Norma A. Harris 67, of Delaware, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, May 22, 2019, at her residence.
She was born Dec. 30, 1951, in Bellefontaine, a daughter of the late Shirley Augustus and Fannie Elizabeth Ratleff Moore. Norma was a member of Second Baptist Church, where she attended after her family moved to Delaware when she was nine. Norma was a philanthropist; always willing to donate in any way that she could and lend a helping hand. She also worked for the Community Action Organization in Delaware, Ohio.
Left to cherish her memory are daughters, Jennifer Baccus, Veronica (Bradley) Gunnett and Rebecca Evans; grandchildren, Robert Baccus, Anthony Hitchens, Dominique Baccus, Aarin Hitchens, San Juan Avina, Lucia Evans-Avina and Dezarae Gunnett; five great-grandchildren; brothers, Thomas (Lillie) Moore and Franklin (Bernice) Moore; sister, Shirley Jean (Tinsley) Morris; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Norma could often be found spending time with her grandchildren, always energetic and on the go. She loved watching The Ohio State Buckeyes play football and was lovingly known as “Buckeye Nana” by her kids and grandkids. She also enjoyed shopping and listening to music. She will be remembered as the selfless, loving, caring and compassionate woman that she was.
A celebration of life honoring Norma will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, May 31, at the Snyder- Rodman Funeral Center, 101 Valleyside Drive, Delawar, following calling that begins at 1 p.m.
Private burial takes place at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed toward Autism Speaks, 4700 Rock Side Road, Suite 420, Independence, OH 44131; and Turning Point Domestic Violence Shelter, P.O. Box 875, Marion, OH 43301
Express condolences at www.snyderfuneralhomes.com.