Norman Chin

In Loving Memory of Norman Chin

Norman Chin, a distinguished mechanical engineer and World War II Veteran, passed away
peacefully on January 7, 2025, at the age of 104. Born in Taishan, China, he emigrated to the
United States at the age of 15. Not knowing a word of English when he came to this country, he
worked his way from elementary school through college graduation from The Stevens Institute
of Technology.
 
During his service in the U.S. Army/Air Forces, Norman distinguished himself as an airplane
mechanic in Guam, reaching the rank of Sergeant. His remarkable contributions as a WWII
Veteran earned him the prestigious Congressional Gold Medal, the highest award bestowed by
the United States Congress.
 
Norman’s professional career spanned over four decades with the Port Authority of New York
and New Jersey. His expertise led him to design the highly sophisticated HVAC system for the
World Trade Center Twin Towers, which tragically collapsed on September 11, 2001.
Additionally, he played a pivotal role in designing the underground fuel systems for Newark and
Kennedy Airports.
 
Norman is survived by his son Daniel and wife Gean, his son Douglas, his son Timothy and wife
Alice, and his daughter Margaret and husband Richard Michaud.  He is also blessed with eight
grandchildren, Joseph, Jonathan and his wife Christina, Matthew, Jeremy, Nicholas, TJ, Ryan, 
and Kacey, and three great-grandchildren, Blaise, Nora, and Charlie. 
 
A devoted New York Yankees fan and enthusiast of Broadway musicals, he cherished the
opportunity to gather his family and friends for festive celebrations, particularly during holidays
and birthdays.  Those who knew him enjoyed his culinary mastery, as he always took pride in
sharing his delicious dishes. 

Norman Chin's funeral service will be live streamed starting 15 minutes prior to the start of the service .

The video will be available to watch on Mr. Chin's obituary page and on you tube 24 hours after the completion service.
 
Visitation and memorial service arrangements will be held on Saturday, February 8, 2025, from
9:00 to 11:30AM at 
Vander Plaat Funeral Home
257 Godwin Avenue
Wyckoff, New Jersey
 
Immediately following the service, Norman Chin will be interred at 12:30pm at 
The Garden of Memories Mausoleum
300 Soldier Hill Road
Township of Washington, New Jersey 
 

In lieu of flowers, please make 

Donations in Memory of Norman Chin to:

First Congregational United Church of Christ

131 Pascack Rd., Park Ridge, New Jersey, 07656  

Donation Link: https://secure.myvanco.com/L-Z27E/campaign/C-15AXA?access=tile_direct

                                     Or

First Presbyterian Church of Yorktown

2880 Crompond Rd., Yorktown Heights, New York 10598

Donation Link: https://onrealm.org/myFPCY/give/IMONC