Norman Penny

Norman F. Penny (ca. 1905 – February 13, 1962) was an American banker, insurance broker, investor, and politician from New York.

Biography Penny was born in Roslyn, New York ca. 1905. He served in this capacity between 1938 and 1942.

In 1946, following his military service, Penny declined to accept the GOP nomination for New York State Assemblyman, opting not to run for the position which he had previously held; at the time, he resided at 91 Rocky Wood Road in the Strathmore section of Manhasset.

Penny also served as the Town of North Hempstead's Republican leader for many years, as well as remaining a prominent figure in Nassau County politics.

Military service During World War II, he served in the United States Air Force and was stationed at Lincoln Air Force Base in Lincoln, Nebraska, earning the ranking of Major in 1944; he served as Base Intelligence Officer and as Public Relations Officer. He was 57 years old. His funeral was held at Fairchild & Sons in Manhasset.

Personal life Penny was married to his wife, and the couple had 3 children.

Penny was involved with the Cerebral Palsy Foundation of Nassau County, serving as the chair of the 1952 fund drive.