Ms Norma Symonds

Dear Norma had always been a supporter of our Baha’i events and interfaith activities. “Cause her,O Lord, to be overshadowed by the clouds of Thy bounty and favour,immerse her in the ocean of Thy forgiveness and pardon, and enable her to enter that sanctified abode, Thy heavenly Paradise. Thou art verily,the Mighty,the Compassionate,the Generous, the Merciful.” Baha’i prayer From the Baha’i community of Bishop’s Stortford

. Ai Woon Paramasivan

Dear Norma had always been a supporter of our Baha’i events and interfaith activities. “ Cause her,O Lord, to be overshadowed by the clouds of Thy bounty and favour,immerse her in the ocean of Thy forgiveness and pardon,and enable her to enter that sanctified abode, Thy heavenly Paradise. Thou art,verily,the Mighty,the Compassionate,the Generous,the Merciful “ Baha’i prayer From the Baha’i community of Bishop’s Stortford

Mrs Ai Woon Paramasivan

Norma you were a Superstar and we will never see the like of you again. My thoughts are with your family and friends at this very sad time.

Mrs Terrie Archer

You had so much compassion for people in difficult circumstances and yet despite the awful conditions people found themselves in throughout East Herts and Harlow, you still were able to heartily laugh with others when the situation was entirely appropriate. Not everyone can do that. You will genuinely be missed.

Mr & Mrs Jonathan Kaye

You were a true friend to my late disabled wife Valerie. I’ll never forget you.

Mr Brian Farley

Thank you Norma for everything you have done for the people of Bishop’s Stortford, you have been the hands and feet of Jesus. This bible reading describes you, Norma. 2 Timothy 4 v 7 to 8. ‘’ I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. From now on there is reserved for me the crown of righteousness, which The Lord, the righteous judge will give me on that day, and not only to me but also to all who have longed for His appearing. ‘’ May you Rest In Peace.

Dr Alison Jordan

Dear Norma, the 🐻 family will never forget you, thank you xx

Ms Lorraine Thompson

We have known you in many guises Norma but always showing your generous and kind nature, always helping others despite your own problems. You will be very much missed in Bishop's Stortford. Gwenda Deal and Derek Crowther

Mrs Gwenda Deal

Norma's contribution to improving the lives of people around her was immeasurable. As the police stopped traffic for the piper to progress from Holy Trinity someone asked me what was happening. When I told them, the light in their eyes told me...they had been one of those. We were both too emotional to continue.

Mrs Rita Eustace

Norma, thank you for all your knowledge and help for those in need who had no where to turn. We will miss you. Jan Richardson

Mrs Jan Richardson

RIP Norma, you will be sadly missed.

Mrs Sheila Ballisat

Norma you are dearly missed. I love you so much. You touched so many hearts. You will always be remembered, loved and missed by SO many. A truly incredible lady. I'm so grateful for having known you. We love you Norma. Miss you and love you so much, 💗 Always & forever, Frankee and Freddy xx

Ms Francesca Fox

Norma’s compassion will be greatly missed.

Mrs Miriam Swainston

dear norma we will miss so much after being our neighbour for so many years first at elizebeth road then at firlands.always had a cheery smile and a caring word. love tina, laura,shane,tash and also viv,micky rest in peace sweet lady xxx

Mrs tina naisbett

Always loved her for her selfless devotion to her family and others. Sat next to her in church after she broke her ankle on the Friday (which was now in plaster for 6 weeks) when God healed her on the Sunday during worship. Alleluia. Great character, great friend.

Mr & Mrs Paul Sally Senior

Remembering an amazing woman who worked out her faith in God. Lina and John

Mr Michael Loadman

What an amazing lady Her care for people is second to none and she never hid her strong Christian faith which was her motivation in life I will miss her at home group God bless you Norma

Mrs Suzanne Knight

Norma is one of the. Kindest people I've ever met . She would always go above and beyond to help anyone . Such a special lady . She will be missed by everyone . R.i.p love from Donna Lynch and family xxxx

Miss Donna Lynch

Norma was a kind friend. She helped me by introducing me to a local club. She also helped so many people with their problem. She was excellent at finding a solution that would help people. I will miss her and the conversations we had over a cup of coffee or a meal at a cafe. She once informed me that I had a bogey hanging. she was a good friend indeed and.will be missed.

