It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Norma McLeod. She was predeceased by her husband Cecil, son, Warren and parents, Walter and Gladys Stinson. Left to cherish her memory are , sons Scott (Geeta), Laird (Elaine), daughters, Connie, Vonni (Alan), Sandy (Mike), daughter-in-law Brenda; grandchildren Creighton, Brennon, Meghan, Mallory, Connor, Caitlin and a precious great grandson Eyvindar. Norma was born on the Stinson homestead near Colgate. She began school at Lornedale and later attended high school at Caronport in keeping with the strong Christian values with which she was raised. She was blessed with a beautiful singing voice and sang at hundreds of wedding and funerals. Her faith sustained her over her entire life. There was never a cloud so dark she couldn't see the silver lining. In 1948 she married Cecil. She was known far and wide for her cooking skills and would often feed hired men and sales people Cecil would unexpectedly bring home for dinner. She fed hundreds at the annual John Deere Days event which even retired farmers would attend to visit and have dinner. All were welcome. When the family moved to Radville in 1968 Norma had time for interests of her own. She became active in federal politics and opened a lunch counter serving homemade baking. She served on the National Parole Board and really enjoyed the responsibility she was given. Norma and Cecil travelled widely but she was always most content at home. She had many dear friends and simple pleasures meant the most to her, always making time for her children and grandchildren. Norma and Cecil moved to Regina in 2012 to enjoy more years of carefree retirement. Sadly it was not to be as she started radiation treatments shortly thereafter. We will miss her sweet disposition and generous spirit. She was a most gracious mother with a wonderful sense of fun and a flair for fashion. Service to be held jointly with Cecil on Saturday, Feb.16 at 2:00 at the Holy Family Roman Catholic Church in Radville. Lunch to follow. Donations may be made in memory of Cecil and Norma to the North Central Family Centre at 2931 5th Avenue, Regina, SK. Condolences may be left at: www.fletcherfuneralchapel.com. Arrangements entrusted to Fletcher Funeral Chapel Weyburn, 306-842-5432.
