Thursday, November 19, 2009

November 19th, 2009 3:30 pm

Embraced by Ralph, Lisa and me, Norma passed away today at 3:30 p.m. It was a beautiful, peaceful death. She shifted from labored, quickened breaths, to a slower, paused pace. And then, she didn't breath again. We cried, and we held her, and we cried some more. And now, there's some relief in knowing that she's no longer feeling any pain. She's at peace, and for that, we're grateful.

There will be a private memorial in Ohio, and a second "celebration of life" in Illinois, at a future date.

We are truly blessed to have had Norma in our lives, and will miss her in ways that are difficult to fathom. We've also been blessed by the love that has surrounded her in so many wonderful ways. Heartfelt thanks to each and every one of you who have held her in your thoughts and prayers. I know she has a special place in each of your hearts.

Here's to a very special woman, mother, grandmother, wife and friend. Raise a glass to Norma. That's what she'd want you to do.




1 comment:

  1. I only met Norma once right after she retired from Central. She was a very nice woman who made me feel at ease on one of my first days at school. I am sorry for your loss.

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