Obituary of Norma Powell

We are here to celebrate the life of Norma Jean Powell whose soul left this earth on November 25th, 2012 in Tulsa, OK. She has gone to be with those that passed before her, her husband Donald Franklin Powell, her parents Doyce Wayne Bomar and Norma Lee and Willard Staggs. Brothers Danny & Doyce (Kayo) Bomar, Billy, Tony and Marc Staggs and Sister Phyllis Cunningham. Norma Jean was born at her parent's home in Paragould Arkansas on March 10th, 1937 and is survived by her 4 children, Kim Ott and husband Jim, Barry Powell, Kelly Powell and Kandi Palm, all of Tulsa, 4 grandchildren, Kathrine Broyles, Benjamin Broyles and Kayse Powell all of Tulsa, William Broyles and fiancé Paige Powell of Claremore and 4 great-grandchildren, Alexus, Luke and Adrian Broyles and Landon Danks. Other survivors include Norma's sisters, Drucilla Gilliam, Kathy Lay, Connie Rowand and husband Wendell, Hallie West and Twila Staggs, numerous nieces, great-nieces, nephews, great-nephews and countless relatives and friends. Throughout her life Norma Jean was an active member, along with her husband Don, in the PTA. She was also a member of the church of the Madalene and the Madalene Women's club for several years. She and Don liked to play cards and often hosted card parties at their home. Norma Jean was what you might call a Dallas Cowboys fanatic. It was always entertaining to watch a game with her. Her granddaughter, Kayse, commented that she appreciated the way her Mamaw always liked to whistle tunes while enjoying some of her favorite hobbies, reading and working crossword puzzles. This always put a smile on Kayse's face. Norma's other hobbies included fishing, crocheting, knitting and sewing. In their younger years, Don and Norma Jean were avid bowlers and collected many trophies. After working as a dental receptionist for many years, Norma Jean retired from being a medical receptionist. Norma Jean was a friend to everyone. It wasn't unusual for her to open her home to anyone who needed a place to stay. There was always an open seat at the dinner table. Those who knew Norma best know that she always had an open heart, a shoulder to cry on, an ear to listen and lots of wisdom to share.