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Effie Norinne Richards Callister

Effie Callister Obituary

Effie Norinne Richards Callister 8/18/1911 ~ 6/30/2009 Effie Norinne Richards Callister passed away June 30, 2009 at the age of 97.She was born August 18, 1911; Salt Lake City, Utah, the daughter of LeGrand Richards and Ina Jane Ashton Richards. Norrine lived most of her life in Glendale, California, where she met Reed Eddington Callister. They were married March 9, 1932, in the Salt Lake Temple by her grandfather, George F. Richards. She was the mother of six children, Reed Richards; David R; Douglas Lane; Paula Kaye (deceased); Tad Richards; and Susan Jane Becker. Norinne's husband passed away in 1989. They were married 57 years. Norinne's life was one of service. She loved helping others and was very charitable, both with her time and with her means. In the community, she served as PTA president at three different schools. She also was President of both her local P.E.O. and H.E.L.P. (Hospital Emergency Loan Plan), and she served on the boards of the YWCA, Red Cross and National Charity League and was Vice-President of the Women's Guild of the Glendale Symphony. In 1978, she was selected honorary California Mother of the Year and was awarded the Utah Heritage Award which stated, "Awarded to Norinne Richards Callister for outstanding service to Family - Church -Community". Norinne enjoyed beautiful art and loved classical music, and throughout her life she had a quest for learning. Her great faith and a strong testimony of the restoration of the Gospel of Jesus Christ were the foundation of her life and as a result she treasured the experiences of serving in the Church. Norinne worked diligently in many church callings, which included serving as Primary President, YWMIA President, and four times a Relief Society President, finally being released from that position in her 80th year. With her husband she lived three years in London, England where Reed presided over the mission from 1967-1969. Norinne's greatest legacy was her posterity. In addition to her six children, she loved and admired 35 grandchildren, 107 great-grand children, and recently welcomed her first great-great grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Friday, July 10, 12 Noon, in the Ensign Stake Center, 135 "A" Street. Friends may call at Larkin Mortuary, 260 East South Temple, Thursday, July 9, from 6 to 8 p.m. and Friday at the Church from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Interment will follow at Larkin Sunset Lawn, 2350 E. 1300 South.

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Published by The Salt Lake Tribune from Jul. 3 to Jul. 8, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Effie Callister

22 Entries

Carol Snow (Smith)

July 21, 2009

My love to wonderful friends from La Crescenta (Dave & Evelyn and their children) in remembering this adorable and remarkable lady. Sister Callister was a spitfire scriptorian and my "idol" in the Wednesday gospel doctrine classes held at the Church Office Building a few years ago. Her approach to gospel doctrine was clear and precise; she is a wonderful example to us all of enduring to the end...with panache!

July 15, 2009

It has been a great priviledge to have known such a marverous work and a wonder as Sister Norrine Callister. I have only known her for the last 5 years becoming well aquainted with her as my favorite tenant at the Gateway Apartments. What a truly Christlike woman she is and what a priviledge and honor to have served her in any small way I was called to do. She always kept such a lovely apartment. My step brother in law, John Reese, has known and loved this family for years and is a partner in business with Tad. He called me to get more information about the funeral and expressed his deepest condolences, love and best wishes to all of the family as do I. I'm a much richer man for having known and associated with this little angel sent straight from heaven to bless so many lives. May God bless you all. I'm looking forward to the day when Norrine can introduce me to Her father and my true hero, LeGrand. Dale Roy Butterfield, West Jordan, Utah

Christine d'Arc Taylor

July 14, 2009

I am privileged to have been raised in the Glendale West Ward, along with Norinne's and Reed's children. Although it has been decades since I last saw her, Norinne lives in my memory as a model of elegance and womanly grace. I send deep respect and affection to the entire family.

Jolyn Christiansen Meyer

July 14, 2009

My memories of Norinne go back many, many years. I was not able to attend the viewing and funeral, but my thoughts were with you all. I grew up in Glendale CA where the Callisters lived. She was a beautiful woman with a beautiful family. I still have the wedding gift she gave me over 29 years ago. Her sweet spirit radiated from her whenever she was around. My love goes out to her family.

Sally/Arlan woodward

July 13, 2009

We know she was a wonderful lady via her children.

