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Norma Ashton Obituary
Norma Lee Ashton, beloved wife and mother, passed from this life surrounded by family on October 26, 2011. She was born on May 1, 1926 in Clawson, Michigan. She died in Houston, Texas. Norma is survived by her three sons and daughters-in-law Tom and Nedra of Houston, Tim and Julie of Baton Rouge, and David and Susan of Austin, nine grandchildren, and thirteen great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas Ashton, her father, Joseph Schley Anderson and her mother, Laura Earple Anderson. Norma, a graduate of the University of Houston, taught history in the Houston Independent School District for 24 years. She was a member of Central and then Southwest Central Church of Christ for over 60 years. She was also a member of Delta Kappa Gamma (a professional honor society of women educators) and Candlelight Plaza Civic Club.
A memorial service will be conducted at Southwest Central Church of Christ, 4011 W. Bellfort, Houston, Texas, on Friday, October 28 at 4:00PM. Interment will be in Haynes Cemetery, Columbia, Tennessee on Sunday, October 30, 2011 at 3:00PM.
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Randy & Joyce Legler
October 28, 2011
Dear Tom, Tim, & David,
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your dear mother. She was the sweetest person we've known, except maybe for your dad. We cherish the many memories we have of growing up with all of you at Central in the 50's & 60's. You all are in our prayers at this sad time. We know that Norma has reached her deserved reward in with God.
Love,
Randy & Joyce Legler
October 27, 2011
It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.
richard philpitt
October 27, 2011
Norma was the perfect example of god's explanation of a mother. in the years of our knowing the Ashton family every family member i have known sparkles with the giving, christian example we should all respresent. Our sincere love and prayers to the entire family whom have not lost a family member, Norma has simply worked and waited for her reward and we look forward to being with her again.
Carol Ann Shipp
October 27, 2011
I was privileged to work with Norma at Waltrip and in Delta Kappa Gamma. She was a true Proverbs 31 woman who will leave a lasting impact on many people. I am sorry I will be unable to attend the services.
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