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Norma Padgett Obituary
Norma Rose Padgett (nee Thornton) age 99 3/4, went home to her Heavenly Father on July 1, 2022. Beloved wife to the love of her life, the late Robert Babin Padgett. She was the proud mother of Mark (Jayne) Handley, Melissa (James) Turner, Sheryl (Edward Steffes) Handley, Scott (Michele) Handley, stepmother to Pamela (Jeffery) Higgins and Rob (Debbie) Padgett. Nana found great joy in her 10 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents Melville and Mary "Beatrice" Thornton, sisters Marion (Thornton) Ives and Beatrice "Betty" (Adford) McDaniel and brother Reverend Melville Thornton.
She was a longtime, active member of Notre Dame Parish and owner of Willis Jewelers in Clarendon Hills. Among other things, she will be remembered for her stylish outfits and coordinated accessories.
Norma's family would like to thank her long-time caregivers Maria de la Luz Vasquez and Julie Nordeen for their care and gift of dignity in Norma's waning years.
Arrangements by Toon Funeral Home, Downers Grove, IL 630-968-0408 or www.toonfuneralhome.com.
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Konrad Miskowicz-Retz
July 27, 2022
Dear Padgett Family:
The Knights of Columbus St. John Council 3738 (Westmont, IL) express their deepest sympathy on the passage of Norma into eternal life. The Council will include her in its prayers for repose of the soul. God's peace be with you,
Ray Wachowski, Grand Knight
Knights of Columbus
St. John Council 3738
25 N. Cass Ave.
Westmont, IL 60559
Cathy Feely Price
July 15, 2022
I worked for your mom and Bob for eight years. She was the best teacher. We had fun, we laughed a lot and worked hard. She was a very generous person. I remember how much your mom and Bob loved to be in the pool in the summer. And yes you said it, she was stylish and her jewelry matched her outfits, lol nobody else could do that! I am sorry for your loss but I am know that her faith was strong. She was kind, and generous, and I will always remember her as person who had a positive impact on my life as a young person. RIP Norma and thank you.
Casey Lyszczarczyk
July 11, 2022
Sheryl, so sorry to hear about your loss. I recall many instances when you stayed on top of here doctor's appointments and made sure she always had the best of care. I hope you and your family find peace and comfort and are able to reflect on what a wonderful and full life your mom had.
Laura Crisp
July 9, 2022
Sheryl - so terribly sorry for the loss of your mother. I wish you and your family peace and comfort during this trying time.
Karen Vetrovec
July 7, 2022
Norma really was a good knitter .Made many beautiful shawls up until about 2016 when she was about age 92. We then wanted to help her( she was mostly at home then) . She persisted as best as she could. Have signed her name to the cards (to this day), with blessed comfort shawls going to the needy.
Bless you for also helping her, and during this difficult time.
Ellen and Joe Quarrato
July 6, 2022
We are sending our deepest sympathies on the loss of your Mom.
From the Staff of Toon Funeral Home
July 15, 2022
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