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Norma Jean (Laurenzana) Clayton
November 22, 1931 ~ June 26, 2015 (age 83) 83 Years Old Light a Candle
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Message from Rosann (Hendee) Baehr
August 8, 2015 4:49 PM
I was in Colorado the last several days visiting with my brother Dennis Hendee and he showed me the obit on Norma . I don't know if you will remember me or my family, but I have many great memories of your family. We lived across the alley from Alex and Gretchen. I talked to my brother Bob and also told him of Norma. Our love and prayers to you all... Sincerely Rosann (Hendee) Baehr
Message from Jill Baldauf
July 9, 2015 8:42 PM
As some people journey through life they leave footprints wherever they go.
Footprints of kindness, courage, compassion, humor inspiration, joy and faith. Even when they are gone we can still look back and clearly see the trail they left behind. A trail bright with hope that invites us to follow.
Mier, I’m going to miss you so very much! You were a beautiful woman inside and out, a second mom to me…. and as I grew older….. my inspiration, my encouragement, my friend, my role model.
Kari and I have known each other since 2nd grade. We were best friends. When our moms would go to parent teacher conferences at Centennial elementary, they were always told they had to separate us,,,, it never happened, we were inseparable. And when our moms couldn’t find us, they called each other looking for us and eventually the scariest words we could ever hear would somehow make it back to us…. “Your mom is looking for you!”.
You included me on your family vacations to lake Powell, ski trips to winter park, and nights and weekends at Johnson lake water skiing. You always had wonderful, delicious food and always made sure we had plenty to eat. I love those memories
One on my best memories was one of our adventurous trips to lake Powell. The family piled into the camper pulling the boat.. By the time the trip was over, we were tired, cranky and everyone’s skin was lobster red due to the massive amounts of applied baby oil. I can still see her like it was yesterday, laying on a black inner tube in the middle of the lake telling Kari and I…. “I don’t think I’m getting any sun!” We laughed about that for years.
You have a generous hand, your generosity and your willingness to help others was seen over and over again in the lives you continued to change. Giving people a place to sleep at night, giving them a job when they were ready to give up. Creating opportunities for them to succeed. It gave you joy to help others and the people you helped never forgot
For me, it was a loan to help me buy my condo before I sold my house so I didn’t have to disrupt the boys. Inviting Adrien over to help you with your computer.
You have a servant’s spirit. We all get where we are by the help of others. You were an excellent example of this. The most important lessons in life are not verbal; you emulated this by your actions. When I lost my mom in 2007 to pancreatic cancer you and Parp met me at my front door with a crock pot of meatballs and buns. You taught me how to make Eggplant Parmesan, how to properly cook pasta. I love those memories
Your love was sincere, real and unconditional. You were caring thoughtful compassionate and loving. You always worked hard, and you were there when I needed you. I would call you when I needed encouragement. You always told me what a good job I was doing when I felt the world was falling down around me.
Your words of wisdom had power. You were the most business savvy person I knew, next to my dad. I remember when kari and I would come home from school…heading straight for the kitchen, we would see you in your office, with your light on with your head in the books studying, working, investing. It wasn’t until later in my life when I needed to make a career change that you inspired me to get my real estate license. I was so excited to call you and tell you and Kari I passed my exam. We went to the real estate investing seminars together and talked about what was going on in the market. It was exciting! I just remember thinking…wow! I can’t believe all the wisdom you have! You shared with me the story of how your father gave you a loan to buy your first investment property. And now, many decades later, you will always be remembered leaving behind an unforgettable legacy.
Footprints of kindness, courage, compassion, humor, inspiration, joy and faith. Even when you are gone I can still look back and clearly see the trail you left behind. A trail bright with hope that invites me to follow.
2 Corinthians 4:16-18
( from Jesus Calling June 26, 2015)
Thank you Lord for the time I had with you and I look forward to spending eternity with you! I love you, I will miss you so very much.!
Footprints of kindness, courage, compassion, humor inspiration, joy and faith. Even when they are gone we can still look back and clearly see the trail they left behind. A trail bright with hope that invites us to follow.
Mier, I’m going to miss you so very much! You were a beautiful woman inside and out, a second mom to me…. and as I grew older….. my inspiration, my encouragement, my friend, my role model.
Kari and I have known each other since 2nd grade. We were best friends. When our moms would go to parent teacher conferences at Centennial elementary, they were always told they had to separate us,,,, it never happened, we were inseparable. And when our moms couldn’t find us, they called each other looking for us and eventually the scariest words we could ever hear would somehow make it back to us…. “Your mom is looking for you!”.
