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1926
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2020
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Edna Norton Obituary
She was born May 23, 1926, in Sulligent, Alabama, the daughter of W.H. and Leila (Goodson) Williams. She married Robert Biggiam on July 22, 1941. She later married Frank W. Norton on May 3, 1975, in Moline. He preceded her in death on Sept. 30, 1977.
She is survived by her daughter, Linda Biggiam of Galesburg; two sons, Michael Biggiam of Tulsa, Oklahoma, and Harold Biggiam of Galesburg; seven grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandson.
In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents; two sons, Gary Biggiam and Larry Biggiam; a granddaughter and a great-grandson; three brothers, Frank Williams, Willie Williams and Ernest Williams; and a sister, Norene McCrary.
Edna had lived in Galesburg since 1951. She worked for The Pizza House in Galesburg for 34 years, beginning in 1957. She retired in 1991. Edna always enjoyed cooking for the holidays and family gatherings. She will be greatly missed.
Cremation will be accorded. Private family graveside services will be scheduled at a later time in East Linwood Cemetery. Hinchliff-Pearson-West Funeral Directors and Cremation Services Galesburg Chapel is handling arrangements for the family. Online condolences may be made at www.h-p-w.com.
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6 Entries
March 31, 2020
Pizza parties when we were younger!!! Such a sweet lady! Sincere condolences to the family,from Anita & Barbara Kukuk.
Tammi Smith
March 31, 2020
I will always love & miss you Grandma Edna!! Forever in my heart.R.I.P.
Kelly (Brown) Porter
March 31, 2020
Grandma Edna (Randy's Gma) was so special to me. We used to visit her at the Pizza House during the day and she would serve us up some of her delicious meatballs! She was always so kind and sweet to me. Much love to the family at this time.
Paula Shores
March 31, 2020
Gene & I send our condolences to Linda & Hal. Wasn't around Mrs. Norton much, but always loved her southern accent. Rest In Heaven "Mrs. Biggiam" --- she will always be "Mrs. Biggiam" to me and my family.
linda biggiam
March 31, 2020
I love you and miss you. you will always remain in my heart. love from your daughter.
linda biggiam
March 31, 2020
I love you mother you will always be in my heart
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