Obituary of Norma Louise Keith

Norma Louise (Thompson) Keith passed peacefully at the Church of St. John and St. Stephen Nursing Home, on January 31, 2020, surrounded by her family. She was the daughter of Blair F. and Lillie E. (Biggs) Thompson. She had greatly enjoyed celebrating her 93^rd birthday on January 24^th with family and friends.

She is survived by her children, Dr. Kathy, Allan and Marie, and Joanne. She was Grammie to Margaret, Gillian, Alexander, and Colin. She was predeceased by her husband of almost 58 years, George Alexander.

Norma was a stay at home mom for most of her marriage. She took great joy and pleasure in raising her three children and socializing with her many dear friends and her extended family.

Norma was the last surviving member of her immediate family. Besides her parents and husband, she was predeceased by her sister, Kathleen Hilda Beatson.

The family would like to thank all the great people at the nursing home for the wonderful care that Mom received in her last months. Everyone was so kind and caring both to Mom and her family.

Arrangements are under the care of Brenan’s Funeral Home, 111 Paradise Row, Saint John (634-7424). A reception for family and friends will be held in Brenan’s Reception Centre on Tuesday, February 4, 2020 from 2 to 4 pm. A private family interment will take place in Fernhill Cemetery in the spring. Donations may be made in memory of Norma to Portland United Church, The Church of St. John and St. Stephen Nursing Home, or a charity of the donor’s choice. Please place online condolences and remembrances at www.BrenansFH.com.