Norma Pressman Hirsch

Norma lived a full and meaningful life centered on family, friendship, gardening, cooking, and community. She was a loving wife, devoted mother, proud grandmother and great-grandmother, and a cherished friend. She will be remembered for her warmth, generosity, curiosity, and love of life's simple pleasures.

Norma is survived by her son, Jeffrey Pressman, and his wife, Nancy; and their children, Mindy and Shelly and her husband, Dan Himes.

She is also survived by her stepsons and their families: David Hirsch and his wife, Ann; David's son, Jacob, and his wife, Jess, and their children, Ezra and Eliana; Steve Hirsch and his wife, Peg, their daughter, Dana, and her son, Nate, and his wife, Claire, as well as their son, AJ, and his wife, Jess, and their son, Ozzy; and Larry Hirsch and his wife, Dale, their children, Erin and her husband, Chris, and Larry, as well as Dale's son, Bryan.

Other surviving family members include her first cousin, Richard Krauss; her nephew, Henry Kronenberg, and his wife, Gretchen; and her niece, Helen Rubel, and her husband, Mark Rubel.

Norma was preceded in death by her first husband of 30 years, Samuel Pressman, and her second husband of more than 40 years, Milton Hirsch.

Norma had a special passion for gardening. At her home in Gates Mills, Ohio, she planted more than 1,000 daffodils, creating a spectacular display each spring. She was an active member of several Cleveland and Shaker Heights garden clubs, where she shared her enthusiasm and knowledge with fellow gardeners.

She was also actively involved in the Shaker Heights Parent Teacher Association and took great pride in her community. Among the many things she cherished was the fact that Rabbi Abba Hillel Silver had been her rabbi.

A wonderful cook, Norma enjoyed preparing meals for her family and friends. She treasured her first edition of Julia Child's Mastering the Art of French Cooking, which reflected her appreciation for good food and the pleasure of bringing people together around the table.

Above all, Norma treasured her family. She was a loving wife and, in the words of her son, the best mother a son could have. Her family was the center of her life, and her love and devotion will remain a lasting legacy.

Norma's long life touched many people, and she will be remembered with deep affection by her family and all who had the pleasure of knowing her.

A graveside service will be held Sunday, November 15, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at Mayfield Cemetery in Cleveland Heights, Ohio.

Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of one's choice.