Norma Jean Rector, 91, a girl of robust religion and boundless love for her household, handed away peacefully on October 15, 2023, in her hometown of South Bend. Born on February 10, 1932, to Leander “Hank” and Ida (Rice) Fieser.
On March 11, 1950, Norma married the love of her life, Robert Rector, in South Bend. Their marriage was an exquisite partnership that lasted till Robert’s passing in 2011. Collectively, they raised a loving household, instilling of their youngsters the values of religion, love, and compassion that have been so necessary to them.
Norma is survived by her daughters, Jacqueline Porter of Mishawaka and Gwen Rector of Florida, and her son, Greg Rector of Florida. She was a beloved mother-in-law to Anne Rector of South Bend. Norma was a cherished grandmother to 6 grandchildren, Nicholas Hendricks of Mishawaka, Erin (Arthur) Garcia of South Bend, Ashley (Jerrod) Sherwood of Buchanan, Stephanie (Nick) Myers of South Bend, and Jason Kluszczynski of South Bend. She was additionally a doting great-grandmother to 9 great-grandchildren, Arturo Jr., Liliana, Christian, Bradley, Victoria, Callia, Isabella, Kaleb and Emily.
Norma was preceded in demise by her husband, Robert Rector; her son, Eric “Rick” Rector; her granddaughter, Jessica Hendricks; her son-in-law, Clifton Porter; and her sisters, Deloras Ackelson and Martha Krienke.
Norma graduated from Adams Excessive Faculty and selected to dedicate her life to the noble career of homemaking. She was an exquisite Christian lady who beloved the Lord and lived her religion day-after-day. Norma’s dwelling was all the time full of heat and love, a testomony to her nurturing spirit and her dedication to her household.
Norma was a girl of many skills and pursuits. She had a inexperienced thumb and beloved spending time in her backyard. She was additionally a gifted poet, typically expressing her ideas and emotions by way of lovely verses. Norma was an avid reader and loved canning the fruits of her backyard. Above all, she beloved her household deeply and loved cooking and internet hosting household get-togethers.
Funeral providers for Norma will probably be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 21, 2023, at Christian Middle Church, 530 E. Eire Rd. South Bend, IN 46614. Mates could go to with the household from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. on Friday, October 20, 2023, at Palmer Funeral Dwelling – Guisinger Chapel, 3718 S. Michigan St. South Bend, IN. and once more on Saturday on the church from 9:30 – 10:00 earlier than the service. Burial will instantly comply with at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens in Osceola, IN.
Memorial contributions could also be made in Norma’s honor to Christian Middle Church, 530 E. Eire Rd. South Bend, IN 46614 or to the Alzheimer’s Affiliation, 225 N. Michigan Ave., Fl. 17, Chicago, IL 60601.
On-line condolences could also be left for the household by visiting www.palmerfuneralhomes.com.
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