Mr Russell Cox

Norma first came into my life when I was in a dark place. One day I was walking past the old Kings Arms pub, and saw a sign welcoming people like me. People who were lost, broken, damaged by life. I walked through the doors, and was greeted by the kindest human I’ve ever met. She loved and cared for me, like she did for so many others. She was a beacon of love, hope and inspiration, and I will never forget how she helped me to change my life. I owe her so much. Thank you, Dear Normski, for being a rainbow in my cloud. I will never forget you. Love Bear xx

Mrs Sarah Ruggirello

My best friend of nearly fifty years and sparring partner. I have so many memories of our escapades and scrabble games, don’t know who cheated the most. How we sat cross legged on the floor to play I’ll never know. Miss you so much but thank goodness I know we’ll meet again in heaven. You certainly ran the race and gained the crown. Now rest in the arms of Jesus. XXX

Mrs Gillian Walker

Simply the best. Selfless and dedicated to supporting the vulnerable amongst us. Norma, you have been an example to all of us. It has been a privilege to know you. All our love and respect. Barbara and Tim

Mr & Mrs Tim and Barbara Page

To my darling Normski, I can’t even believe that I’m having to write this, I naively thought you’d be with me forever. I’m so sad I can’t be with you, like you have always been there for me. You have always been at the end of the phone sorting any issue or even just giving advise it’s a hard reality thinking your not at the end of the phone and now have to be an adult, at the age of 40 lol. You took me in at the age of 16 to 18. There was a few rules no drugs and no coming home drunk!! I would try and sneak in the house drunk obviously! Sneak up the stairs to hear your bellowing voice calling my name. You always waited up. I’d come in your bedroom lay on your bed with you, you’d ask if I’d been drinking, I’d deny I had been drinking. I’d talk absolute drunken nonsense And you’d always say ok Alysha off to bed. I would go to bed thinking she defo believes me! But I know you knew. I’m so thankful we got to spend our time together a week before you fell ill, you laughed at my Inappropriateness, and absolutely joined in as you always did, I needed that day of my Normski hit. Your kindness and wicked sense of humours was amazing. There are so many years of memories and thanks I could talk about, but I’d would be here forever. Thank you to Fiona, Lizzie, Pete and John for sharing your mum with me, and all of us. When I started to write this I was scared of a life without you my safety net, but Iv realised I’m who I am today because of you grounded, hardworking you pushed and supported me through my nursing and was so proud when I graduated, me and my family wouldn’t be where we are now if not for you. But most of all I thank you for loving me just the way I was. Il never forget you normski, rest up there with your main man (god) and a whisky of course!! And pls put a good word in for me coz your my only hope of getting through them gates. I will Love you always my normski the world is a sad place without you but your legacy will live on coz I will never stop speaking about you Alysha

Miss Alysha Lang

We will always remember you Norma, for being a very helpful person & very good friend. 

Love Doreen and Harold Outlaw

Harold & Doreen Outlaw

Thank you to Norma for being such an inspiration - her heart for the community was evident in everything she did. It was a pleasure working alongside her at the Food Bank. Love and best wishes to her family at this difficult time.

Mrs Jane Towns

May God grant you eternal rest.

Siohan Nundram & Eamonn Drea

Norma has been a true friend for 50 years, touching the lives of so many in need. I will greatly miss her presence in my life, particularly being able to enjoy a cuppa and a laugh together at teatime.

The Roper Family

You will be missed by so many. You have lived a life of helping those in need, so compassionate and caring.

Mr & Mrs Gerald and Olive Francis

For Norma another angel in heaven Much love from Lynda Keith and Lianne Warnell

Mr & Mrs Lynda Warnell

In memory of a very special person who made a difference to many lives. We're going to miss you so much my friend. God Bless. With much love Rosemary and Andrew

Mr & Mrs Andrew Bolton

Such an inspirational lady for all her charitable & community work. You will be missed.

Mr & Mrs David Moore

Norma was loved by all she will be missed by all her bingo buddys rest in peace Norma xx

Group Pauline Taylor

Norma can rest now put you feet up and enjoy yourself up there, Don’t forget us all and keep a seat for us all, what you did for me on a personal level will all ways be with me and the help you showed to so many of us, thank you for all your help, Rest easy now make sure you have a party up there It’s not goodbye it’s see you soon lots of love wayne

Mr Wayne Beadle