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Norma Bentley Obituary
Norma M. Bentley, 91, born to Christina and Carl S. Murray, June 23, 1917, passed away Thursday, May 14, at a Sacramento rest home.
Born in Eureka, California, she moved to Vallejo when she was 24. She resided there until nine years ago, when she moved to Sacramento to be close to her daughter and son.
She was a past Matron of Easter Star No. 3 and of the Masonic Organizations. She worked many years at Mare Island shipyard and then Levees and for the Vallejo School Department, from which she retired.
Preceded in death by her parents and husband Paul W. Bentley.
She is survived by her daughter, Ann Gulla; son, Wes Bentley; son-in-law, Stephen Gulla; grandchildren, Scott Bentley, Greg Bentley, Janese Palasi, Jeff Kemper, Ron Kemper and Ed Kemper and many great- and great-great-grandchildren; nieces, Joyce Wells, Gay Clifford, and Jan, Sandra and nephew Buster Brizard.
There will be no memorial services, due to her wishes.
Donations may be made to Shriners Childrens Hospital.
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Connie Bentley
May 22, 2009
So sorry to hear of Aunt Norma's passing, but sure she will live on in the hearts of her children and grandchildren.
love, Connie Bentley
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Scott Bentley
May 21, 2009
We will miss you "Mimi". 91 years of doing things your own way. Norma will live in the memories of her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Quite a legacy.
With Love,
Scott and Jami Bentley and Maya, Cooper, Ava and Bella.
Louise Shelby
May 20, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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