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1920
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2010
Frances Norman Obituary
A daughter of the late Lawrence and Audra (Mallernee) Rose, Frances was born Feb. 11, 1920, in Tippecanoe, O.
Frances retired from Art's Jewelers in 1985 and was also employed over the years at the Diamond Shoppe and at Montgomery Ward as a sales clerk.
She was a member of First United Methodist Church at New Philadelphia as well as a member of the New Philadelphia Lady Elks Lodge No. 510.
Frances enjoyed tending to her floral gardens but especially enjoyed spending time with her great-grandchildren even when it involved a game of kickball.
She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Janet and Jim Burns of Dover; two grandchildren, Richard (Tricia) Norman Jr. of Tucson, Arizona and Michele (Mike) Giffen of Gnadenhutten; two great-grandchildren, Macy and Mitchell Giffen; and a sister, Helen Cummings of Dennison.
Frances was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Kenneth P. Norman, who passed away in July 2006, and her son, Richard Kenneth Norman Sr., in November 1995.
The family will receive friends on Thursday, Feb. 11, 2010, from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Linn-Hert-Geib Funeral Home & Crematory at New Philadelphia. A funeral service celebrating Frances' life will be held on Friday, Feb. 12, 2010, at 10 a.m. in the funeral home with Dr. Rev. Steven Bailey officiating. Burial will follow in East Avenue Cemetery at New Philadelphia. Following the committal service, a memorial reception will be held in the Geib Family Center at New Philadelphia.
Those wishing to do so may send the family a personal condolence and view an online memorial by visiting the funeral home's Web site.
Contributions may be made in Frances' memory to the Multiple Sclerosis Society, 520 S. Main St., Akron, O. 44311-1072.
Linn-Hert-Geib
(330) 343-5506
www.geibcares.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Frances Norman
February 14, 2010
So sorry for your loss, Chris Harmon
February 11, 2010
Janet
I send my deepest sympathy to you and your family. Will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
Debbie Barcus Hinkley
February 11, 2010
Janet and Jim, it has been a pleasure to get to know Fran. She was a very special lady. She always had a twinkle in her eye and a funny story to share. She will be missed. Love you, Linda and Jerry Miller
February 10, 2010
Janet and Jim, our deepest sympathy go to you and your family. We are in Florida and can not attend. She has left you with many great memories to treasure for the rest of your life. She will be with your father again. Their love for each go on. God bless you all, your cousin Carolyn and Denny Jones
February 10, 2010
Janet,
I am so sorry for the mix up in my earlier condolence. Of course I meant to write Fran. My apologies and heartfelt sympathies to you and your family.
Sincerely,
Jennifer Grant
Joan Hoffman
February 10, 2010
Janet,
I was sorry to hear of your mother's passing. We worked together at the Diamond Shop and she gave me a bridal shower and was the "unofficial" wedding consultant at our wedding in 1972! She was a kick to work with. Your brother was in my graduating class and she talked about you all the time- very proud! I smile in memory of her.
Cheryl Decker
February 10, 2010
Janet, I have fond childhood memories growing-up next door. I remember how much your mother loved you all..God Bless.. Cheryl Decker
February 10, 2010
Janet,
Though many years have passed your mother remains such a special person in my heart. She was responsible for getting me my first job at "Arts". She was so vivacious and a joy to be around. I can still remember her laugh to this day. I hope you find comfort in knowing how special Norma was to so many.
Love, Jennifer Grant (nee Miller)
Gabe Hoffa
February 10, 2010
Janet,Jim,
Our thoughts and prayers are with your entire family
Gabe and Robyn Hoffa
February 10, 2010
Dear Janet,
I'm so sorry to hear about your Mother's passing. Frances was the life of our neighborhood when I was a kid on Ray street. My family was the Riggle's that lived next door. She was always there to help everyone and she was a big part of my growing up years. I know no matter how old your parents are when they go home to be with the Lord, it hurts to lose them. I'm sure she is glad she is with your Dad again and Richard. Richard and I played a lot when we were little. You were the first baby I babysat for. I wasn't very old but your Mom taught me what to do. She was great.
Love, Esther Riggle Hostetler
February 9, 2010
Janet, I will miss your mom, what a classy lady,she always looked so nice, I will miss lunch at Lahms with her,she gets to celebrate her 90th in heaven!
Love ya Mary
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