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Norma Daniels Obituary

VALLEY CENTER - Daniels, Norma L. (Staab), 78, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, passed peacefully to eternal life with all her family by her side on Saturday, Sept. 13. Born July 6, 1930, in Yates Center to Leo and Ruth Staab, she was raised in Kansas City, MO, and graduated from Bishop Hogan High School in 1948. She earned her Registered Nurse Diploma from St. Mary's School of Nursing in Kansas City. While working as an obstetrics RN at St. Mary's Hospital, she met Dr. Robert M. Daniels, whom she married Nov. 27, 1954. She and Robert made Valley Center their home in 1955, where they raised their seven children. Norma devoted immeasurable time, energy, and enthusiasm to serving her family, her community, and her church. In 1974, she was elected to the Valley Center City Council, where she served as a councilwoman for six years. As a councilwoman, Norma initiated and led Valley Center's 1976 Bicentennial Celebration. In 1980, she was elected to the Kansas Senate, 31st District, as the first female Senator from Sedgwick County. Norma had the honor of serving the people of Kansas for three consecutive terms. During her tenure as a senator she served on numerous boards and commissions, including the Presidential appointment to the Kansas Rural Development Council. Norma generously gave her time and talents to serving others. She was a 54-year member of St. Jude Catholic Church, where she volunteered as a CCD teacher. She was a charter member of the Valley Center Swim Club and the Valley Center Historical Society. She was an avid supporter of Valley Center Schools, especially its fine arts programs. She touched many lives with her positive energy, her gentle spirit, and her immeasurable faith in God. She will be dearly missed by her family, friends, and all who knew her. She is preceded in death by her parents, Leo and Ruth Staab, three sisters - Delores Shay, Shirley Hirt, Carolyn Laird, and two sons, David and Peter. She is survived by her sister Angela Kohl of Kansas City, husband, Dr. Robert M. Daniels of the home, a son, Robert M. II and wife, Deborah Daniels, Valley Center, and six daughters, Mary Porter, Kathryn Daniels, Jeanne Daniels, Dr. Patricia Petrakis, and Peggy Marisa Daniels, all of Valley Center, and Sr. Susanne Daniels, CSJ, Wichita, 10 grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren. Memorials may be made to Stepstone % Mission Advancement Office, 3700 E Lincoln, Wichita, 67218. Visitation 5-8 pm Wednesday, Sept. 17 at Baker Funeral Home, 100 S Cedar, Valley Center. Rosary 6 pm, Thursday, Sept. 18; Mass 10:30 am, Friday, Sept. 19, both at St. Jude Catholic Church, 3130 Amidon, Wichita.

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Published by Wichita Eagle from Sep. 15 to Sep. 19, 2008.

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Ann LETOURNEAU, CSJ

September 21, 2008

Daniels Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you as you continue to grieve the loss of your mother. I heard how beautiful the wake and funeral were. Ann

Dan Dillon

September 19, 2008

This fine woman meant a great deal to me and our Assistant News Director John Wright. Sen. Daniels authored a bill commending KFDI News for the work we did covering the Andover tornado in 1991. I'll never forget John and I standing before the State Senate in Topeka and hearing what Norma had to say about what we did. I interviewed her a number of times for news stories as John did and she always had a beautiful smile on her face. What a wonderful lady. I like to think she's now with my son Jeff.

September 19, 2008

I was sadden to hear of the loss of your wife and mother. She was great lady! She will be missed by all.

Cindy (Roberts) Trimble Rose Hill

Rick Eberhard, SCAC Exec. Dir.

September 19, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Daniels Family as she will be dearly missed by her family, friends and by area elected leaders. She was such a good friend to all the communities in this area but especially the towns she represented when she was in the Kansas Senate. Her great legacy will carry on for years to come!!! Thanks for starting the ALARM organization which is now SCAC - Sedgwick Co. Assn. of Cities.

Carol (Shank) Graves

September 18, 2008

Such a stately lady. So much fun to be around. One of the best memories is the one of the teachers and friends of Valley Center High School taking a bus ride to Kansas City to see the KING & I at Starlight Theater...spending the night at the hotel and laughing and having such a good time.
She will be missed by many but we are so very glad to have had her touch our lives.
Prayers and blessings to the family

Sheila frahm

September 18, 2008

Sincere understanding for your loss. It was my pleasure to serve in the Kansas Senate with Norma and to work on projects of mutual understanding and benefit. My best to your family.

Laura and OJ Hurt

September 18, 2008

Our Sincerest Sympathy to family. We have very fond memories of painting campaign signs in Norma's back yard. I also had the opportunity to travel with Norma and Doc on a cruise to Alaska.
Norma was an amazing women. She will truly be missed.

b logan

September 17, 2008

Norma was my father's friend. He passed 18 years ago. I am Truly Sorry for Your Loss. My father spoke Highly of her. May God be with Your family, and I Know He is.

