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Norma Colledge Obituary
Norma Jeanne Colledge, 76, of Tempe, Arizona, a loving mother, grandmother, wife and friend slipped away peacefully from this world Wednesday, September 28, 2011. Her funeral will be held at the National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona October 4th at 2 PM. Jeanne was born to George Edward Atkinson and Phyllis Mary Wall January 27, 1935 in Pontiac Michigan, the youngest of 4 children. Her cheerful personality sparkling blue eyes and beautiful smile will be forever missed by all the lives she touched. Family and friends were her world. She is survived by her husband, John Wallace Colledge; 3 daughters, which she loved unconditionally, Pamela Jeanne Young, Karen Joyce Carter and April Lynne Passeretti; 5 grandsons and 7 great grand children. Jeanne was a talented woman. She enjoyed travelling, trying new things, playing the organ, being with friends, playing board games, music, but above all she loved to dance. Jeanne had a very outgoing personality, a wonderful sense of humor and made life long friends everywhere she went. She was loved by all. Her infectious laugh, appreciation of every moment, generosity and limitless love will be deeply missed. It is her wish to be remembered as she lived her life. Let the good memories she leaves us with be our strength, and fill our hearts and minds when we pause and feel sadness. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Jeanne's name to Hospice of the Valley (www.hov.org/ways_to_give.aspx) or to the American Liver Foundation (www.liverfoundation.org/chapters/arizona) Arrangements entrusted to Tempe Mortuary.
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April Passeretti
September 26, 2024
James and I were just talking about a bird he saw on the ship the last couple of days. He found it dead this morning and was reminded of how short life is. He also then mentioned that it was mom's passage to heaven's anniversary. Life is so short. I learned so much from my mom...my dad and my oldest sister Pam. I love and miss them. Yes, time does heal but the memories will last forever. I hope one day when it's my time to leave this earth that I will have people that will have loving memories of me too...just like my mom. Believe: God has her, and others that have gone before me, resting in his hands,
James
September 26, 2024
With a thought of Jeanne I am reminded how short our lives are as I think of the loved ones that have passes before me. I have fond memories when I think of Jeanne's warmth and kindness that touched everyone around her. I am saddened as I think of how April misses her mom as well as her sister Pam. Though it's been 13 years since Jeanne has left us her spirit continues to shine brightly in the hearts of those that loved her. She had a unique way of making every moment memorable. I honor her legacy by ensuring that her memory remains a guiding light in my life.
April
September 26, 2023
Wow! It's been 12 years! Just Wow! Dad's been gone for 23 years Just wow. Anybody reading this, hug and squeeze the ones you love. No matter how old or young because there's no guarantee of a tomorrow for anyone. Loved the hospice Dr. with mom that reminded us to love on her, hug on her and tell her how much she is loved. I give the same advice to everyone but especially to the ones with sick and dying loved ones. From everyone I've experienced it with, Death is peaceful! Time doesn't necessarily heal the wounds of losing someone, but time does heal the surface which helps us go on. Love and miss my Mom, Dad, and sister Pam! Looking forward to them greeting me when it's my time to go.
Pam Young
October 21, 2013
Can't believe it has been 2 yrs. Tom said he was going to ask me the other day,"have you called your mom lately" like he used to do periodically.
On the anniversary of your passing I had a hard time. I thought it was supposed to get better.
Love you Ma and miss you just as much.
karen carter
September 30, 2012
high mom it is now the 29th of september. Wow sure do you miss you still. All day yesterday i remembered all the times we laughed and even the times we cried. every moment i spent with you was a joy. I would not hava changed a thing. expecially the last yrs. I know that people thought i used you to keep me out of trouble. Sometimes they were right but not always. I am trying to be more independent although i still need that contact every day. Loretta has been there. Every time i wear a piece of your jewelry i feel so close to you. Keep singing and dancing for our lord and i will see you in his time. Well this is your crazy daughter signing off .
