Norma Jean Doty

1931 - 2013

Norma Jean Doty obituary, 1931-2013

BORN

1931

DIED

2013

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Ingram-Meridith Funeral Home - Albion

241 W. Main St.

Albion, Illinois

Norma Doty Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jan. 21, 2013.

Norma Jean Doty, 82 passed away Sunday, January 20, 2013 at Riveroaks Health Care in Princeton, IN.

Norma was born January 20, 1931 in Ellery, IL. Her parents were George and Winnie (Woods) Chalcraft. She married Robert "Bob" Doty May 11, 1949 in Madisonville, KY and they were married for 63 years.

Norma was a member of the Mt. Carmel Church of Christ. She loved being a farmer's wife, gardening and bird watching. She loved camping and had traveled through all 50 states spending winters in Florida for the last 26 years. She sold Stanley Home Products for many years and was known as "The Stanley Lady". For several years she was involved in the girls 4-H as a leader and was a member of Home Extension. She enjoyed playing cards and board games, with Scrabble being her game of choice. She enjoyed hosting a family chowder gathering for over 30 years. Norma also played the piano and gave lessons. She had a beautiful singing voice.

She is survived by her husband; Bob of Bone Gap, IL, 4 daughters; Diana (Dennis) Daniel of Mt. Carmel, IL, Yvonne (Terry) Giese of Milwaukie, Oregon, Denise (Tim) Gill of Godfrey, IL, Shonda (Roger) Metcalf of Mt. Carmel, IL, 7 grandchildren; Dock (Kelsey) Daniel of Mississippi, Drew (Melinda) Daniel of Texas, Nathan (Nicole) Gill, Matthew Gill, Makenzie, Reece, and Brandi Metcalf all of Illinois, 5 great-grandchildren; Fagan, McHarg, Teagan, Emerson and Brynn.

Norma was preceded in death by; her parents, 2 brothers; Harold and Francis Chalcraft, 2 sisters; Allene Schmidt, Ruth Ewing, and one infant grandchild; Austin Metcalf.

Funeral service will be Thursday, January 24, 2013 at 10:30 AM at Ingram Funeral Home in Albion, IL. Burial will be in Graceland cemetery. Visitation will be Wednesday, January 23, 2013 from 4:00 – 7:00 PM at Ingram Funeral Home in Albion.

Memorials may be made to Mt. Carmel Church of Christ.

Online condolences may be left at www.ingramfh.net.

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January 25, 2013

Jory, Stacey and I feel blessed to have known Aunt Norma and are celebrating she is now catching up with family and friends in her new home. Vickie Schmidt

January 24, 2013

"My thoughts and prayers are with each of her family at this time".....
"God Bless"
LeAnn "Thread" Spruell

January 24, 2013

Tania Bare Haley

You all are in our prayers. I have many good memories of my sweet Aunt Norma! Love to you all!

January 22, 2013

Ruth Ann Martinez

A wonderful lady,always a smile and lots of laughter in all her conversations.Remember all the Stanley parties at my Moms ( Voncile Hering). Norma will be greatly missed. Thoughts and prayers to family.

January 22, 2013

Linda Ewing Holder

Sincerest sympathies to all ur family. Know she will be greatly missed. God bless all of you in your loss.

January 22, 2013

Linda Mullans(Brewer)

I was so sorry to hear of the loss of your loved one. I'm sending you a hug from afar.

January 21, 2013

Vivian Barber

Denise,
I am so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family members.

January 21, 2013

Dennis Seals

We are sorry for your loss. She was such a nice lady.

Dennis and Sandy Seals
Orangeburg, SC

January 21, 2013

Shirley LaMar

Sweet peace; home at last. Heaven is rejoicing!

January 21, 2013

Grover Burkett

I will remember Norma as a faithful supporter of Bone Gap School. She taught two of our girls piano lessons. She assisted the class at Bone Gap with a Stanley fund raiser. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Doty Family. Grover and Leota.

January 21, 2013

Beverly Webb

Our Hearts are sadden by the passing of such a truly wonderful person and friend. A beautiful, kind and loving person that loved her family and friends with so much energy. She was so devoted to Bob, her children and the grandchildren that she was so proud of. May God Bless You as you mourn her and hold comfort in knowing she is safe in Gods Loving Arms.

January 21, 2013

Truely heaven has gained a angel. Thoughts and prayers for you Uncle Bob and family. Love Kelly Schmidt

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