Norma Lynn Zaiter

Norma Lynn Zaiter obituary, Troy, MI

Norma Lynn Zaiter

Norma Zaiter Obituary

Norma Zaiter, daughter of Mary Shad and Sam Ableson, passed away on July 10, 2025 at the age of 53. She was a beloved wife, mother, sister, daughter, and friend.
Norma is survived by her loving husband, Tom; her cherished children, Brandon and Adriana; and her siblings, Tina, Michelle, Toby, John, Todd, Adele and Katie. She was a fierce protector of her family and leaves behind a legacy of resilience, love, and determination.
Norma faced lifelong challenges, but her life was also a story of perseverance. She never stopped striving to grow, to heal, and be a better person-even in her hardest moments. Her strength in the face of adversity, her sense of humor, and her stubborn and charismatic spirit will be remembered by all who knew her.
Though her path was not easy, Norma's love for her family, especially her children, never wavered. She will be deeply missed and forever cherished.
Please join us in celebrating the life and legacy of a woman who fought hard, loved deeply, and left her mark on every heart she touched.
Family will receive friends, Monday, July 21, 2025, 2-8pm at A. J. Desmond & Sons (Vasu, Rodgers & Connell Chapel), 32515 Woodward Ave., (btwn 13-14 Mile) Royal Oak. 248-549-0500.
Funeral Service Tuesday, July 22, 2025, 1pm at A.J. Desmond & Sons (Vasu, Rodgers & Connell Chapel), 32515 Woodward Ave., (btwn 13-14 Mile) Royal Oak. 248-549-0500. Visitation at the funeral home begins 12pm.
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