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Norah Ball
12/02/1938 — 05/02/2004
From Kennewick, WA, US | Born in Grimsby, England
Norah Ball
Norah Ball, 65, of Kennewick, passed away on May 2, 2004 at Kadlec Medical Center. She was born December 2, 1938 in Grimbsy, England to Charles and Norah Waite. Norah lived in the Tri-City area for 18 years and spent her time here as a homemaker.
She was a wonderful wife to John and mother to her five children. She had a love for the outdoors, which included the beach, camping and gardening. Norah enjoyed spending time with animals including her beloved Muffy and Tuffy.
Norah was a kindhearted spirit who would gladly help anyone in need. She was loved by all of those she touched and will be greatly missed and never forgotten.
She is survived by her husband John H., daughter Sally Strauss of Kennewick, sons, John of Olympia, Bruce of Centerville, WA, Bob of Kennewick, and Tom of Pasco. She also leaves behind 6 grandchildren Stephanie, Jenelle, Justin, Jason, Zachary, and Spencer and 7 sisters and 1 brother from Great Britain.
Norah was preceded in death by her father and mother Charles and Norah Waite.
Her family and friends will hold a celebration of Norahs life at a later date.
In lieu of flowers donations may be sent to the Humane Society, 8620 W. Gage, Kennewick, WA 99336 in honor of her beloved boys Muffy and Tuffy.
She was a wonderful, full of life lady. I am grateful for the chance I had to meet her and I know her legacy lives on through her children. My thoughts are with you.
“Notes from the Other Side” a poem by Jane Kenyon, taken by cancer.
I divested myself of despair
And fear when I came here.
Now there is no more catching
One’s own eye in the mirror,
There are no bad books, no plastic,
no insurance premiums, and of course
no illness. Contrition
does not exist, nor gnashing
of teeth. No one howls as the first
clod of earth hits the casket.
The poor we no longer have with us.
Our calm hearts strike only the hour.
And God, as promised, proves
To be mercy clothed in light.
Mom, I’m gonna miss you. You’ll always be my best friend. Sis
Due to a mixup,I was unable to attend the family gathering for Norah. I was under the impression it was to be this coming weekend May 15. I wanted to be there to meet more of her family and to express to all, how sorry I am for your loss. I only met her once but was struck by her vitality, her wonderful sense of humor and her obvious love of life and for the family she shared it with. Her ready smile was a clear indicator of the kind of open, honest and loving woman she was.
I share your loss and will pray for each of you…I’m very sorry I didn’t get the chance to get to know her better!
The Udey family thoughts and prayers are with Nora’s family. Wishing you all great strength in your loss and wonderful lasting memories of her life on earth. Nora was a delight to the Udey family each time we were near her. Nora, we will cherish your memory always.
Someone sent this to me when my mother died and it helped with the pain and understanding “In the loss of your mother, her life is your legacy, her love was her gift… and your memories of her are the comfort you’ll keep in your heart forever.”
Our thoughts are with you all.
Mom will always be an example of a servant, willing to make others lives better. I will miss homemade french fries and loud laughter. Most of all I just miss my mom for who she was. Luv Ya, JB
Norah always us made us feel welcome in her home. She always seemed like part of our family.. She had an incredible sense of humor, and a contageous laugh.Loved that laugh She was the only person I know of that could make home made noodles like she did.. She would keep you in stitches just telling stories about her,John and all the kids, and the crazy things they did growing up.. You sure are going to be missed Norah.. Debra
We miss you so much MOM! As we go on with out you it hurt’s so much. But, we were so blessed to have you as our Mom and friend. We will alway’s be thinking about you and we Love you dearly! Tom
I never got the chance to meet Nora, but I can tell that she was loved by all who meet her. Our thoughts and love is with all the family and friends.
Well mom you’ve been gone for 4 months now and I miss you more than ever.Listening to “Last Train to London” right now and sure brought back some good memories.I love you so much and this seems to be the only place I can express it. Maybe I think you’ll see this. I do know you Loved me lots too. Sis
Mom ,its been 6 months today that you left us,and I must say we miss you more than ever.I did finially figure out how you cut back the hostas in the front.Sure hope I did it like you used to. I love you mom and miss you terribly. Sis
Happy Birthday Mom, today is the big 66. We did thanksgiving and it turned out good.Not as good as your cooking of course,but it was good. I sure do miss you,now its time for Christmas shoppingI need some ideasCards have started coming from your family,and they sure do miss you also. I Love you mom Sis
Mom there isn’t a day go by that I don’t think about you. You were such a special person to alot of people. A wife, Mom, Friend, Your smile and sense of humor and having spent your whole life giving and not ever asking for anything in return.Yes the holidays are here and We will shed tears for you, but we know that your resting and you would not like to see us sad so we carry on and keep your love in our heart. I miss you mommy LOVE Bobby
She was a wonderful, full of life lady. I am grateful for the chance I had to meet her and I know her legacy lives on through her children. My thoughts are with you.
