he had put together at Network Affiliates, the Members over the years and the thousands of clients he has introduced to each of us.
We are all better for having known Norton and have benefited from his vision and leadership. Joan and I send our most sincere condolences to our extended Network Affiliates family.
Herbert Thornbury


Dear Harlan:
I am very sorry to hear this. I always thought Norty would live forever. He was a good and honest man. We will not see another like him pass this way again soon. We will miss him and we share with his family in his loss.
George Fleming

Tammy and Harlan: In a unique way NF lives on in perpetuity every time a commercial runs much like the MGM “Lion” and the 20th Century spotlight or the Screen Gems torch-bearing Goddess, whoever she is. He was a true gentleman, good friend and of course a golden source of wealth and riches for all of us. He will be missed.
Lawrence"Larry" Levin


I am also deeply sadden by Norton’s death. I met him about 25 years ago, and started my marketing career because of his influence. He had vision and determination in an era when lawyers who advertised were treated poorly by many establishment lawyers. The profession owes him a great deal.
Norton was a mench in every sense of the word. He will be deeply missed, and he will be hard to replace. My best to his family.
Herb Friedman

Although I never had the pleasure of meeting NF, I feel fortunate to have received the benefit of his creative vision for more than 15 years. I have also enjoyed the camaraderie and family closeness many of you speak of while fishing for trout in my backyard with Norty, Jr. and while working with numerous members of NetAff's dedicated staff throughout all of these years. I have no doubt that the warmth and closeness shared by the entire NetAff crew with all of its clients was also a large part of NF's vision.
My sincerest sympathy to Norty, Jr. and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time.
With best regards,
Dennis Ellis



I am saddened by the news of the passing of NF. I certainly enjoyed knowing him all these years. Please let Norty and Janet know that my prayers are with them in this time of sorrow. As you know he was more than just a business contact—a real friend. I will miss him.
Gordon Crawford



Tammy,
Please pass on the heart felt condolences of Dave,Lou and me and everyone else at Gold Khourey and Turak to the family.We have been associated with Network Affiliates since 1986.I always thought the success NF enjoyed was attributable to his belief that his success was a function of our success and our success was his foremost concern.I think that is his most important legacy and a value that to this day still sustains Network Affiliates.We all owe him a considerable debt.
Please let me know the arrangements.Thanks.
Jon Turak



Tammy,

I am so very sorry to hear that Mr. Frickey passed away. It is a rare to know a man who accomplished so much in one lifetime. I would like to extend my family’s deepest condolences to the entire Frickey family and the extended Network family. If there is anything we can do, please do not hesitate to call upon us. Thanks Tammy.
Keith V. Trantolo
Attorney



As one of the original two Network Affiliate clients I can only add, well said. I remember my first call to Network Affiliates when NF picked up the phone himself. From the beginning I knew that I was doing business with a man of great integrity, ingenuity & courage. We both wondered if TV in such a small market #132 in the US would be viable. I was present when he announced stepping down and handing the reins over to Norty. He was in fact a great man who left a wonderful legacy. I remember the early days when he demanded that all ads be of the highest quality both in content & production. Every time I saw him he asked me if I was related to "Virgil Trucks" (a major leaguer of four decades ago). I guess he finally believed me when I sent him a signed baseball card. Norton & the team he leaves at Network Affiliates has had a tremendous impact on me and my family. Picking up the phone in Clare, Michigan after seeing his add in Trial Magazine was one of the best decisions I ever made.
Jay Trucks

Dear Tammy,
Thank you for conveying this very sad news. NF was a legend - a forward-thinker ahead of his time - and he played a pivotal role in changing how lawyers in America do business, and in opening the doors of justice to the "little people" who had no one to speak for them, little education, and no access to assistance. Any of us would be proud to have that said of us.
We will all miss a truly wonderful gentleman!
John Saxon



This is certainly shocking news, Tammy. I was just about to write a note to Norton (I always called him “Norton” for some reason, not NF) to apologize for not getting out to Golden to see him on my trip to Denver last week. There is so much that I have to be grateful to him for and so many good times that Betsy and I have to remember with him and with his family. This is a great loss, coming all too soon. Please let me know when the memorial service will take place as I will want to be there if possible. The only thing that might keep me from coming out there is that my father is also dying and is not expected to live more than a few more days.
Don Lowery



Please convey our condolences to the Frickey family. I am aware of his legendary status and had the pleasure of seeing and listening to him speak at one of the conventions I attended several years ago after becoming affiliated with Network Affiliates.
Abe Kalfus


On behalf of the partners and employees of Arrington Schelin & Herrell, I wish to convey our deepest sympathy to Norty, Janet, their families, and, the extended family at Network Affiliates, upon the death of Mr. Frickey. As Tammy said, in a most eloquent way, he distinguished himself among his colleagues with his pleasant and innovative style. All can be justly proud of his contributions and accomplishments to the advertising and legal communities. He is remembered with respect and admiration and he will be missed.
We extend our condolences to his family. We hope that time and memories will help lessen the burden of their sorrow, and that they may draw comfort from knowing that others care and share in their loss. Please let us know the arrangements and how we can help.
Brenda Kieser



Our sincerest sympathies to his family and everyone at Network Affiliates.
Mel Wright



Our thoughts are with the Frickey Family and everyone at Network Affiliates.
David R. Montlick