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Published by Legacy Remembers on Mar. 1, 2007.

HUMBOLDT - Norma Jean Grant, 79, of Humboldt, IL died at 1:50 A.M., Friday February 23, 2007 at Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center, Coles County, IL. Funeral Services will be held 10:30 A.M. Wednesday, February 28, 2007 at the Shrader Funeral Home, 204 North Locust Street, Arcola, IL with Rev. William Hudspeth officiating. Visitation will be 6-8 P.M. Tuesday, February 27, 2007 at the funeral home. Interment will be in Humboldt Cemetery, Humboldt, Il. Mrs. Grant was born December 20, 1927 in Humboldt, IL the daughter of Theodore L. and Goldie Gardner Dixon. She married Edward "Shorty" Grant on August 10, 1947, in Arcola, Il. He preceded her in death on July 22, 1995. Mrs. Grant is survived by two Sons: Michael R. Grant and wife Gloria of Johannesburg, MI. and Ronald D. Grant and wife Debbie of Terre Haute, IN.; one Daughter: Penny Gillespie and husband Brad of Mattoon, IL; one Brother: Alvin Dixon of Humboldt, IL; 8 Grandchildren: Charlene Thompson and husband Tim of Caryville, TN., Susie White and husband Norm of Gaylord, MI., Tim Grant of Johannesburg MI., Danielle Sawyer and husband Shawn of Riley, IN., Kristopher Grant and wife Heather of Indianapolis, IN., Brandon Gillespie and wife Hannah of Mattoon, IL., Dustin Gillespie of Sheppard Air Force Base, TX., and Autumn Gillespie of Mattoon, IL. 5 Great-Grandchildren: Stephanie Thompson, Aubrey Rinna, Katelynn Grant, Finley Sawyer, and Riley Gillespie. She was preceded in death by her parents and one Brother: Joe Dixon. Mrs. Grant retired from General Electric in Mattoon, having worked in the Coil Room in the light bulb division. She was a member of the Humboldt Christian Church and graduated from the Humboldt High School. Memorials are suggested to: Donor's Choice. Obituary written by family members. Online guest book at www.legacy.com/herald-review/Obituaries.asp

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March 9, 2007

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February 28, 2007

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Mickey Childress

March 9, 2007

Penny,
Sorry to hear bout your Mother. Enjoyed working with her at GE.
Mickey Childress

Lezli Cline

March 3, 2007

Penny,

My condolences at the passing of your mother! Please remember her in happier times, and God Bless you and yours.

Peace be with you,

Lezli (White) Cline

Marilee Anderson

February 28, 2007

To Alvie Dixon and the family of Norma Grant;

So sorry to see the paper that your sister and mother passed away. I know this is a difficult time and will keep you in my prayers.

I am the daughter of Florence and Melvin Hill, Rhoda Farrell's granddaughter. I can remember many times visiting Norma and Eddie when we would stop by to see Uncle Theodore and Aunt Goldie. They were both fine people and Mom and Dad enjoyed their time spent together.

I tried to contact Norma in September to let her know that Mom passed away September 27, but was unable to reach her and did not have an address.

It is hard, but if your mother was in deteriorating health as mother was in the last month, you will realize that she is much happier now. Selfishly I sometimes wish her back but would not want her to have to experience anymore discomfort.

Please know you are all in my prayers.

Janice Brooks Faires

February 27, 2007

Alvin and Nancy, Mike, Ronnie and Penny....I am so sorry. Norma was a lovely Christian lady, humble and genuine. Throughout my growing up days in Humboldt Christian Church, she was always there, could be depended on to prepare communion or help with Bible school classes or anything that needed doing. During the years my mother was married to Theodore, Norma was so kind to her. My heart goes out to you, and my love and prayers are with you.

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Melissa Bahrns

February 27, 2007

I will miss you greatly Grandma Grant. The memories of all puzzles built, Ice cream offered, and all the Christmases spent together. I’m so glad you were able to make it to your Great Grandson’s Birthday
Party this past December. Ryley and I will Miss you. God Bless the Gillespie’s at this time of sorrow.

Ryley Gillespie

February 27, 2007

I will miss Grandma Grant. Thinking of you Grandma Penny, Papa, Daddy, Autumn, and Dustin. I know you are sad. I drew a picture of Grandma Grant and her kitty. Love you,

Stephanie & Travis Upton

February 27, 2007

Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Dennis & Mary Bahrns

February 27, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Brenda Trog

February 27, 2007

Mike, Ronny & Penny,
I'm so sorry to hear about your Mother. I have many memories of her and your Dad when I would spend time at grandma and grandpa Meserve's house. I have many fond memories of your mom from working at G.E. with her also.
Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
May God give you strenght at this most difficult time
Brenda Trog (Martin)

Vera & Gary Courtney

February 27, 2007

Mike, Ronnie, and Penny
I am so sorry to read of your Mothers death. She was a very sweet person to work with at GE and I have fond memories of her as a neighbor. You and your families are in my Prayers. Vera

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