Norma Sparrow

Norma Sparrow

Norma Sparrow Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Mar. 23 to Mar. 25, 2011.
SPARROW, Norma Phyllis (nee Westlund) August 20, 1935 - March 22, 2011 Norma Phyllis Sparrow passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on March 22, 2011. Norma will be lovingly remembered by her devoted husband of almost 58 years, Bert (Robert); and her four children, their spouses, seven grandchildren and one great-granddaughter. Her children are, Heather Sparrow-Barsotti (Ron), Hal Sparrow (Kathy), Colleen Murphy (Steve) and Ross Sparrow. She was loved by her grandchildren, Jeff (Nicole), Dan (Tara) Barsotti (great-granddaughter Isabella), Graham, Jodi and Callie Sparrow, and Colin and Larissa Murphy. She is also survived by her brother Stewart Westlund (Holly) and her sister Muriel Woodley. She is predeceased by her parents Laura and Henry Westlund and her brothers Morley and Bruce. Norma was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother and will be deeply missed by all. A Memorial Service will be held at Woodcliff United Church at 5010 Spruce Drive, S.W. Calgary on March 26, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. Expressions of sympathy may be made by donations to the Calgary Society for Persons with Disabilities at 3410 Spruce Drive S.W., Calgary, AB T3C 3A4 or Intercare Southwood Hospice at 211 Heritage Drive S.E., Calgary, AB T3H 1M9. Condolences may be forwarded by visiting www.leydens.com . Arrangements entrusted to Leyden's Funeral Home Reception and Cremation. Telephone: 403-228-4422.

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Karen Campbell

April 3, 2017

Hi Bert. My grandma was a Sparrow and she had a brother Ed in Enderby. My dad was named Murray . I will be excited to hear from you.Karen nee White

Dianne Fallow

April 9, 2011

I would love to hear from members of the Sparrow Family since My Mother in law's Family were named Sparrow. Our Sparrow's were from Enderby, BC. We have family in Saskatchewan, Alberta as well.

April 7, 2011

Bert and family. Our deepest sympathy on your loss. We have a huge amount of fond memories about Norma and the entire Sparrow family. Harvey Martin and family

Ethel Anderson-Storhaug

April 1, 2011

So sorry to hear of Norma's passing, Bert.
I always think of her and the fun we had at the Willow Creek School when I was teaching there.
Deepest sympathy to you all,
Ethel

March 29, 2011

Colleen and family:
So sorry to hear about the loss of your mom. May happy memories soon replace your heartache!

Larry and Brenda Weber and family

March 28, 2011

Heather, I am sorry to hear of your Moms death. Have lost your email address but would like to hear from you. Marianne Kratj

March 26, 2011

Sparrow family. Our deepest sympathy for your loss.
Abby and Linda McLean

Gaye Lebid

March 26, 2011

My sincere sympathy for your loss. I have lots of great memories from when we all grew up in Leduc.Thinking of all of yous.

richard Munn

March 26, 2011

Bert and Family, i am so sorry to hear of Norma and her passing on. I will be unable to attend her service as i am in Yuma, AZ. I just read about it this afternoon, please accept my condolences as i have many fond memories of Norma over the years.

tracy ryan

March 26, 2011

Sparrow Family,
On behalf of LeVilla Restaurant, we are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

March 26, 2011

Bert, Heather, Hal, Colleen and Ross;
We will be unable to attend Norma's service but please know our thoughts and prayers are with you. She was a wonderful lady. I can recall times back in the 70's when it seemed as though she had 20 children, not 4! She made everyone feel so welcome in her home. Thinking of you.
Dan & Carol Olsen/Thomas

Phyllis Nelson

March 25, 2011

Sparrow Family - In sympathy and friendship my thoughts are with you during this time. Norma was a special lady, and I have fond memories of her. May your memories bring you comfort over time. Take care...

Ron & Leslee Herregodts

March 25, 2011

Heather and family
We are sorry to hear of Norma's passing. We have many fond memories of Norma from our high school years. She was a great lady. Our thoughts are with you.

JB and Cheryl Holmberg

March 25, 2011

Dear Sparrow Family

We are so sorry to hear of Norma's passing. She was an awesome lady - so many great memories of her when growing up in Leduc. Our thoughts are with you.

Bud Liversidge

March 25, 2011

Sparrow Family

Please accept my deepest sympathy in your great loss. As a distant relative through the Lindberg line and editor of Family Cameos I appreciated Norma's responses to family genealogy questions and I will be glad to answer any questions regarding the Lindberg family.

Bud Liversidge [email protected] Edmonton.

Katherine Peterson

March 24, 2011

Heather and family. Our deepest sympathy.Our thoughts and prayers are with you all,at this sad time in your life.I have fond memories of your mother.Thinking of you all. Viola Macaskill @ Katherine Peterson

March 24, 2011

Bert,and family, So sorry to here of Norma's passing. Wish we could be there to give you a hug.
Les & Norma Deuchar

Carleen Oliver (Hopkins)

March 24, 2011

Heather and Ron - I am deeply sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family.

