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Norma Dunn Obituary

Norma, born in Manchester New Hampshire, of Joseph and Henrietta Gagnon. She and her three sons James, Joseph and Jeffrey moved to Colorado Springs in 1965. She worked at Walter Drake for 27 years before retiring. Norma raised her three boys alone. Norma was preceded in death by her husband Joseph Dunn in April 1959, her son Jeffrey Dunn in August of 2010 and sister Ann Ouellette of New Hampshire. She is survived by her eldest son James, wife Hellen and grandsons Rane and CharlieJoe, her son Joseph, wife Tammy Jo and grandchildren Annie and Dale. Also brother, Joe Gagnon of Colorado Springs, nephew Joseph Gagnon of Massachusetts, Joanne Wirta of Florida and sister Barbara Barnes of New Hampshire. Norma was known for her kindness and generosity. She liked to call herself an 'a tough old crow,' but her sweet smile will be missed by family, friends and the staff at Laurel Manor where she passed away peacefully February 6, 2012. Funeral service will be Saturday, February 11 at 10:00am, Swan-Law Chapel, 501 N. Cascade. Norma will be laid to rest at Pine Grove Cemetery in New Hampshire.

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Published by The Gazette on Feb. 9, 2012.

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Ronald Ouellette

February 16, 2012

Aunt Norma was my Mom's sister, and was very kind, as Joe Gagnon said, quick witted, and very unselfish. She was also talented in knitting, and she created many beautiful, high fashion sweaters. She was always fun to be with and made people laugh, even though she grieved for a very long time at the loss of her husband Joe.

February 11, 2012

I am very sorry to hear of your recent loss. May the God of all comfort help you to endure through this difficult time.

celestine moseley

February 10, 2012

Hi she new me by Tina I will try to be there to say good by and to meet the family this is my name is Celestine Moseley My EM is celestinetm@gmail see you on Saturday at 10:00am.

Amy Skinner

February 10, 2012

Norma was my Aunt and a wonderful lady with a laugh like no other. All of the memories I have of her and my grandmother, Connie Gagnon. will be cherished forever. Very strong and brave lady who will be missed terribly. Say "hi" to Nana, and smoke it up Aunt Norma!!!! Whoo hoooo!!

Anna Worthington

February 10, 2012

Norma, was a tough lady, I remember her pulling up to the Meadows Park Community Center in her car a couple of years back, she was still driving! She was there to pick up Jeff, even though he was on his bike, she was a loving mom, my sympathy to her family.

Kelly McClain

February 10, 2012

norma and my family were neighbors and friends for many years.she was a wonderful,caring,and kind person.I loved listening to her stories of Big Joe and her.Norma was like a mom and granny to my family and she will be greatly missed.
We love you.Kelly,Shannan,Josh,Jeremie,Parker, and Becca

Laurie Geers

February 10, 2012

I worked with Norma many years ago. I remember that she was a fun lady and a hard worker. She made the day go by faster. May she rest in peace. Laurie from Walter Drake

Tammy Jo Dunn

February 10, 2012

Norma was my mother in law and I always enjoyed listening to her stories of how she met her husband and the trip she made with her boys to Colorado Springs in 1965. She was a kind and caring mom and she will truly be missed by many.

Joe Gagnon

February 9, 2012

To me, Aunt Norma was like my second Mom. She was very outspoken, had a quick wit about her, and always had a good laugh with me. She was a Super Mom for the "three J's" and did her best to raise them, making sure they came first in everything she did. She was a woman of great strength, generosity, and kindness. I will forever miss her. I have the peace within me, knowing that my Mom and she will reunite is spirit. Love you and miss you.

Ron Hurtado

February 9, 2012

It is with deepest sympathy and sadness to hear of Mrs. Dunn's passing, may she be at peace. Mrs. Dunn was a kind person and her door was always open to anyone who needed a place to be, thank you, and god bless you.

The Staff of McHugh Funeral Home

February 9, 2012

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