Diva Maria Norwood

I met Diva when she came down to Arlington VA. to attend my sister Margaret´s funeral 19 years ago. Diva was married to our cousin Stanley. Although my brother John and I had never met her before Diva greeted us as long lost friends. She was a lovely lady, very kind and caring.

There's nobody like Diva. We say that often about people but there was truly no other like her. Her LOVE of all things defined her, her ability to see the humor, and her giant heart is what we all will remember.

Diva was a magical delight. I worked with her for years at Advanstar. She worked hard but also enjoyed every moment. She took me around Sao Paulo; we visited temple ruins in Mexico; we danced; we laughed (she snorted when she laughed, and that made us laugh all the harder). After Advanstar, we stayed in touch; I wrote, she called. She was always working on something, with someone, going somewhere. But always had time for others. Caring, funny, artistic, beautiful, that was Diva to me. I am...

I am so sorry to hear about Diva's passing. I met her at a real estate open house on Sundays as she wanted to own a one-floor property sometime. She was a lovely lady and we had lots of chats about Ireland as I come from County Kerry Ireland and came to this country many years ago. Rosaleen Light Newby

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

I was very sorry to learn of Diva's passing. She was friendly with my late mother, Jayne, who was a neighbor on Dale Drive. Condolences to Daphne, Leslie and their families. David Rode

My sincere sympathies to Daphne, Leslie, Randy, Paul & all the grandchildren. You were an extraordinary woman, Diva and you had a great life. You were such an important part of our family and we will miss your visits to Ballisodare and your wonderful life stories. May you rest in peace

Daphne, My condolences to you and your family. Although I did not know your Mom personally she has to be a lovely and talented woman to have you as a daughter! Your Mom sounds like my kind of person in that she loved the arts, travel, and family. Daphne, thank you for being such a great friend to me an to Richard. I know he would be sad for your loss as well. Take care and be good to yourself during this tough time. My best to your entire family.

Diva was wonderful person. My deepest sympathy to her family.