Norma Padrta, age 95, passed away on January 9, 2026. Loving wife of the late Frank Padrta; Beloved mother of Steven (Marisa) and James Padrta; Cherished sister of Gerald (Mary) Helfers and Vivian (the late George) Eberly; Dear aunt, cousin, and friend to many. She was preceded in death by her parents, Walter and Natalie Helfers. Norma was many things but will always be remembered as a small woman with a big heart. Visitation will be from 3-8 PM on Thursday, January 22, at Chapel Hill Gardens West Funeral Home, 17w201 Roosevelt Rd, Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181. Funeral Prayer Service for Norma will be at 12 PM on Friday, January 23, also at Chapel Hill Gardens West Funeral Home. Interment to follow at Chapel Hill Gardens West Cemetery.