March 24, 2011

Bert, Hal and family. Our hearts are with you and your loved ones. Ian and Catherine Bamsey

Rick & Sandy McDonald

March 24, 2011

So sorry to hear of Norma's passing. Our thoughts are with you at this time.

Bob &Sharon McLeay

March 24, 2011

Bert , Hal and family --I am truly sorry for your loss-she was a great lady and we have been privileged to have known her. Our condolences go out to you and your family.
Bob and Sharon McLeay

March 24, 2011

DEAR BURT & FAMILY,
OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO EACH OF YOU ON THE LOSS OF YOUR BELOVED WIFE, MOTHER, GRANDMOTHER AND SISTER. NORMA WAS A TRULY LOVELY PERSON AND HER LIFE ENRICHED ALL WHO CAME TO KNOW HER.
WE ARE SORRY THAT WE ARE NOT ABLE TO BE WITH YOU ALL AS WE ARE IN ARIZONA AT THIS TIME, BUT PLEASE KNOW THAT YOU ALL ARE IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS. GEORGE & JO-ANN NEUBERT, BETTY HARRISON AND FAMILY.

Irene & Ted Orlick

March 24, 2011

It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.

Warren & Barb Gaetz - Family

March 24, 2011

Dear Sparrow Family
So Sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Debbie Boyko

March 24, 2011

Dear Heather, Hal, Colleen, Ross and Mr. Sparrow,
Our deepest sympathies to all of you at this difficult time. May you find solace in the many happy memories of your Mother and Wife.

Our thoughts are with you,
Bill & Olga Boyko
Debbie, Joan, Bob, Cindy and Brad.

March 24, 2011

Bert and Family, I was truly sorry to hear about Norma's passing. She was a great lady. I really enjoyed the times we could visit when you would come to Horizons Centre. It was also fun to reminisce about times spent at Conjuring Creek with the other "Pahl" clan. May your memories of a wonderful lady soften the sorrow of losing her. Judy Holm

Clay & Lisa Hinds

March 24, 2011

Dear Bert, Hal, Heather, Colleen & Ross, Clay and I are just heartbroken to hear of Norma's passing. She will be greatly missed. We were so lucky to have known her. People pass through our lives and some make an impact and some just move on. Norma has made a forever impact in our lives and we will never forget her loving nature and warmth. We always looked forward to both of you visiting Texas! I know that as a mother and grandmother she was the best! Her legacy will live on and her presence will forever be felt. Love you all, Clay and Lisa Hinds, Jake, Katie & Taylor

Linda & Sheralyn McKeage

March 23, 2011

Dear Bert, Heather, Hal, Colleen & Ross,
We were so shocked to hear of Norma's passing. She was like a second mother to us. We will always treasure our memories of her. Unfortunately we will not beable to attend as we will be in the Middle East at that time. She will be missed so much. Our thoughts are with all of you.

Brian & Pat Walters

March 23, 2011

To The Sparrow Family
Our deepest sympathy to all of you at this time.
Your Mother was a very dear friend to my Mother (Stella Wedman). The memories of their friendship and the times we spent together will be cherished forever.
May God Bless You.

Robb and Valerie Martin

March 23, 2011

Sparrow Family:
We were so sorry to hear of the passing of Norma, beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. May your treasured memories of her comfort you at this sad time.

Bob Pederson Scott's & Christiansen"s

March 23, 2011

Sparrow Family
Sorry to hear of the loss of Norman. We were glad that we got to visit with her on at Bert's Birthday Party. She will be a loss to everyone. Our sincere condolences and our thoughts are with you at this time of sadness

Barbara Gough@ Family

March 23, 2011

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

March 23, 2011

Bert and families
So sorry to hear of Norma's passing. We will always remember her with fondness. Our sincere thoughts and prayers are with you all. We will not be able to attend on Saturday as we will still be in California. When we are in Calgary the next time we will call and perhaps have a visit.


Jack and Marlyne Garlough

March 23, 2011

We are unable to attend but extend our sincere condolences to the family. Our thoughts are with you.

Clara Lundberg & Family (Edmonton, AB)

Ray & Shirley Garstad

March 23, 2011

So sorry to hear of Norma's passing & extend our condolances to the family.
We are in California & unable to attend
the service.

Dianne Fallow

March 23, 2011

Sorry to hear of Norma's death. She had the same name as a person I once knew, her maiden name was Norma Sparrow, she was sister to my Mother in law. They are both deceased now. My husband's name was Howard Fallow, his Mother was Alma Sparrow. The Sparrow's I know were all related. I do family history. If you wish to be in touch after this sad time is over, my email address is: [email protected]
Again, sorry for the loss of Norma..

Cindy Dickie

March 23, 2011

Dear Colleen, Steve, Colin & Larissa,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time.
Dwight, Cindy & family

Jodi Stevenson

March 23, 2011

Sincere sympathies for your loss. I have very fond and happy memories of Norma from my teenage years. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time.

Brian and bonnie Rogers

March 23, 2011

Our thought are with you. Norma was a very caring and loving person. And will be missed

Harley & Kim Martin

March 23, 2011

So sorry to hear of the passing of Norma, she was a great lady. We are all thinking of you at this time

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