Nora was predeceased by her beloved husband Bob of 42 years (1998) and her dear friend and companion from Fairview, Merle Steckly. She was the loving mother of daughters Lori (Tony Salverda) and Susan (Barry Mackay). She was a special grandma to Sara and Mike Byma, David and Brittney Salverda, Josh and Erin Salverda, Erin and Nigel Taylor, Bethany and Steve Metzger, and Leah and Jeremy Emberley. Nora was a proud great-grandmother to Mikaela, Carly, Jake, Joseph, Cherith, Peter, Abigail, Ellis, Levi, Gaby, Khamryn, Emerson, Isaac, Eli, and Noah. She loved her family and felt very blessed to be an active part of their lives.
Nora was predeceased by brothers Layton, John, Lloyd, and Elton, and sisters, Eileen and Alice as well as her many special in-laws. She is survived by her sister Martha Schaus.
Nora was an active member of First United Church for over 60 years. Music was her joy and a very important part of her life. She sang in many choirs and trios through the years. She also enjoyed playing in the Fairview Mennonite Home Harmonica band.
The family and friends of Nora are invited to celebrate her life at Fairview Mennonite Home’s Auditorium on Saturday, January 25, 2020 at 2:00 pm.
The family would also like to give a special thank you to the staff and caregivers at Fairview Mennonite Home, LHIN, Lisaard House, and Dr. Holling for their compassionate loving care.
As an expression of sympathy, donations can be made to Lisaard House, the Mennonite Central Committee, Fairview Mennonite Home, or a charity of your choice.
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