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Norma Rishaug Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Oct. 13, 2009.

RISHAUG , Norma Marie (nee MacDonald) January 7, 1927 - October 10, 2009 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Norma Rishaug on Saturday, October 10, 2009 at the age of 82 years. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Sharon and Al Roth of Crossfield; two grandsons, Todd Roth of Airdrie and Lee (Jeannie) Roth and their children, Taylor and Jacob of Edson. She is also survived her brother Jim MacDonald of Vulcan and her sister Peggy Hartman of Calgary as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Norma was predeceased by her loving husband Tony in 1996, and her parents Ken and Sarah MacDonald. Funeral Services will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY'S Airdrie Funeral Home (300 Towerlane Drive, Airdrie, Alberta) on Thursday, October 15, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com . If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Alberta, 200, 119 - 14 Street N.W., Calgary, AB T2N 1Z6 (Telephone 403-264-5549, www.heartandstroke.ca ). In living memory of Norma Rishaug, a tree will be planted at Fletcher Park, Airdrie by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Airdrie Funeral Home, 300 TOWERLANE DRIVE, AIRDRIE. Telephone: 403-948-1100.

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October 15, 2009

Sharon, Allan and family

We are thinking of you on this very sad day. Take care and I will call soon.

Cathy, Kim, Kate & Kyla

Theresa & Martin Scherger

October 15, 2009

The loss of someone so close is difficult to bear. We share your grief.

Denise Turner

October 13, 2009

Sharon,

My heart goes out to you in the loss of your Mother. May you find some comfort knowing that you now have a special Guardian Angel watching over you at all times.

Take Care!
Denise & Steve

October 13, 2009

We will miss Norma. She was a very kind and special lady. I have special memories about Norma,esp. our trips to McDonalds for ice-cream. Gone but not forgotten.

Simon & Charmaine

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