Nora Marie Samluk
1957 - 2017
Nora Marie Samluk
1957 - 2017
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BORN
1957
DIED
2017
Nora Samluk Obituary
In Texas, Nora raised her four children with her husband, where they all flourished, and are now either in college, have graduated from college, or have graduated from college and an advanced degree program. She loved her children fiercely and was incredibly proud of each of them and their accomplishments. Nora worked in Childhood Nutrition at Huffines Middle School, Lewisville, TX. She was also known for her great love for the beach, especially the Jersey Shore.
Nora is survived by her loving husband Frank, and their four wonderful children; Shannon, John, Ryan, and Thomas James (TJ). She is also survived by her siblings and their spouses, Kathy Galvin (Paul), Timothy Galvin (Eileen), Joseph Galvin (Anne), and John Galvin (Joe), Patrice Galvin, and many nieces and nephews. Nora is predeceased by her parents, Timothy and Mary Galvin, and older brother Michael Galvin.
Nora asked that instead of being sad everyone celebrate her life and think of all the wonderful memories she shared with them. She said she would much prefer a party to a funeral.
Memorial Mass to be scheduled in December, information to follow.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Nora's name to the American Cancer Society.
American Cancer Society
P.O. Box 22478
Oklahoma City, OK 73123
By phone: 1-800-227-2345
Online: donate3.cancer.org
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Christopher Karpells
November 4, 2018
One of the truly kindest persons I have had the honor to know.
Chrisopher C. Karpells
November 24, 2017
Frank, Shannon, John, Ryan and TJ -
Our family is stunned and deeply sorry to learn of Nora's passing. You nailed it ... she loved her children and her husband "fiercely." She was everything a wife and mother should be, and what a legacy she left. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. I understand Nora didn't want anyone to be sad, instead to celebrate her life. That sounds SO NORA. Still, I regret that I'll not have the opportunity again in this life to see her, visit and catch up ... she always brought me such joy. Staying tuned for an update on her pending service details - I do hope we'll be able to attend.
We are thankful for wonderful memories of Nora.
Love,
Cheryl, on behalf of Pepper, Drew and Scott
TJ Samluk
October 24, 2017
My mother was the strongest person I ever knew, yet humble to all ends. A light in my times of darkness, a friend, my family. I still have trouble swallowing the news that she is gone, I wish I could talk to her just one more time. The pain and suffering is over, and it is now time to grieve and reflect. May great memories and moments with Nora help all of us in this dark time. She was always tough (and feisty), so it is our job to be tough for her, to keep her wishes alive.
Kevin Mack
October 14, 2017
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Frank Samluk
October 11, 2017
Nora wrs as a great mom and wife. I will greatly miss my partner of 33 years and the joy she brought to our family
Frank Samluk
October 10, 2017
I will miss dearly my wife and companion of 34 years. Nora was a great mom and wife and we sahred many memories
Your loving husband
Frank
Catalina Martinez
October 10, 2017
I'wil Miss her ofrecer
Dana Bailey
October 9, 2017
Nora was always ready to help me when needed. I enjoyed her spirit and just listening to her talk. She did a fantastic job at Huffines and will definitely be missed! May you find comfort in the fact that she was so proud of each and everyone of you and her love for you was endless!
Dana Bailey
Lynette Fitts
October 9, 2017
Nora was an awesome person and friend to me. She wanted everyone to be happy and did her best to make you smile. If you knew her even a little then you knew how important her kids and Frank were to her. She bragged in her own special way about each. We shared many laughs at Huffines and a few tears. She was caring and loving and will be missed. I consider it a privilege to have shared time with her. May you all find comfort in each other as you grieve her loss. May God Bless all of you.
Lynette Fitts
Donna Ashley
October 9, 2017
In the years I knew Nora, She was a consummate perfectionist. In our talks, she always wanted to be sure that she was doing the right thing or making the right decision She always wanted me to be proud.
She always strived to do the very best in all that she did and she expected the very best of others. She was very dedicated and loyal to her work to her family and to all of her friends. I for one will always remember our many conversations about life and family, the sacrifices of mothers in duties to their children, The times she bragged on all of her children and their accomplishments, what a great husband she had and the love of her home back east. We had many laughs too! Almost every time she saw me she said I looked fabulous. I told her she was crazy and told her she needed to eat a cheeseburger LOL. Im grateful that I got to see her a few weeks ago..it was a really great visit and I will miss her terribly. Godspeed my dear friend!
Wendy Freideman
October 9, 2017
Nora was a great person she would do anything for you go above and beyond. She will be missed. WIth deepest sympathy to the family.
Kay Buchanan
October 9, 2017
Nora was a sweet and caring person, feisty at times but fun loving. I will miss her terribly. Prayers for the family. Kay
Alicia Hackett
October 8, 2017
Nora was one of my 1st friends when we moved to Flower Mound. I remember many summer days watching our children at the neighborhood pool. Rest well my friend. Blessings to your family. Alicia Hackett
October 8, 2017
She was a great woman and will be missed. Strength and prayers to all that are grieving during this time. Love Kristie Dufek
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