Norma Breheny
September 27, 2021
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Norma Breheny, 86, passed away September 27, 2021 at MercyOne Johnston Hospice Care.
Norma was born May 16, 1935 in Des Moines to John and Agatha (Sommers) Hitchcock. She graduated from St. Joseph Academy and while in High School she met the love of her life, Robert Breheny. The couple were married September 10, 1955.
Norma worked for the Des Moines Public School System as a lunch lady for many years as her children went through school. She found joy spending time with her family and serving her church. Norma especially enjoyed attending her children’s, grandchildren’s, and great grandchildren’s activities and events. She also traveled every chance she could, even if it was just to Monroe for the weekend with a visit to the Pella bakery. Norma also cherished her time lunching and spending time with her dear friends. She was a very active member of the Altar and Rosary Society and Adoration at Christ the King Parish for over 65 years. Everyone that knew her, loved her. She will be remembered for opening her heart and arms to anyone in need.
Norma is survived by her sons, Jeffery (Shirley) Breheny and Mark (Kathe) Breheny; daughters, Deb (Alan Jennings) Coulter and Jamie Ellis; grandchildren, Matthew (Cynthia) Breheny, Krista Breheny, Chad (Erin) Breheny, Katie (Aratio Fair) Coulter, Kerc Coulter, Ryan (Nicole) Ellis and Robbie Ellis; great-grandchildren, Emma, Olivia and Owen Breheny and Ryder, Rowan and River Ellis; sisters, Linda Carey and Judy (John) Replogle; sisters-in law, Evelyn Hitchcock and Pat Benedict; many nieces, nephews and extended family members.
She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Robert Breheny; brother, Jack Hitchcock; sister, Theresa Hitchcock; sons-in-law, K.C. Coulter and James Ellis; and her parents.
The family will greet friends Thursday, September 30, 2021 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with the Rosary prayed at 7:00 p.m. at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday, October 1, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. at Christ the King Catholic Church, 5711 SW 9th Street followed by burial at Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be directed to Christ the King Catholic Church or MercyOne Johnston Hospice Care in loving memory of Norma.
Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Ron and Karen Breeden
10/01/2021
Norma may be gone from our sight, but never from our hearts. Kathe, Mark and to the entire Breheny family you are in our thoughts and prayers for you to all be able to heal. Best person ever.
Teri Hitchcock
10/01/2021
Mark and kathe,Jeff and Shirley Debbie and Jamie I am sorry I can't be there . I am feeling the loss of aunt Norma.. My deepest condolences to you all! I pray today for the lives of those left behind. As their purpose on earth is still unfulfilled. Norma touched each of our lives in a unique way
Aunt Linda and ain't Judy I know the loss of your sister it must be devastating. My thoughts and prayers are with you!
Coleen Swisher
09/30/2021
Dear Jamie and family,
My heartfelt condolences to all of you. Your mother was a wonderful woman of faith and I was able to witness that thru her love of you and your family as well as at Christ the King. May eternal rest grant unto Norma Oh Lord, and may perpetual light shine upon her. May her soul and the souls of the faithfully departed thru the mercy of God..rest in peace. Amen
Sandy Williams
09/30/2021
I am so blessed to have gotten a hug from Norma just a couple of weeks ago. She was always a bright smile in the cafeteria at Meredith for all the years she worked there. You could tell her laugh and you heard it often! Prayers and thoughts are with all of you.
Dorothy Seamands
09/29/2021
I love our Washington neighbor, it was one of a kind, Norma was one of us She always show us the right way to do things, Taking care of her Mother, Linda and Judy she kind of became their Mom. She still took care of them even as Mrs Breheny . I can see her walking all dress up in heels, with her red hair all curled, go to the bus stop to go to work at the phone co. Such good memories I love her too, it was 51 years ago when she got the worsts news, yet she shows such strength that I have never forgot how much she trusted God with the problem, and you know God trusted her for another 51 years. We will all miss her smile, I will pray for her family and hope that they will remember the gifts that she gave us. .
Becky Dotts
09/29/2021
Mark and Kathe I always enjoyed our fence chats when your mom visited. She always seemed to have such an enjoyable visit. I pray for comfort and peace as you move forward without her. Miss you guys!
Becky
Beth Lankford
09/29/2021
Mark , Kathe and family of Norma....my heart is heavy and you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
I remember when she was our "lunch lady" always greeting us with her big smile. Then when Jim and I married years of laughing about the antics of Mark and Jim.
She always shared kind words of love and encouragement with open arms. May you all find strength in GODS love.
Hugs❤