Norma Renee Quinn

Norma Renee Quinn was born on, January 14, 1964, in Toledo, Ohio, to the late Lemuel Quinn Sr. and Sarah Gladys Quinn. From the very beginning, Norma was full of life, personality, and fire. As a youngster, she embraced the joys of dancing, singing, skating, crocheting, drawing - and, as the family would joke, fighting too. At just 12 years old, she gave her life to Christ, planting the spiritual roots that would follow her throughout her journey.

Norma was married to Garry Brazzel Sr. and later divorced with whom she shared three of her five children. Beyond her own children, she opened her heart and home to many of her nieces and nephews, often serving as a mother figure to those who needed her love and guidance.

Norma was known for her unforgettable humor, bold personality, and her famously "interesting taste in men." If Norma was in the room, laughter was guaranteed - whether from her sharp wit, her unfiltered honesty, or her hilarious storytelling. She lived life loudly and unapologetically. Norma also found community and adventure as a member of the Knight Rider and Ghost Rider Motorcycle Clubs.

In her final months, Norma once again reaffirmed her faith and gave her life back to Christ. With a clarity and strength that amazed those around her, she made all decisions concerning her transition. Her greatest desire was for her family to have peace and not be burdened by her passing. She departed this life on January 6, 2026, at the age of 61.

Norma was preceded in death by her father, Lemuel Quinn Sr.; mother, Sarah Gladys Quinn; grandmother, Ida Lee Daniel; brothers, George Quinn Sr., Nathaniel Quinn Sr., and Lemuel Quinn Jr.; and sisters, Vessie Lee Quinn-Christmas and Vanessa L. Quinn.

She leaves to cherish her memory her children:

• Rodericka Denise Quinn

• Michelle Renee Searcy

• Nicole Monique Brazzel

• Garry Bruce (Prineeka) Brazzel

• Carole Lynn Brazzel

Grandchildren:

Mariah Quinn-Peace, Terry Owens, Kenandy Smith, Jon Carlos McCray, Jermaine Morgan, Nyasia Morgan, Tyler Morgan, Nasire Morgan, Christopher Edmonds, Garry Brazzel III, Dynasty Brazzel, Quinntez Brazzel, Nathaniel Coachman, Noah Coachman

She is also survived by her great-grandchild, Larry Adrian Green III, and two bonus daughters, Jenifer Pierce and Sharonda Hines.

Her siblings who remain to honor her memory include brothers Dorsey Battles, Joseph (Bernice) Quinn, and Kenneth Quinn, and sisters Victoria Beyen'e, Vivian Woodson, Pamela (Larry) Taylor, Patricia Quinn, Regina Vaughn, and Karen Vaughn.

Norma also leaves behind her longtime friends John Farmer and Clover Holden, best friends Talibah Johnson and Virginia Bryson, her goddaughter Etoy Smith, and a host of loving relatives and friends who will forever carry her spirit in their hearts.

Norma lived life on her own terms - bold, funny, faithful, and full of love. Her memory will continue to shine through the many lives she touched.