Dave Wilkey

July 10, 2009

What a marvelous example of what we all should be at the end of this mortal probabtion. I did not know Norinne personally but came to feel as though I did through stories Dick has shared about this family icon in our branch presidency meetings. Blessings to you all on this special day as you celebrate this "birth" we call "death." Many happy reunions to you all.....

Sandra Dietlein

July 9, 2009

Norinne was my Gleaner teacher and I still have a Pearl of Great Price she gave the class. She was a pearl of great price and wonderful example to me and then to my family. We will miss her and her great spirit. Please know of our love and prayers for a remarkable family.
Sandra and Allan Dietlein

Carma Marie Moore Brown

July 9, 2009

Robert and I have nothing but wonderful memories of Sister (and President) Callister. She was our "mission mother" in London, England (1967-1969). Often we sisters remarked how upbeat and "modern" she was, especially as she encouraged us sisters to wear comely-not-dowdy apparel, and to let the light of Christ shine through us. She set the example. Her teachings on gospel subjects almost always ended with the reminder that she was teaching us what her "daddy' (Apostle LeGrand Richards) had taught her, and if "daddy" said it, it was "gospel"! We loved that. Every meeting, and every reunion since, ALWAYS ended with her testimony of the restored gospel and a message of her love and knowledge of God's love for every person. It was wonderful to have recently had one last British-Mission reunion with our lovely "mission mother", who was kind and always interested in each of us right to the end. We will miss you very much, dear sister.

Stan and Mickie Neilson

July 9, 2009

Dear Callister Family,
We fondly remember Norinne as a woman with so much warmth and concern for others. She offered her sincere love through much service and compassion. She will always be remembered.

Myrna & Gary Condie

July 8, 2009

Sister Norinne Callister and her family have been a great blessing in our lives. We will always be better people for having known her.

Ellen Reed Daugharty

July 8, 2009

My prayers and love to the Callister Family. I was raised in the Glendale Ward and have many fond memories of Norinne with the beautiful example she set. I'm sure she is having a joyful reunion with her husband, Bishop Callister, and daughter, Paula. She raised a wonderful family that I was priviledged to grow up with and attend many of the same classes. They all are following the example of their parents and making them proud.

Doug & Celestia Himstreet

July 8, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Rose Anne Evans Marshall

July 8, 2009

I am hononred to have known Norinne. She added so much love and joy to everyones life and raised some remarble children who also have blessed my life. She was gracious, kind, and loving and as an elect lady deserves all the acolades that will be rendered at her memorial service. God bless you all as you carry on the wonderful traditions of your parents and thank you for sharing all that with me. Rose Anne Evans Marshall

Gordon Christiansen

July 6, 2009

Congratulations to Sister Callister for living a great life! Now she can be with her husband and parents and her daughter Paula.

Rosemary D'Arc Powell

July 6, 2009

Love and prayers to all the family. Norinne was a wonderful example to me throughout my young life. What a joyous reunion there must be on the other side!

Randy & Andrea Rounds

July 6, 2009

Norinne was one of the sweetest most humble people I have known. And fun, too. Growing up in Glendale, CA was a wonderful experience with people like Norinne there to guide us along. Our thoughts are with all her family.
Much love to you all.

Stephen Streeter

July 6, 2009

Please accept my deepest sympathies. I have nothing by fond memories of every time I saw Norinne. She was a wonderful woman and kind friend to all.

Karen & Tom Mortensen

July 4, 2009

We are sorry for the loss of your mother. My husband has always spoke very highly of her and your family. He served part of his mission in Glendale and had dinner many times at her home. Thanks to all of you for being such wonderful examples to us all. Karen and Tom Mortensen

John & Elaine Marshall

July 4, 2009

Our love and sympathy to the Richards and Callister families.

Harry & Sherry Beckman

July 3, 2009

We send our love and sympathy to all the family. We loved Norinne. She was a wonderful woman, always so concerned about others and so willing to share and help in any way she could. She was truly an example to all of us.

Brent and Diane McMaster

July 3, 2009

Dear Callister Family,

We send our love and sympathy and pay honor to a remarkable woman with a life well lived. What a woderful legacy to an outstanding family.

Rebecca Richards

July 3, 2009

Norinne was a true example of the "believer in Christ" in all that she did. She was lovely in every way and a fine example of womanhood on the highest level. "Ladylike" was to be like Norinee Callister. I loved her dearly and was so grateful for that fine example. She will be dearly missed.

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