Norma Goulding Stoddard, 93, passed away March 1, 2022, at the Gables in Ammon, ID. She was born February 5, 1929, to Ernest and Eunice Goulding in St. Anthony, Idaho. She grew up and attended school in St. Anthony and married Harold Stoddard on November 5, 1947, in the Idaho Falls Temple. They moved to Rexburg in 1956 and lived there until 2013 when they moved to Midway, UT. She moved to the Gables in June 2021. Norma was secretary for the Ricks College Counseling Center for over 20 years. She loved the staff and students she worked with. She was also a businesswoman, owning the Mode-O-Day dress shop and the Unique Boutique in Rexburg, and two Diet Centers in California. She served with her husband at the Idaho Falls Temple for 11 1/2 years and later served at the Rexburg Stake Employment Center. Norma had a steadfast testimony of Jesus Christ and served him faithfully in many church callings over the years. She had a talent for sewing, crafts and scrapbooking and her many Books of Remembrance were works of art. She enjoyed traveling everywhere and anywhere with friends and family. She was a non-stop reader and also had a large collection of favorite videos. She loved working in her beautiful flower gardens and they were a peaceful, favorite place for her to spend time. Norma also enjoyed being engaged in her community and was a proud member of the daughters of the Utah Pioneers, serving as Rexburg chapter president as well as serving on the Rexburg Senior Citizen Board. She loved sports and played and excelled in many sports growing up. The basketball coaches loved her because she was 5'9" and athletic. She held season tickets to Ricks College Sports and was also a dedicated BYU sports fan and followed all their different sports teams, both women's and men's. Norma was so proud of her family. She always wanted to know about them and spend time with them. Her six children, numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren brought her so much joy. She was kind, patient, and a great example to all of them. She had a great sense of humor that was appreciated by all who knew and associated with her. Norma was preceded in death by her husband, Harold, parents, Ernest and Eunice Goulding, grand-daughter, Jessica Stoddard and sisters, Reah (Vernal) Stoddard and Greta (James) Wenzel. She is survived by her brother, Arden Goulding of Comanche, OK. Also, her children, Ronnie (Vanell) Stoddard of West Jordan, UT., Goulding (Christina) Stoddard of St George, UT., Sheryl (Jerry) Beck of Sunnydell, ID, Paulette (David) Wetzel of Ammon, ID., Steven (Jan) Stoddard of Helena, MT., and Sterling (LaDawn) Stoddard of Midway, UT. 43 grandchildren and 27 greatgrandchildren and 4 great-great-grandchildren. Thanks to Aspen Home Health and Hospice and all those at the Gables in Ammon for their love, help and caring for our mom these past months. There will be a graveside service at the Parker Cemetery, 408 North Center Street in Parker Idaho, on Saturday March 5th at 11:00 am. Following the graveside service there will be a luncheon and Celebration of Life at the Mill House in Rigby, Idaho, 436 North 4014 East, for her family and close friends.

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Published by Rexburg Standard Journal from Mar. 4 to Mar. 3, 2022.

Memories and Condolences
for Norma Stoddard

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8 Entries

Leon and Judy Bleggi

March 7, 2022

Paulette, we were saddened to hear of the passing of your mother. Your mother was always so happy and I enjoyed visiting with her at work. Both your mother and father were great examples. We send you are sincere sympathy. We love you all and miss you in our neighborhood!

David Ricks

March 5, 2022

I spent my teenage years in the 2nd ward in Rexburg with Harold Stoddard being our bishop. Sister Stoddard was always kind to us and had a smile for us always.
She was a great lady and an example of a Latter-day Saint.

Condolences to the family, but I think she is very happy being reunited with her eternal companion

Bryce & Cheri Bailey

March 5, 2022

Just heard, and offer my sincere condolences and sympathy. Norma was a very special lady and I consider her my second mother. While growing up our families were always together in Rexburg and vacations in West Yellowstone. Norma always treated the Bailey kids like her own. We will always remember her.

Tonya (Bailey) Hillman

March 4, 2022

Dear Stoddard Family,
I send my deepest sympathies at the loss of your sweet Mom. I know how hard it is to lose your parents.
I have very fond memories of your Mom and Dad being at our home in Thornton for supper club and card parties. Your Mom had a lovely laugh and was so kind and friendly to everyone.
Although it’s been many years since those days, I wanted each of you to know that she was loved and will be fondly remembered by the Bailey family.
Wishing comfort for all of you,
Tonya Hillman

Patti Crapo

March 4, 2022

I´m so sorry for the loss of your Mother and Grandmother. I remember how she and Uncle Harold had a real zest for life. I always thought she had a beautiful head of red hair. I´m sure she´s having a joyous family reunion with family on the other side of the veil. Sending love and prayers

Rex T Young

March 4, 2022

I remember cousin Normal well. I grew up just across the river from her parents home. I'm the same age as her brother Arden. My sympathy to you for your loss. She had a good long life though. You folks take care and remember she is in a better place. Again, my sympathy.

Garth and Sherry Anderson

March 2, 2022

We knew and loved Harold and Norma very much. We were blessed to spend time with them in their home hearing about their family. They were such a good example to everyone. Norma loved her family and loved serving them. She was always a joy to be around and will be greatly missed.

Sally Webster

March 2, 2022

I am so sorry to learn of my sweet cousin's passing. Norma was an incredible woman and a joy to be around. I have so many happy memories of Norma and Harold. I never pass by where their house stood in Rexburg for so many years without thinking of them both. Please know that you all are in my thoughts and prayers at this time. I would so very much like to spend time with you Saturday but we will be out of town - but may it be a beautiful day for you. What a great heritage we all have! I'm proud to share it with you. Love, Sally

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