I love you and say high to dad
April
September 28, 2012
It's been a year. I miss her and love her more!
karen carter
February 3, 2012
hi mom you know i say goodnight to you every night and good morning every morniing. I did what you told me not to do i moved in with gary. It is not so bad it is just different and i do have to be on a schedule just like when i stayed at your place. Well your grandson Aaron is doing a lot more stuff here than he ever did. He has joined the boy scouts. He has already been camping many times. Every time he has accomplished something good i say wow i have to tell grandma. So i am telling you know. We miss you but i know that you are better off where you are. Save us a place up there if you can. I am doing what i can to make sure i am there with you when i leave this earth. Mom i love you and i wear your jewelry with pride. I will be seeing you.
love karen
Pam young
January 28, 2012
Well, Happy birthday mom.(Late ) as usual. It is so me. I always walk around all day thinking about it and wait until just after 12 to tell you. Some things never change. Ireally miss you mom. I think I would miss you a whole lot more if I didn't have the organ . I have picked up alot on it. I have learned to play quite a few songs. Mostly "patsy Cline". I sometimes just figure out things out of the blue. I feel that must be you guiding me. People stop by my apartment window to listen to me play those old song. It is cool. I can feel you sitting right next to me when I play. I know you are singing and dancing along with me. I miss you deeply! Happy 77th mom!
karen carter
December 2, 2011
well mom it has been two months since you left this earth and i still want to call you and talk to you. I read a book called 90 minutes in heaven and after reading that i know how wonderful and beautiful it is where you are. I also realize how happy you must be. I love you and i will see you when i get there.
love Karen
karen carter
November 9, 2011
hey mom talked to pam today it was so good to talk about good things. I was telling her i thought i would have more time with you and wished i would have took more pictures to remind me of what a precious gift you were. Well i guess i will just have to remember all those times we had together.
Love you and miss you see you when i get there.
pam young
November 7, 2011
I was watching video of our trip to Arizona Opry. The whole video is of u laughing your butt off. It made me cry though! I miss you! I am soo glad we got to do that together it was a gas!
Pam young
November 2, 2011
Gosh I miss you sooo much. I have some many things I wish I call and ask you. Like how to use those pedals on the organ. Or how do I do a g7 etc. so many little things !I love you mama.
Mary Baker
October 31, 2011
Hi Norma, This is Mary, Karen and Pams' friend. I only met you once, but still make your tea you gave me at your home. Thank you for the receipt. Always know that your girls are good and will see you one day in heaven, until then I will try to be a good friend to them. See you in heaven.
you are now free
karen carter
October 31, 2011
well mom everyday i look at things that remind me of you and i remember the good times we had going to visit april and going to things at loretta's I wish we could have done one more thing together and that is going back to Arizona opry with Aaron this time. Well we do things like that and remember the time we went last. I sure miss you. Aaron also misses you and looks up at night to say goodnight to you love you forever.
pam young
October 31, 2011
Mom I know you are always with me. I hope you enjoy that I am learning to play your organ.
Pam Young
October 28, 2011
Mom I think of you everyday. I often think " Oh, I need to call mom." Then I realize I can't. I miss you mama!
Summer 2011
pam young
October 28, 2011
karen carter
October 27, 2011
hey mom even though you are not with us in body i feel your presence all the time. I have been reading about heaven from people that have been there and returned. I look forward to being with you again.
Love you karen
October 11, 2011
In just a very few years I learned to love you very much.You saved my life.I will miss you very much.Your loving husband John
susan merenuk
October 10, 2011
we miss you so much and we pray for your husband john and all the familys and friends aunt jean had ,love susan
Fred/Barb Stephens
October 9, 2011
I know you are in a better place, but we miss you here! Looking forward to our reunion! Love, Fred and Barb
Susanne Passeretti
October 8, 2011
April and James,
Memories make the loss a little easier. Think of all the good times! Love, Sue
pam young
October 7, 2011
Looking through family pictures and enjoying some of your experiences in life, Christmas at April's Valentine Dances when you with singles club, Trips to Michigan. What a alot of fun you had.
Love You Mama,
Pammie
Katrina Albert
October 7, 2011
April im so sorry for you and your familys loss Yall are in my prayers.
Dorothy Wanko
October 7, 2011
Mrs. Colledge, Although I only met you briefly. I wanted to tell you what an incredible job you have done raising your children. I am blessed to know April and Pam. They are two terrific ladies.
Since your job here on earth is complete, may you rest in peace and be in God's guiding light.
pam Young
October 7, 2011
I know your gone yet I feel you all around me all the time. I miss our daily phone calss. Yesterday at about 2pm I paniced.I thought I missed calling you. The I remembered I couldn't. I love you Mama!
April Passeretti
October 6, 2011
I love you mom! Life without you is with less love and less color. I miss you and will always. Love April
james Passeretti
October 5, 2011
I will miss you Jeanne. Love always
James
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