Todd was leader in citrus industry

Posted 3/4/21

Norman Todd, a lifelong Florida resident and citrus industry insider, died on February 28, 2021.

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Todd was leader in citrus industry

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LABELLE — Norman Todd, a lifelong Florida resident and citrus industry insider, died on Feb. 28, 2021.

He graduated from the University of Florida, then served in the Army performing missions in Alaska. While serving, he met Helen Kennedy. They married and settled in Florida.

Norman’s citrus career took him across the state. He managed thousands of acres of citrus in over 20 Florida counties and was involved in numerous research committees and production programs. He spearheaded a statewide referendum among citrus growers to establish the Citrus Box Tax. He was know as the ‘Godfather’ of the box tax which has raised millions of dollars for IFAS research stations. He was a long-time member of the Florida Horticultural Society and served four years as Treasurer.

Norman was inducted into the Florida Citrus Hall of Fame. He received many awards, including the UF Distinguished Alumnus, IFAS Alumnus of Distinction, Citrus Achievement Award. 1983 Industry Man of the Year, Distinguished Service Award of Merit, Outstanding Agriculturist, and Outstanding Commercial Horticulturist.

He served as President of the LaBelle Rotary Club, the Avon Park Jaycees and the Frostproof Band Boosters. He served as Director of the LaBelle Chamber of Commerce and Chairman of the Frostproof Citizens Advisory Committee for Housing and Community Rehabilitation and Secretary of the Frostproof Rotary Club. He was a devoted member of The Church of the Good Shepherd in LaBelle and served on the Vestry.

Norman was the son of the late E.G. and Winifred Todd. His wife Helen predeceased him in 2001. Norman is survived by his son David (Judy), his daughter Patricia (Michael), his dear friend Marilee Truitt, his devoted caregiver Heidi Weems and three grandchildren.

Norman’s wish to forgo formal funeral traditions in favor of a private family service. In lieu of flowers, Norman requested that folks make the world better by generously donating their time and treasure to their favorite charity.

https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/theledger/obituary.aspx?pid=197919679

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