September 17, 2008

I had the pleasure of working with Norma when she purchased hearing aids. She was always smiling no matter how she was feeling! My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Brandi Nickel
Via Christi Audiology Dept.

Janet Hibbs

September 17, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. I will never forget Norma's kindness when I was sick with a migraine. She and Doc met us at his office on a Sunday morning to help me out. Goes to show, behind every great Doctor there is a great nurse! Norma was a very classy lady, and a very gracious person. We will miss her smile!

Amy (Brand) Sawyer

September 17, 2008

Daniels Family,
May God, who calls our loved ones home, enfold you with His love and send you comfort.

Norman & Brenda Cummings

September 16, 2008

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Patricia Sheehan-Hetzel

September 16, 2008

I was saddened when I read that Norma passed away. It has been many years since I last saw her, but I have thought of her many different times. I lived in Valley Center with my Aunt Opal Jones and cousin Jimmie Brucker in 1958-59. I was a sophomore when I met Norma and Dr. Daniels. I was fortunate to babysit several times for them. I'm not sure how many of the children at that time, maybe 4 or 5. Norma was so kind and caring to me at that time. We often had little talks about dating, and how important it was to have God in my life. When I got married Norma sent us a beautiful glass Canister set make in Italy. To this day I use it and thats been 46 yrs. this month. Norma was a very special lady. She will always be in my heart.
Patricia Sheehan-Hetzel, Kinsley, KS

Roy Craft

September 16, 2008

Sympathy and prayers at this time for the family.

Sissy (Donna) Westerfield - Wamsley

September 16, 2008

I am the daughter of Bud and Jackie Westerfield. I went to Dr. Daniels since I was very very young. He even made house visits at that time. If you knew Dr. Daniels, you knew Norma. Later his daughters would work in the offices. It is with deepest love that I send my sympathys to the family. Dr Daniels, I especially want to thank you for picking this wonderful woman as your life long companion. We all loved her too. There are few words to say at a time like this, but, someday we will all be reunited with our Jesus Christ, and loved ones. Until that day, we must love each other and be there in Christ's name.

Donna (Westerfield) Wamsley

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Remember Dr Daniels when you chased me down the street to give me a shot! HaHa. I was only about 5 - 6 yrs old. Norma told me to wiggle my toes and the shot wouldn't hurt. I have done this all my life. She was a incredible woman.

Donita Davenport

September 15, 2008

As a young teacher and coach, I found Norma Daniels to be the type of parent that I eventually came to realize every parent should be modeled after. She was always in attendance at her children's events and quick with a word of encouragement for a young coach. The Daniels' home was open to me at anytime for a listening ear, advice, and a piece of red velvet cake. I will always remember Mrs. Daniels' strength of character, positive outlook, ability to manage time, pride in her community, and commitment to her family. I am greatful for the years I spent around her. She left a lasting impression on me.

Andrew Daniels

September 15, 2008

Grandma was an amazing role model for her children and grandkids. My favortie memories are summer trips to wal-mart everyday, grilled cheese sandwiches she would bring to me when I was watching cartoons, and getting into mischief with my cousin Chris ~:)! LOVE YOU GRANDMA!

Rita Sexton (Neice)

September 15, 2008

My favorite memory of Aunt Norma is when our family would go on vacation "way out in Kansas". When my brother and I were little, our family summer vacation was going to Uncle Bob and Aunt Norma's house. we loved everything about our vacations. From playing basketball with cousin Jeanne to going swiming with cousin Patty. My favorite memory is when Aunt Norma took us to the fire house. Although I am very saddend by her passing, I am also at peace knowing Aunt Norma is in a better place and in no more pain.

Bud & Evelyn Widick

September 15, 2008

Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.

Chris Porter (Grandson)

September 15, 2008

Cinnamon toast and fly swatters....o yead and watching sports....my favorite memories.....when me and Andy (cousin) would get in trouble, she would chase us with fly swatters and get us.....it never failed she got us everytime......as for the cinnamon toast, she made the best ever....i remember every day after school she would make it for me and Andy before she took us to swim practice....she would always watch the St. Louis Cardinals, the San Antonio Spurs, K-State, basically whoever i liked she liked....she would watch every minute of the game with me and GRANDPA...she would always ask me "Chris, who is on today?"....she would want me to turn it on no matter the sport....her favorite was basketball...I LOVE YOU GRANDMA....YOU WILL BE MISSED BUT NOW YOU ARE UP TOP WATCHING OVER ME AS MY NEW BEST GUARDIAN ANGEL :-)

Teressa (Dutton)Eastman

September 15, 2008

Norma served the citizens of Valley Center and the State of Kansas with integrity, care and grace! I learned so much about how to treat the public by working for her on the senatorial campaigns. My family's thoughts and prayers are with you "Doc" and the rest of the family. God Bless You!

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