1953
2013
Norma "Gabby" E. Marchant
1953-2013
Norma "Gabby" E. Marchant, 59, of Cantonment went home to be with The Lord January 18, 2013.
She was a cheerleading coach for the Ensley Football Association and an avid gardener who loved to keep track of her friends through Facebook. She loved and cherished her family and had a special place in her heart for each of her grandchildren. Later in life she learned to enjoy fishing.
Norma is survived by her husband of 37 years, Ricky Lee Marchant; sons, William H. Marchant (Christie), Kory Lee Marchant; daughter, Kelli Ann Marchant; sister, Debra Gilmore (Ronnie); 6 grandchildren and numerous close friends.
The family will receive friends Tuesday, January 22, 2013 from 5:30-7:00 pm at Pensacola Memorial Gardens Funeral Home with funeral service to begin at 7:00pm.
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I just heard of Norma's passing this week and cannot get her off my mind! Oh, the hours we spent chatting outdoors as neighbors and our girls playing together. Kelli ate two suppers a couple times a week - lol - one with us and one with you guys! Norma was sweet, kind and thoughtful and was a superb neighbor-friend. RIP sweet lady. Ricky, Billy, Kory and Kelli, we are so sorry for your loss.
Love and prayers!! Barbara, Gil and family
Barbara Richards
Neighbor
September 22, 2017
Ricky, I'm so sorry for you and your famlies loss may God give you his peace and comfort at this very sad time.
Karen Driver
January 24, 2013
So sorry to here of your great lose. Norma was a wonderful person. Keeping your family in my prayers. Remember all the love and fun all of you enjoyed with her.
Dee Dee Butler
January 24, 2013
Ricky,Billy,Cory&Kelli and families:
I have just learned of Norma's passing and am so very sorry for your loss. She will be sorely missed by all. Although we seldom saw each other in the past few years, I considered her a dear friend and wonderful person. I know how close your family was and hurt for you. Please take solace in the fact that she loved each and every one of you with all her heart and soul,and made you all what you are today. She was so proud of each of you and of her grandbabies! Norma never met a stranger and was a loving, giving friend. I can't believe that we have lost her, but know that she will always be in our hearts and thoughts. I mourn with you.
May the Lord bring you peace.
Love,
Bree Moore
Bree Moore
January 24, 2013
My condolences Norma was so sweet and kind I met with her once, but that was all I needed to know she was an angel.
January 23, 2013
Ricky - I am keeping your family in my prayers. Larry and I mourn with you, as Norma was so loved and will be missed by so many. May she rest in peace.
Donna & Larry Bass
January 23, 2013
So sorry for your loss. Norma was a great friend during my school days and was a Great Person! Also a super Facebook Friend!
Calvin Copp
January 22, 2013
So so sorry. I am sorry I was not there to pay my respects but I have been away from the p/c and I'm just reading the obit regarding the service. I have been praying for you and your family and will keep that up. I love you..
Debbie Collette
January 22, 2013
Marchant family so sorry, I have known Norma since middle school,she was a wonderful lady,lots of fond memories.
sharon reeves
January 22, 2013
I always had plans on meeting you in person. I guess now it will have to be in a much better place than here.. You are and will continue to be missed... until we see you again....
January 22, 2013
Rest now in the arms of Jesus. You will be missed
Karen Schrock
January 22, 2013
Till we meet again..
Vicki Sharp
January 22, 2013
i will miss u you were always very kind n caring person
Kathy Wilken
January 22, 2013
In loving memory to a long time friend. There were many special memories.
Preston Pittman
January 22, 2013
You think you have time! Norma I will miss your hugs.
Caffie Taber
January 22, 2013
A WARM SMILE, A CARING HEART, FRIEND TO ALL WHO KNEW HER. YOU WILL BE TRULY MISSED.
KATHY ROBERTS
January 22, 2013
Norma, knowing you are wrapped warmly in Gods arms and you will be missed by many who will never forget your sweet smile and your loving nature. Rest peacefully dear friend.
Sally Allen
January 22, 2013
May God comfort and keep you in this time of great sorrow. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jim & Victoria Taylor
Jim & Victoria Taylor
January 22, 2013
Normie, you will be missed deeply and always in my heart. I Love you my dear friend
shirley denmon
January 22, 2013
Pat and I never got to meet you in person but I did get a chance to talk to you on facebook and I am grateful we did RIP Mrs. Norma Marchant
Pat Connie
January 22, 2013
Will miss your smile and laughter! You were such a sweet lady'
Wendi Martin
January 21, 2013
Norma we love you and will miss you. You were a good person inside and out.
Aunt Peggy and Uncle Joe
January 21, 2013
Norma, we will truely miss you here on earth but know that you will always be with us in spirit. Love you
Tommy and Colleen Williams
January 21, 2013
I will miss you. Now you can breathe in ease, sweet Norma.
January 20, 2013
Charlotte Strecker Pilling
January 20, 2013
I will miss u Mrs. Norma very much. You were always a sweet lady. God rest ur soul!
Patrick Birdwell
January 19, 2013
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