NORMA LLOYD Obituary

Norma Jean (Bradbury) Lloyd Beloved sister, aunt and friend, died on January 7, 2011 at age 61. Norma Jean was born July 6, 1949 in Brawley, California to Ruth and Joseph Bradbury. She grew up in Portland, Oregon and earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from the University of Portland. Norma joined the United States Army in 1979 and served with distinction as a critical care nurse. In the military she held positions of increased responsibility with her Army Reserve unit, and retired with the rank of Lieutenant Colonel after 20 years of distinguished service. Norma joined Madigan Army Medical Center in 1991, and was the first Army medical Department Nurse Recruiter. In 2001 she assumed duties as the Senior Management Analyst in the Civilian Human Resources Division, and retired in July 2010 after 19 years of exceptional service. Norma loved to cook for family and friends and was renowned for hosting wonderful parties. She also loved to travel; Ireland and Cannon Beach, Oregon were favorite destinations. Another passion was a love of old homes and restoring them to their former glory. Norma was preceded in death by both parents and husband Joseph D. Lloyd, M.D. She is survived by her sister Carly Reise (Gene Underhill), brother Joe Bradbury (Ann), nephew Jared Bradbury (Chalea Whiteside), fiance Leon (Chappy)EChapman, cousins Susan and Tom Rodgers, and many friends. Norma touched the lives of many people with her smile and generosity. She will be greatly missed by all those who had the good fortune to know her. A memorial service to celebrate her life will be held on Saturday, February 5, 2011, 1:00pm, Resurrection Lutheran Church, 4301 Browns Point Blvd., Tacoma. Memorial donations may be made to Colonel Patrick S. Madigan, M.D. Foundation, P.O. Box 97215, Lakewood, WA 98497-0215.

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Published by News Tribune (Tacoma) from Jan. 27 to Jan. 29, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for NORMA LLOYD

9 Entries

Will Terry

February 10, 2011

My heart hurts to bid farewell to a great and dedicated fellow officer I had the honor and pleasure of working with while stationed at Fort Lawton, WA. Norma's personality and zeal are unsurpassed. She will never be forgotten.

Dr. Tom Hagan

February 10, 2011

It would take a book for me to write the wonderful things about Norma. She was the dearest of friends. I knew Norma for close to thirty years as a soldier and as a civilian. She excelled at both. If a person is fortunate enough to have had one friend as outstanding as Norma then they are truly blessed.

Colonel Sam Jones, US Army Retired

February 10, 2011

I knew Lieut. Colonel Norma Lloyd for 25 years. I had the privilege of meeting her when she served as an Army Reserve Nurse with the 50th General Hospital at Fort Lawton, WA. She was highly professional and a sincere caregiver, totally dedicated to taking care of soldiers.
In her private life, Norma enjoyed a happy and gracious social life. She was a lovable friend to all and delighted herself in hosting and entertaining friends at dinner parties in her home. She was an active member of the Reserve Officers Association and cheerfully attended military balls and banquets in the Seattle-Tacoma area.
Norma will be missed. She was a true friend who exhibited a calm expression in a warm and friendly outreaching way. By nature, she was motivated to be a nurse to care and help others. She honorably served her country and the United States Army.

Rita Range

January 29, 2011

Norma was a virbrant conscientious employee during her Fort Lawton duty. It was always pleasant to have a hello from her and a friendly smile. She was a beautiful person in kindnesses and concern to everyone. and a wonderful nurse as well.

Elinor Fadgen

January 27, 2011

I have had the honor and pleasure of meeting and getting to know this formidable and generous lady since the time I met her at Fort Lawton back in the mid 80's.

She is one of a kind that can never be replaced. Our loss is Heaven's gain; Norma will be missed very much by us whose lives were touched by her.

My prayers and heart felt condolences go out to her fiance and family.

Bud Ray

January 27, 2011

Norma always took time to celebrate with friends , grieve with others and loved those that needed love. Thanks for the wonderful, wonderful memory.

M West

January 27, 2011

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

January 27, 2011

The memorial service for Norma at Madigan a few weeks ago was very honorale to her memory. At Fort Lawton where I was a civilian employee, Norma stood-out by always taking a moment to acknowledge one's presence, in a pleasant caringway. She was a beautiful person in personality and I can understand why she chose the nursing profession, to help others. Many regrets are her early loss of life.

Jay & Joanne Murray

January 27, 2011

She lived, loved and laughed and helped a lot of people during her lifetime and set a wonderful example for those she worked with and served with and she will remembered as one who made a difference in so many positive ways. We will all miss her. May Gods loving presence be with all who mourn. Remember the Good Times. God Bless.

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