Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
Jane Norman Obituary
Born: October 4, 1931 in Pittsburgh, PA
Died: December 11, 2024 in Naperville , IL
Jane F. Norman, beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on December 11, 2024, at the age of 93. Born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, to Stella Rese Feick and Franklin "Dutch" Feick, Jane's life was defined by curiosity, adventure, and dedication.
After graduating from Ohio Wesleyan University in 1953, Jane applied to become the Recreational Director for the U.S. Army base in Schwabisch Hall, Germany, where she was stationed from 1955 to 1957. During her time there, she met Donald Norman, who was serving as a photographer with the U.S. Army. The couple married in 1958 and settled in Riverside, Illinois, where they raised their children, Lisa and Bob.
Jane's time in Germany sparked a lifelong love of travel, which she commemorated with magnets that adorned her refrigerator, each a memory of the places she explored. In Riverside, Jane found joy in friendships, family, bridge games, needlework, crossword puzzles, bike rides, and tennis.
A deeply responsible and efficient person, Jane excelled in her professional and community roles. She served as the bookkeeper for Sundstrom Insurance, the Riverside Village Clerk, and a local Election Judge. She also held leadership roles in the PTA, Lone Tree Girl Scout Council, West Suburban Junior Women's Club, and the Riverside Garden Club, leaving a lasting impact on her community.
In 2012, Jane moved to Monarch Landing in Naperville, Illinois, where she formed new friendships while keeping her old ones. She embraced life with her characteristic energy and curiosity, taking cruises, enjoying competitive bridge, dining with friends, and sharing recipes and suggestions with the food service staff.
Jane was preceded in death by her husband, Don, in 1999. She is survived by her children, Lisa (Dan) Hendrickson and Bob (Kathie) Norman; and her grandchildren, Samantha and Matthew Norman.
A Celebration of Life will be held at Monarch Landing on Saturday, February 8th at 11 am. Donations may be made in Jane's honor to Feeding America.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Jane Norman
0 Entries
Be the first to post a memory or condolences.
Make a Donation
in Jane Norman's name
Memorial Events
for Jane Norman
How to support Jane's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Jane Norman's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
