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RIP Miss Norma

This morning my intercom rang and I answered it I heard the police talking in the background but nobody responded when I said hello!  So I hung up. I thought that’s strange I then looked out the window and noticed a police cruiser and ambulance in front of the building. It wasn’t until later in the day I received confirmation tenant Miss Norma has passed away.  Just yesterday she opened the front door for me after I went shopping and she looked ok. Goes to show when our time comes there is no warning.
I have fond memories of Miss Norma she was a fellow tenant but only an acquaintance we never hung out together.  Once in a while we would chit chat if we met in front of the building. When I first moved to KMHC she made me feel welcome and warned me to avoid the bitches (gossipers and backstabbers). I use to see her often sitting outside the front entrance then after she had her last surgery I’d rarely see her.
Miss Norma & I had conversations about this place she was content living here, no complaints.
At this time the KMHC office hasn’t made any announcement of Miss Norma’s passing posted on the bulletin boards. If there’s a gathering in remembrance of Miss Norma in the community room I will be sure to attend.  Tonight there will be no Christmas light display from my windows due to the passing of a wonderful woman.
I’m not a religious person but for those who are, say a prayer for Miss Norma that she's in another place free of pain and suffering.

Tk


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Tony King said…
I see and talk to Norma's daughter Cathy often, a few weeks ago she mentioned the family will be visiting Norma's resting place. I remember a few years ago Norma gave me her nice Christmas decorations which I still have today. RIP Miss Norma.
December 19, 2014 at 3:19:00 PM EST
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