1949
2017
Babydoll, Old Lady, Mom, Momma, Oma, Norma Gene, and Aunt Norma were just some of the names her family and friends referred to her as.
Norma Gene Christy Wahl went to be with the Lord on August 10, 2017. Norma was born to Norman Ray and Regena Owen Christy on November 10, 1949 in Las Vegas, Nevada. She is preceded in death by her parents; sister, Linda Donahue and sister-in-law, Karen Byrum. Norma married Ray Joy Wahl on May 6th, 1967. They recently celebrated 50 amazing years of marriage. They have four children; Ray Joy George Wahl Jr. and wife Kim, DeAnna Lynn Marie Wahl and partner Cheryl Harwood, Monica Sue Flores and husband Joe, Brad Alan Wahl and wife Bebbi. She has sixteen grandchildren; Jodie Leigh Ann Toepperwein, Alyssa Patrice Flores, Tifny Brooke Funderburg and wife Andrea, Shawn Karl Toepperwein, Dakota Christian Harding, Brytni Nikole Wahl, Emily Brianna Hodgkins and Tim Soliz, Brian Matthew Wahl, Kassidi Alyse Wahl, Ethan Zachary Flores, Summer Lynn Flores, Reagan Leigh Herrera, Donnie Jeremy Wahl, Genesis Sloane Greathouse, Regina Marie Wahl, and Jethro Owen Wahl. She has six great-grandchildren; Jaden Scot Witty, Olivia Chastain Witty, Rylen Clay Heckman, Xavier James Soliz, Emmit Toepperwein, and Peyton Rylie Beeman. Also survived by her sister-in-law, Verna Mae Bierstedt and husband O'Brien; niece, Kathy Hewell and husband Al. She is survived by two sisters and three brothers; Mr. and Mrs. Roy and Clara Brandi, Mr. and Mrs. Frank and Sharon Baselice, Mr. and Mrs. Raymond and Carol Byrum, Ronnie Byrum, Mr. and Mrs. Guy and Jan Laine; and sixteen nieces and nephews who loved her so. Norma was a devoted employee at Motorola, now called Continental, for 44 years. She enjoyed spending time away from work with her loving husband, children and grandchildren. A visitation will begin Monday, August 14, 2017 from 5:00pm to 9:00 pm at Goetz Funeral Home. A Chapel Service will be held Tuesday, August 15, 2017 at 2:00 pm at Goetz Funeral Home with an internment to follow at San Geronimo Cemetery. Arrangements are entrusted to Goetz Funeral Home.
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August 29, 2017
Roy Castillo
My condolences to Ray and the Wahl Family. Met Ray's family years ago when meeting friends at Mrs. Walh's place next to SMI. Ray and his Family have always been great down to earth people.
August 20, 2017
Frances Perez
Sending our condolences & will always remember the great memories.
August 15, 2017
Kathy and Robert Hatfield
I met Norma at Motorola. We were friends ever since! Norma was special in my life and my families life. No matter how tough life got Norma always had a smile and said we would get through it; and of course we did. Friend I will miss you and my prayers go to the family. May God keep you in his hands. Kathy (Sissy) and Robert Hatfield
August 15, 2017
Angelica Knowlton
Deanna, so sorry for your loss. Norma will be greatly missed here at Continental. I will be praying for you and all your family.
August 15, 2017
David Spagnola
Norma touched the lives all those she worked with, not only those in the Seguin area but also many from the past Motorola in Chicago and Detroit and those now in Continental here in Auburn Hills. I have known and woked with her for the past 18 years. She was a wonderful lady, always helpful, always supportive and always fun to joke with which brought a smile to our faces. She wil be greatly missed.
August 15, 2017
Lela Bonds
DeAnna & Family,
Praying for you all during this difficult time. Norma was a really sweet person and great co-worker. May God Bless you all.
August 15, 2017
Vicki Bruemmer-Rugeley
My Deepest Sympathies to The Wahl Family! I have so many memories of your Mom and her sweet smile and laugh. It was contagious to all of those who were around here.
August 15, 2017
Peggy Clingingsmith
Thank you beloved friend for many great memories!
Peggy Clingingsmith
August 14, 2017
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Annette Scholwinski
My deepest condolences to the Whal family. I met Norma shortly after I started at Motorola. She was the sweetest person I've met there. I will miss her dearly. My prayers are for all of her family that God comfort you in this time of sorrow.
Annette Scholwinski
August 14, 2017
Eliza Bellesen
Rest in peace Norma. I have many fond memories of working with Norma at Motorola. I will be praying for Ray and her family at this difficult time. May God give you strength to carry on for Norma.
