Other Events:

• Misc: Sep 2012; grandchildren, Tyler, Brooke, Chelsea, Robbi Lynn and Lila
• Obituary: 10 Sep 2012, Oxford, Cumberland, Nova Scotia, Canada; MacDiarmid's Funeral Home

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Obituary:

Obituary

Norma Jean Gordon (January 23, 1950 - September 7, 2012)Gordon (Jackson), Norma Jean - 62, Oxford, passed away Friday, September 7, 2012. Born in Moncton, NB, she was a daughter of Jeanette Jackson and the late John Jackson. Norma is survived by her daughters, Carrie (Rick) Vassallo; Paula (Marcel) Wood; son, Andrew Gordon; beloved companion, Howard Black; sisters, Merry Anne (Bill) Chapman; Teri (Rick) Porter; Betty Jackson; Carol Jackson; Grace (Syd) Archer; Holly (Dan) Rector; Pearl Jackson; Laurie (Garry) Payne; brothers, Brian (Belinda); Rob (Connie); Jim (Darlene); grandchildren, Tyler, Brooke, Chelsea, Robbi Lynn and Lila; many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Gary Gordon; father, John Jackson, nephew, Jessie Payne. Norma was a member of several local groups over the years including Oxford Area Lionettes, Pythian Sisters, Oxford Curling Club, and Oxford Fire Dept. Ladies Auxiliary. She loved spending time at her cottage at the beach where she enjoyed collecting sea glass on longwalks. Norma loved caring for all creatures especially her cat Bobbi. She was a devoted fan of Johnny Reid music and attended many of his concerts. Norma also enjoyed attending yard sales, shopping, playing dominos and cards, traveling and dancing. Most importantly Norma enjoyed spending time with family and friends, she was full of laughter and shared her kindness and enthusiasm for life with everyone who knew her. Visitation will be from 6-9 p.m. Wednesday, September 12 in MacDiarmid’s Funeral Home, 5075 Main Street, Oxford (447-2930). A service celebrating Norma’s life will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, September 13 in Trinity United Church, Oxford. The family would like to thank the medical and nursing staff at the QEII 5.2 as well as the emergency department and Jennifer Fifield for the loving care provided to Norma and her family. Donations may be made to the L.A. Animal Shelter or SPCA. Private condolences may be sent to the family by visitingwww.mmcfunerals.com

[posted to NSCumber mailing list by Eric Keys 10 Sep 2012]

Norma married Gary Gordon 29 Aug 1970. Gary was born CA 1944, Springhill, Cumberland, Nova Scotia, Canada; died 4 Oct 2005, Amherst, Cumberland, Nova Scotia, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Norma — Howard Black. [Group Sheet]

Carrie — Rick Vassallo. [Group Sheet]

Paula — Marcel Wood\Wolfe. [Group Sheet]