Norman Klase, a longtime resident of Auburn, passed away at home on Sunday, September 13, 2015 with his loving wife of 72 years and two sons at his side. He was 92 years old. Norm retired from Auburn University as the Associate Director of Human Resources in 1986 and remained active in the University Club. He was awarded an honorary life membership in the College and University Human Resources Association in recognition of his valuable service to the association and the human resource management profession nationally. Prior to joining the human resources management staff of Auburn, he served in the United States Navy retiring as a Chief Petty Officer with 23 years of service before returning to Auburn. Norm was assigned to the Navy ROTC Unit at Auburn from 1961 to 1965 and grew to love Auburn as many others have done before him. In his early years he was active in scouting attaining Eagle Scout, selection for the Order of the Arrow and serving as scoutmaster and explorer advisor in several locations for many years. Norm was a long term member of Trinity Lutheran Church and served in many capacities including church elder. He was a man of many interests including elaborate model train layouts, rose gardening (honorary member of the Perry Garden Club), model ship building, cooking, baking and traveling nationally and internationally with Hazel where they have acquired many lasting friendships. He is survived by his wife and soul mate Hazel, two sons Norman Jr. and Kenneth, six grandchildren and five great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his daughter Gloria in 2014. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Normans honor to Trinity Lutheran Church, 446 South Gay Street, Auburn Alabama, 36830. A graveside service will be held at the Auburn Memorial Park Cemetery on Saturday, September 19, 2015 at 11:00 AM with Pastor Allan Hudspith officiating. Friends and family are invited to the Trinity Lutheran Church fellowship hall for refreshments and fellowship following the service. A graveside service will be held at the Auburn Memorial Park Cemetery on Saturday, September 19, 2015 at 11:00 AM with Pastor Allan Hudspith officiating. Friends and family are invited to the Trinity Lutheran Church fellowship hall for refreshments and fellowship following the service.