Son of David and Ada Bates, of Tow Law, Co. Durham. Nephew of Lizzie Wilson, of Emma Colliery Rows, West Ryton on Tyne, Co. Durham, and Isabelle Elliott, of Crawcrook, Ryton on Tyne, Co. Durham.
Sisters: Jenny and Mary.
Notes :
Norman took a keen interest in motors.
Sources Used:
Commonwealth War Graves Commission Debt of Honour Register.
Army Roll of Honour 1939-45.
Information provided by family members.