Norma Kendall Cardwell Irwin: December 22, 1939- November 27, 2022. NK was a passionate educator, even long after retirement. NK worked tirelessly with YRSEA to ensure the best treatment for retirees. Her other passion was quilting and making baby blankets for Project Linus. NK is survived by her three children: Greta (Bruce), Grant (Connie), Gina, and her 11 grandchildren: Clint (Mandy), Courtney (Scott), Lexi (Le), Alan (proceeded her in death), Adrian, Shiann (Colter), Jesse, Karine, Kendall, John, and Domonique. NK was also the great grandmother to: Bayleigh, Hollidae, Carder, Zane, Ryann, Kora, and was anxiously waiting for first meeting with Sheridan. NK was also the proud Great-Great grandmother to Sebastian and Skylar. In lieu of flowers, NK would be pleased if you chose to donate to either: El Paso Chapter of Project Linus (https://elpasoprojectlinus.webs.com/) OR Patsy & Allen Reaves Scholarship (c/o Nancy Evans 3200 Tyrone Rd. El Paso, 79925). Memorial services will be held Saturday December 3, starting 11am at Vista Ysleta UMC, where she was a faithful member. The family has asked that all those in attendance wear NK's signature color: PURPLE. "Once an Indian, always an Indian" C/O 57.
