Norman Maerten, of the Town of Wheatfield, NY, passed away Thursday, August 25, 2022, at his home under the care of his family and Niagara Hospice.

He was born in North Tonawanda, NY, on February 8, 1934, a the son of the late George and Carrie (Miller) Maerten.

Mr. Maerten served with the US Army. In 1959, he started working with his brother Donald at Maerten's Motor Service and continued operating the business until his death.

Mr. Maerten was actively involved in the Shawnee Fire Company, serving as fire chief seven times, along with other offices in the company. He was a member of the Niagara County Tractor Pullers, the Niagara County Fire Advisory Board, the Niagara County Fire Chief Association and was an active member of the several firematic associations in the area.

He enjoyed spending time with his family and taking care of his vegetable garden.

Mr. Maerten is survived by his wife of 66 years Ann H. [Moje] Maerten; two sons James (Sue) and Thomas Maerten; two grandchildren Kevin and Andrew (Alexis) Maerten and a great-granddaughter Aubrey Maerten, also many nieces and nephews.

He was the brother of the late Donald and Clarence Maerten.

His family will be present on Thursday from 4-8 PM at the RHONEY FUNERAL HOME, 5893 Hoover Road, SANBORN, NY.

Memorials may be made in his name to the Shawnee Fire Company or Niagara Hospice.

Visit www.rhoneyfuneralhome.com, for guest register.