Norma Ridout
February 25, 2014
Norma Jean Wilson Ridout, 73, passed away Tuesday, February 25, 2014. She was born August 5, 1940 in a farmhouse in Ringgold County Hospital in Iowa near Mt Ayr. She was the only child of Victor and Clarice Wilson.
She received her elementary education in a one room school house of which she was very proud. She went on to graduate with Mt Ayr High Class of 1958. After graduation, she attended Thompson’s Beauty School in Des Moines. She then went to work for and retiring from the Iowa Department of Human Services. On a Trailways bus stuck in the snow near Winterset, she met Glen Gary Ridout. They were married August 29, 1959. Norma was a wonderful cook and loved attending her kids and 4 grandkids activities.
Norma Jean enjoyed her neighborhood knitting group “The Edgewater Knitwits.” As well as spending time with the Copper Creek Bunco group and the lunch and coffee ladies. She cherished her membership in Does 25- Iowa where she was named Doe of the Year for 2013.
She is survived by her loving husband, Glen Gary of Pleasant Hill, IA; son, Daniel of West Des Moines, IA; daughter, Debra (Ron) O’Neal of Des Moines, IA; grandchildren, Nicholas and Jessica O’Neal, David and Dylan Ridout; great grandsons, Jonah O’Neal and Kaleb Blake O’Neal; step granddaughter, Jennifer O’Neal and her children, Jasmine, Jacob, Justice and Ciera; brother-in-laws, Richard (Sue) Ridout of Puerto Vallarta, MX; Robert Ridout of Des Moines, IA; and Douglas Ridout, (Sherry Berry) of Ankeny, IA.
Norma Jean asks you to celebrate her life since she had a good one.
Friends may visit with family from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, February 28, 2014 at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street in Des Moines. Funeral Services will be held, 11 a.m., Saturday, March 1, 2014 at the funeral home with burial to follow at Laurel Hill Cemetery.
Memorial Contributions may be made to the family in loving memory of Norma.
Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Marian Bennett Jennings
02/27/2014
My sympathy to the family. We sat together on the school bus, did overnights, and shared class reunions. She was always a ray of sunlight--as I know that you all know. Celebrate the memories and legacy!
Shelly Bergan and Shiree
02/27/2014
We are sorry for your loss. Ms Norma Jean will be missed by many!! Knowing Debbie since Jr. High I have been close with the Ridout family for many years and had the up-most respect for her parents and their relationship. They always found quality time for both their family and each other. Norma did have a good life, taking advantage of and making use of every moment she lived doing things that she loved and giving back for the blessings that were bestowed up her through her life. RIP Ms. Norma, and God bless your family.
Jan Walters
02/27/2014
I worked at DHS with Norma. I'm so sorry to hear of her passing. I really enjoyed working with her. Our prayers are with the family. God Bless.
Colleen Baker
02/27/2014
Norma has been part of our family all of my life. What a beautiful person. For many, many years she cut mom's hair for not much money. She is a Saint and we loved her very much. Although our loved ones leave us they will always stay in our heart and we will meet again some day. We love you guys and your family will always be considered part of ours.
Penny Seidenkranz
02/26/2014
Norma,
You will surely be missed because you have always been the anchor of the wonderful family you created. My heart breaks for those you leave behind but I also celebrate your release from your pain and suffering. I hope your family will always cherish the time they were blessed to share your life because you did have a wonderful life. The legacy you created will carry on through time. Until we meet again.
your only grandaughter
02/26/2014
Gram the perfect perfect loving most amazing lady I've ever known .... I miss you so much already.... u are so strong grandma I will keep my promise you will see..... love u to the moon!!!! ???????????
Steven & Diane Holcomb
02/26/2014
We are deeply saddened to hear of the death of our dear friend, Norma. We would like to extend our sincerest condolences to Gary and the family. I recall many fond and fun memories with Norma, her smile and the love and joy of she had for her family. May He who knows your sorrow bring peace, comfort, and healing to your soul. May her soul rest in perfect peace.
Shelly Givan
02/26/2014
Deb,
My condolences to you and your family at the passing of your Mother. May your memories comfort you in time of loss.
Bob & Sue Vignovich
02/26/2014
Norma we will miss you so much. I will never forget that beautiful smile. You will always be with us at every meeting and every event. May God hold his arms around Glen and your family. God Bless
Jack & Inga Benshoof
02/26/2014
You will be missed by many, but never forgotten. Our prayers to Glen and family.
JoAnn Herrmann
02/25/2014
Norma was an amazing lady and I am better just for having known her. My thoughts and prayers to Glen and family. Love and miss you Norma.Blessed be God.