“Notes from the Other Side” a poem by Jane Kenyon, taken by cancer.
I divested myself of despair
And fear when I came here.
Now there is no more catching
One’s own eye in the mirror,
There are no bad books, no plastic,
no insurance premiums, and of course
no illness. Contrition
does not exist, nor gnashing
of teeth. No one howls as the first
clod of earth hits the casket.
The poor we no longer have with us.
Our calm hearts strike only the hour.
And God, as promised, proves
To be mercy clothed in light.
Mom, I’m gonna miss you. You’ll always be my best friend. Sis
Due to a mixup,I was unable to attend the family gathering for Norah. I was under the impression it was to be this coming weekend May 15. I wanted to be there to meet more of her family and to express to all, how sorry I am for your loss. I only met her once but was struck by her vitality, her wonderful sense of humor and her obvious love of life and for the family she shared it with. Her ready smile was a clear indicator of the kind of open, honest and loving woman she was.
I share your loss and will pray for each of you…I’m very sorry I didn’t get the chance to get to know her better!
The Udey family thoughts and prayers are with Nora’s family. Wishing you all great strength in your loss and wonderful lasting memories of her life on earth. Nora was a delight to the Udey family each time we were near her. Nora, we will cherish your memory always.
Someone sent this to me when my mother died and it helped with the pain and understanding “In the loss of your mother, her life is your legacy, her love was her gift… and your memories of her are the comfort you’ll keep in your heart forever.”
Our thoughts are with you all.
Mom will always be an example of a servant, willing to make others lives better. I will miss homemade french fries and loud laughter. Most of all I just miss my mom for who she was. Luv Ya, JB
Norah always us made us feel welcome in her home. She always seemed like part of our family.. She had an incredible sense of humor, and a contageous laugh.Loved that laugh She was the only person I know of that could make home made noodles like she did.. She would keep you in stitches just telling stories about her,John and all the kids, and the crazy things they did growing up.. You sure are going to be missed Norah.. Debra
We miss you so much MOM! As we go on with out you it hurt’s so much. But, we were so blessed to have you as our Mom and friend. We will alway’s be thinking about you and we Love you dearly! Tom
I never got the chance to meet Nora, but I can tell that she was loved by all who meet her. Our thoughts and love is with all the family and friends.
Well mom you’ve been gone for 4 months now and I miss you more than ever.Listening to “Last Train to London” right now and sure brought back some good memories.I love you so much and this seems to be the only place I can express it. Maybe I think you’ll see this. I do know you Loved me lots too. Sis
Mom ,its been 6 months today that you left us,and I must say we miss you more than ever.I did finially figure out how you cut back the hostas in the front.Sure hope I did it like you used to. I love you mom and miss you terribly. Sis
Happy Birthday Mom, today is the big 66. We did thanksgiving and it turned out good.Not as good as your cooking of course,but it was good. I sure do miss you,now its time for Christmas shoppingI need some ideasCards have started coming from your family,and they sure do miss you also. I Love you mom Sis
Mom there isn’t a day go by that I don’t think about you. You were such a special person to alot of people. A wife, Mom, Friend, Your smile and sense of humor and having spent your whole life giving and not ever asking for anything in return.Yes the holidays are here and We will shed tears for you, but we know that your resting and you would not like to see us sad so we carry on and keep your love in our heart. I miss you mommy LOVE Bobby
WITH MEMORIES OF A LOVELY SISTER & SISTER-IN LAW. WILL BE MUCH MISSED.
Happy B-Day MOM!!! We Love you!!
Well mom we made it thru the holidays.Sure was different without you there with us.We all miss you so much.I miss you terribly. I love you mom.
Well Mom been a year ago today that you left us. Will the pain ever go away.I miss you just as much today as a year ago. Love you, Sis
Hi mom, Been 3 years now and I still miss you more than ever. Love you Sissy
Mom people still talk about the way you took care of us and how you put other people before yourself. I still feel angry that you were taken away in your prime at 65 I miss you Mommy LOVE Bobby
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Norah Ball