You included me on your family vacations to lake Powell, ski trips to winter park, and nights and weekends at Johnson lake water skiing. You always had wonderful, delicious food and always made sure we had plenty to eat. I love those memories
One on my best memories was one of our adventurous trips to lake Powell. The family piled into the camper pulling the boat.. By the time the trip was over, we were tired, cranky and everyone’s skin was lobster red due to the massive amounts of applied baby oil. I can still see her like it was yesterday, laying on a black inner tube in the middle of the lake telling Kari and I…. “I don’t think I’m getting any sun!” We laughed about that for years.
You have a generous hand, your generosity and your willingness to help others was seen over and over again in the lives you continued to change. Giving people a place to sleep at night, giving them a job when they were ready to give up. Creating opportunities for them to succeed. It gave you joy to help others and the people you helped never forgot
For me, it was a loan to help me buy my condo before I sold my house so I didn’t have to disrupt the boys. Inviting Adrien over to help you with your computer.
You have a servant’s spirit. We all get where we are by the help of others. You were an excellent example of this. The most important lessons in life are not verbal; you emulated this by your actions. When I lost my mom in 2007 to pancreatic cancer you and Parp met me at my front door with a crock pot of meatballs and buns. You taught me how to make Eggplant Parmesan, how to properly cook pasta. I love those memories
Your love was sincere, real and unconditional. You were caring thoughtful compassionate and loving. You always worked hard, and you were there when I needed you. I would call you when I needed encouragement. You always told me what a good job I was doing when I felt the world was falling down around me.
Your words of wisdom had power. You were the most business savvy person I knew, next to my dad. I remember when kari and I would come home from school…heading straight for the kitchen, we would see you in your office, with your light on with your head in the books studying, working, investing. It wasn’t until later in my life when I needed to make a career change that you inspired me to get my real estate license. I was so excited to call you and tell you and Kari I passed my exam. We went to the real estate investing seminars together and talked about what was going on in the market. It was exciting! I just remember thinking…wow! I can’t believe all the wisdom you have! You shared with me the story of how your father gave you a loan to buy your first investment property. And now, many decades later, you will always be remembered leaving behind an unforgettable legacy.
Footprints of kindness, courage, compassion, humor, inspiration, joy and faith. Even when you are gone I can still look back and clearly see the trail you left behind. A trail bright with hope that invites me to follow.
2 Corinthians 4:16-18
( from Jesus Calling June 26, 2015)
Thank you Lord for the time I had with you and I look forward to spending eternity with you! I love you, I will miss you so very much.!
Message from Joan Rebhan
July 8, 2015 7:29 AM
Norma Jean
Even while working for you, you always made me feel more like a friend. You taught me much about kindness, patience and generosity.
I will miss your wonderful stories of your past, your words of wisdom, your flowing laughter, your beautiful smile. It was a privilege to know you and a privilege to work for you. Thank you for your generous spirit and amazing delicious cooking. I will carry you in my heart.
You will be greatly missed by all the family, friends and people you touched. Rest well my friend after an amazing life lived.
Even while working for you, you always made me feel more like a friend. You taught me much about kindness, patience and generosity.
I will miss your wonderful stories of your past, your words of wisdom, your flowing laughter, your beautiful smile. It was a privilege to know you and a privilege to work for you. Thank you for your generous spirit and amazing delicious cooking. I will carry you in my heart.
You will be greatly missed by all the family, friends and people you touched. Rest well my friend after an amazing life lived.
A candle was lit by Joan Rebhan
on July 8, 2015 7:27 AM
Message from Bobbye Croell
July 7, 2015 10:37 AM
Norma Jean,
There is not an hour that goes by that I do not think of you and all that you mean to those that knew you. You were a gift to this world and the love you showed, your acts of kindness, the shoulder you gave to cry on, the laughter, the long conversations, your beautiful, loving smile will never be forgotten. You will live in our hearts forever and our love for you will last through eternity!
There is not an hour that goes by that I do not think of you and all that you mean to those that knew you. You were a gift to this world and the love you showed, your acts of kindness, the shoulder you gave to cry on, the laughter, the long conversations, your beautiful, loving smile will never be forgotten. You will live in our hearts forever and our love for you will last through eternity!
A candle was lit by Bobbye Croell
on July 7, 2015 10:32 AM
Message from Jill Brashear
July 2, 2015 6:57 AM
Thinking of you all today and our long and rich history of growing up together and many family dinners hosted by Norma and Glenn. Fond memories of comfort and love and the time to relish each occasion. I feel so fortunate to have those memories that have shaped my life in strong but subtle ways. You will be missed Norma, but I think you will get to be with my Mom, Jackie again. Love 🌹
A candle was lit by Jill Brashear with my Mom Jackie
on July 2, 2015 6:40 AM
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