August 14, 2017
Annie Mae Ebert
So sorry to hear of the passing of Norma. Keeping all of the family in my thoughts and prayers. May God give you strength at this time.
August 14, 2017
Cindy Alford
Norma was a kind,gentle,wonderful lady full of energy and spirit. I got the privilege, like lots of us here at Continental, to work with her. I knew I could always go to her for help and she was always there for us. She was such a wonderful lady who is already missed by all. My heartfelt condolences and prayers to the family.
August 14, 2017
Kenneth Bode
Norma will be missed. My condolences to Ray Joy and family. I fondly remember all the good times at Edna's.
August 14, 2017
Rick Nagelmueller
May God Bless the entire Wahl family.. I worked with Norma for 44 years with Motorola and then Continental. When I think of my friend Norma, I go back to the old western days and I think of a tuff lady driving a horse and wagon through the plains with a Henry 44 Rifle perched between her legs.. Spanking that team of horses with a long whip as she travels through the plains to her destination. She was a tuff bird, she was a kind lady, she was a true friend that cared about her friends and truly loved her family.. They don't make better people than the entire Wahl clan.. Norma, I will miss you but know you were greeted at the gates of Heaven by a huge crowd of your friends and they were all Happy to see you again and welcomed you in.. You have arrived at the destination we all hope to one day be... I won't say good bye.. I'll say save us a chair, we will see you again some day down the road... Until then Happy Trails my Friend..
Your Friend;
Rick Nagelmueller
August 14, 2017
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Annet Ander Riley
August 13, 2017
donna lindenberg
I am so sorry for your loss. I absolutely loved working with Norma at Motorola and hearing her stories. May God wrap you all in His arms during this difficult time.
August 13, 2017
Sylvia Martinez
My CONDOLENCES goes out to Norma's FAMILY during this difficult time.HONORED to have been able to meet and work with NORMA since our MOTOROLA DAYS,That SMILE of hers will be greatly missed.
August 12, 2017
Brenda Fetty
My sincere condolences to Norma's family. I Knew Norma when our dads were stationed in Japan. She was one of my best friends. I just wish we could have reconnected sooner. Such a sweet gal, I remember! She would have remembered me as Brenda Duch.
August 12, 2017
Bobby Dreibrodt
My thoughts and prayers are with you Ray and the whole family. She was a wonderful woman. And will be greatly missed.
August 12, 2017
Arnold & Verlyn Schulze
Our deepest condolences on your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
August 12, 2017
Gil Assis
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
August 12, 2017
Armenta Thick
We have another angel in heaven to watch over us now. I loved our talks and will forever miss listening to her advise that was always followed up with a smile.
August 12, 2017
Michelle Gonyer
Ray and family, we are so sorry for your loss ... There are no words... but WE sure have beautiful memories. ALL the time spent together, all the fun, laughter, meals,games,and sports road trips ! Norma you will be missed May God wrap His arms around you all and give you strength....
August 12, 2017
Saul Pacheco
We send our condolences and our thoughts and prayers go out to the Wahl family. Norma will be missed by all.
Suheyla and Saul Pacheco
August 12, 2017
Joe Patterson Sr.
Norma will be my Dear Friend forever. Love; Joe L. Patterson Sr. And Family.
August 12, 2017
Tracy-lou Lovelace
Condolences to all Mrs. Wahls family and friends. May all the memories y'all have shared together be cherished, and bring lots of cpmfort during this difficult time. Our sincerest sympathy to all. Tracy-Lou Lovelace, Norman Funderburg and Schatzy Johnson
August 11, 2017
Laurie Garrett
So sorry for your loss.
August 11, 2017
Saul Pacheco
To the Wahl family, our thoughts and prayers go out to you all. I worked with Norma and she was such a wonderful person to work with. She always was open and honest and spoke with her heart. May she Rest In Heaven. God Bless you all as she will be missed by all.
August 11, 2017
Our sincere sympathy at this very difficult time. Prayers.
Stephen, Shirley, and David Germann
August 11, 2017
NORMA WILL BE GREATLY MISSED BY ALL THAT KNEW HER SHE NEVER MEET A STRANGER AND WOULD GIVE THE SHIRT OFF HER BACK IF YOU NEEDED IT.HEAVEN GAINED AN ANGEL LOVE RABBIT AND LINDA
August 11, 2017
Rose Asencion
My condolences to Norma Wahl family. May she REST IN PEACE. She will be miss. ROSE ASENCION
August 11, 2017
Janice Rudeloff
My condolences go out to the family. My thoughts and prayers will be with you.
August 11, 2017
Butch & Cissie Warncke
Ray Joy and family, we were so sad to hear of Norma's passing yesterday. She was a fun person and we always enjoyed being with you and your family. May God grant you His peace.
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