Pamela A. Norman
Pamela A. Norman of Hockessin, DE, passed away Friday, February 15, 2013 after a courageous battle with breast cancer since 2008.
Pam was born on February 25, 1953 in Crawfordsville, Indiana to the late Oscar L. Norman and Beverly A. Norman.
After a near fatal car accident in 1974, Pam pushed bravely through a long and painful recovery and devoted her life to working as a CNA at Foulk Manor North Nursing Home in Wilmington, DE for over 30 years. Pam took great pride in knowing that she helped others and cared for people. Her lively personality, strength and keen sense of humor - which she displayed up until the very end - touched many, many people.
In October, 2012, Pam fulfilled a long time wish to travel to Southern California and visit Hollywood and the Pacific Coast.
She is survived by her brother, William C. Norman and his wife, Wendy of Hockessin, DE, her nephew Dustin Norman of Irvine, CA, and her niece Taylor Norman of Boston, MA.
Pam will be missed by many including her loyal friends Pat Anker of Wilmington DE and Marcia Cornwell Ihnen of Arlington, VA. On Pam's behalf, her family would like to thank the Delaware Hospice Caregivers from North Wilmington, Silverado at Home Hospice Caregivers in Irvine, CA, and the staff and residents of Regal Heights Nursing Home in Hockessin DE, for their care, friendship and support.
Memorial Services will be held at Regal Heights Nursing Home at a date yet to be determined. Burial will be at Oak Hill Cemetery in Crawfordsville, Indiana. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that contributions be made to The Helen F. Graham Cancer Center, 4701 Ogletown-Stanton Road, Newark, DE. 19713.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at
www.mccreryandharra.com
478.2204
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Pam cake- I cant thank you enough for the gift of your friendship! I just know had we met each other years ago instead of only months ago we would have been friends for life. I will never forget your sense of humor, grace and courage- I miss you already. I never forgot you- and thought of you always. I know you are in such a better place. God Bless You- Love, Victoria
victoria pember
March 4, 2013
I worked with Pam for 7 years and thought of her as a friend for longer. Regrettably I didn't keep in touch after I left FMN. Pam would volunteer for extra shifts just so I wouldn't have to be shorthanded for my shift. Pam didn't dwell on what could have been if that day in 1974 hadn't happened. She lived the life she was delt and I admired her for that. She took on every challenge life threw at her and gave it her all. I'll always regret not keeping in touch. She left me with a true appreciation for my blessings. Thank you Pam.
pat spangler
February 21, 2013
Pam was a wonderful aide and friend to my aunt at FMN. Even when she could no longer work there, she routinely called my aunt just to check on her and see how whe was doing. She will be greatly missed.
Carolyn Fuhrman
February 19, 2013
RIP Ms Norman you were a delight to have met. I enjoyed your smile daily.
Food Service Director/Regal Heights
Judy Dickerson
February 19, 2013
Pam was one of my most enjoyable patients. She had the greatest attitude and sense of humor even in the face of all of her hardships. She always made me laugh. It was obvious that she was well loved and cared for by her family. May she rest in peace.
Jen Pugh
February 18, 2013
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