Norma J. Guess, 56, of DeKalb, Ill., died Saturday, March 12, 2011, at home with her family at her bedside following a courageous battle with cancer.
Born July 24, 1954, in Joliet, the daughter of Robert and Norma (Borio) Guess, she married Robert A. Dutcher on Oct. 27, 1991, in Joliet.
She was employed as the city attorney for the city of DeKalb; she also was president of the board for Stepping Stones in Joliet and was a former member of Business and Professional Women Association (BPW).
She is survived by her husband, Bob Dutcher; a daughter, Torie, the light of her life; a beloved sister and brother-in-law, Pat (Guess) and Mike Grantz; three brothers, Bob, Jamie and Paul; sister-in-law, Cindy Dutcher (Bob) Lyons; two brothers-in-law, James (Lynn) Dutcher and Bert Dutcher; favorite cousins, Jodi and Mike Dutcher-Preissner; and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews, great-nieces and -nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Norma (Borio) Guess; her mother- and father-in-law, Mary (Hamilton) and Sid Dutcher.
The memorial Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, March 19, at St. Mary Catholic Church, DeKalb, with Fr. Kenneth Anderson celebrating.
Norma's family wishes to thank the nursing staff at Kishwaukee Community Hospital Intensive Care Unit for their loving care over the past weeks – as well as the DeKalb County Hospice staff.
In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the Norma J. Guess Memorial Fund, in care of Anderson Funeral Home, P.O. Box 605, 2011 S. Fourth St., DeKalb, IL 60115.
For information, visit www.AndersonFuneralHomeLtd.com or call 815-756-1022.

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Published by Daily Chronicle from Mar. 15 to Mar. 20, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for NORMA GUESS

Sponsored by BOB DUTCHER.

22 Entries

Catherine

March 9, 2023

Remembering you at this time.

Catherine Leach

March 9, 2022

What a wonderful lady.

Bob Dutcher

April 12, 2011

Sweetie, it's been a month since you left us, and I still sense you everywhere. Torie and I would give everything we have, to spend more time with you. We miss you terribly, and yearn for your smile, your touch, and I for your kiss. Know this - 20 years just wasn't enough, but at least I have great memories of the love of my life , and best friend. Always and forever , til I see you again I luv u
Me

March 19, 2011

Bob & Torie,

We want you to know that we have been thinking of you since we learned of Norma's death. Written words can not begin to express our deepest sympathy or comfort you at this time of such loss. We wish for you the hope and strength you will surely find in family and friends today and every day going forward.

Shayna & Mark Fayette
Lake City, MN

Pat Supergan

March 17, 2011

Dear Guess Family:

My thoughts and prayers are with all of you especially Bob and Tori. Norma was a wonderful friend and co-worker. I learned much working with her at the City of Joliet. She filled so many roles (all with energy, skill, style) but her best was being a proud Mom. I am truly sorry for your loss.

Bill & Beverly Lovett

March 16, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Catherine Leach

March 15, 2011

I worked with Norma with The City of Joliet Police Dept; what a wonderful lady! My thoughts and prayers go out to her family.

Katie Stoddard

March 15, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with Norma's family and friends.

Judy & Larry Donisch

March 15, 2011

Dear Bob and Torie,
May God Bless you in this time of sorrow. Norma was the best everything...wife, mother, friend, co-worker. I could go on and on. She will be missed by many. If you need anything, please call.

Michelle Kassel

March 15, 2011

Dear Family,

I am so very sorry for your loss of Norma. I met her some years back when we were both at St. Paul's school on the Home and School Assoc. together. I quickly gravitated towards her as I liked her no nonsense outlook. She was honest and very kind. I enjoyed getting to know her. She will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers will be with you during this very difficult time.

Linda Greever

March 15, 2011

Tori and Bob,

I know no one needs to tell you what a wonderful wife and mother Norma was as you alreay know that first hand. But as a friend, she was just as wonderful. I remember her, Kathy, Christy and Robin coming to Nashville to mine and Barry's wedding and the "Long Island Ice Teas". Oh and how could we forget ya'lls wedding. Most of us had figured out what ya'll had instore for the "Costume Party". It was a great time had by all. I met Norma and Tori a few years ago at the Outlet Mall off I-88 and as usual, she was so proud of Tori. She always wanted Tori to have the best. I remember going in the Coach Store and the Kate Spade store and her telling Tori, she would need to wait to see what "Santa Claus" brought her.
Please know the two of you are in my prayers and thoughts and hold strong to the wonderful memories of Norma. I wish I could be there on Saturday to celebrate Norma's life but since I cannot, please know I pray that God will watch over and hold both you in the palm of his hands during this difficult time and the days ahead.
Linda Greever (An old M & B Friend)

Christie/Pat Greenway

March 15, 2011

Bob and Tori,
I was so surprised to hear of your loss. We should have done a better job of keeping in touch. We recently were talking about you guys, and how we met. Norma will always hold a memory in our lives. What a terrible loss to everyone. Our thought and prays are with you and Tori. Please call us sometime. We would love to see you.

Love, Christie and Pat Greenway

Robert Mau

March 15, 2011

I worked with Norma when she was an Asst. Joliet City Atty. and I was a police officer. She was a wonderful person, very professional and special to all. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family and loved ones.

Terry and Chris Rogers

March 15, 2011

Bob and Torie,

We are very sad for the loss of Norma. We are thinking of both of you during this very difficult time.

Jerry McVey

March 15, 2011

Bob...you and your family are in our hearts and prayers during this difficult time. May your hearts feel peace and your memories of Norma console you.
Love Jerry & Cheryl.

Rick Peterson

March 15, 2011

I feel blessed to have known you and your wonderful family. You are very special to all of us and will keep you in our hearts and prayers. Thank you for all you have done. Love Rick and Dorene

Patti & Mark Eriksen

March 15, 2011

Bob & Torie,

So sorry to hear of your loss. Norma was a wonderful person and loved you both very much. Thinking of you in your time of sorrow.

Patti & Mark

DOC DOCKERY

March 15, 2011

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998

Lisa & Bob Guess

March 15, 2011

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always. We are so very sorry for your loss.

LYLE & JUDY TUCKER

March 15, 2011

We Were Sorry To HEAR OF YOUR LOSS . PLEASE LET US KNOW IF THERE IS ANYTHING WE CAN DO AT THIS TIME .

Jackie Cortese(daughter of Judy Donisch)

March 15, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Peter McLenighan

March 15, 2011

Norma lead Stepping Stones Board of Directors as President for 13 years before relocating to DeKalb. Under her leadership, the organization made great strides by purchasing it's current facilities and greatly expanding its substance use treatment services. Norma demonstrated her natural leadership skills and wisdom during her presidency. Stepping Stones certainly benefited by her service.

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