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Norma Robson August 23, 2024

Date of Funeral

September 7, 2024

Norma Ann Robson (Jones) (Kegdonce)
Traditional Name: Wasaya-anangokwe (Far Away Star)
Norma, affectionately known as Normie Ann to many, was born on January 21, 1939, in Los Angeles, California, to Norman Peter Joshua Jones and Una Evelyn Page. Norma was one of seven children, including her twin brother Norman, whom she fondly referred to as her “wombmate,” as well as Joan Lois, Shirley, Robert, William, all of whom have passed away. She is survived by her sister Jean Arlene Borrows (Joe) and her brother Howard Jones (Grace), both residing in Neyaashiinigming.
Norma is deeply cherished and remembered by her four children: Dena Carroll (Allan), William Robson (Tina), Susann Colquhoun (Kent), and James Michael Robson. She also leaves behind seven grandchildren: Scott, Alana, Sara, Suzy, Billy, Josh, and Adam, as well as nine great-grandchildren.
Norma spent her early years in California before moving with her family back to Cape Croker. She attended Indian Day School and 2 years at Mohawk Institute Indian Residential School. In 1955, Norma married William Edgar Robson and settled nearby the reserve at Coveney’s Corner. Together with her husband, Norma lived in numerous towns in southern Ontario. They were married for 35 years. Many years after his passing, Norma met a special partner named John McGill. The two of them shared many fond memories including a special VIP package to the 2010 Winter Olympics in Whistler, BC.
A true ‘Jill of All Trades,’ Norma pursued various certifications through Conestoga College, including Swedish Massage, Touch Therapy, Stress Debriefing, and Reflexology, which she completed in 1988. She dedicated many years to providing these services to clients and health professionals.
After Bill C-31, in 1985 Norma returned to Cape and became actively involved in the community. Her home on Lakeshore Drive was a welcoming space for family and friends. Norma passionately engaged in numerous community issues, including environmental protection, land claims, water protection, archaeology, alternative health, senior issues and social justice. She was actively involved with the United Church throughout Ontario for many years.
Norma was instrumental in aiding with establishing the first hospice in Grey Bruce and was honored as an Ambassador for her dedicated service. In 2008, she was named Citizen of the Year by the Wiarton and District Lions Club. In 2024, she traveled to Winnipeg to receive the Sandy Saulteaux Spiritual Centre ‘Respected Elder’s Award,’ accepting it on behalf of everyone in the community who had positively impacted her life.
Norma’s legacy is one of love, service, and supporting the community. Her family and others always will remember how she lifted them up with her calm demeanour and words of wisdom. Her deep love for her community, strong faith, and compassion for others were evident in all she did. She was skilled at cooking, crafting, and writing poetry. Norma was a respected elder, she a strong advocate for the preservation of language and local and family history. She supported people of all walks of life.
The family extends a heartfelt thanks to the health professionals who provided exceptional care: Dr. Kelly Fenn, Dr. Jeff Barrett Dr. Aboo and Nurse Tammy of Care Partners. As well, our deep gratitude to the amazing staff at Neyaashiinigming for their dedicated home & community care and the Maadooki Centre. Thank you as well to Ontario Health at Home for their coordination of services.
A Celebration of Life will be held at the Cape Croker Community Centre on Saturday September 7, 2024 from 12-3 pm.
Arrangements entrusted to the Thomas C. Whitcroft Funeral Home & Chapel, Sauble Beach (519) 422-0041. Condolences may be expressed online at www.whitcroftfuneralhome.com

A Celebration of Life will be held at the Cape Croker Community Centre on Saturday September 7, 2024 from 12-3 pm.

Condolences(30)

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    Yvonne jonkman says
    August 27, 2024 at 3:54 pm

    She will be sadly missed. Always was a good and kind friend to me. Will always remember the times we spend together

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    Trish Meekins and Bob Rice says
    August 27, 2024 at 7:30 pm

    My sincere condolences to all the family, on the passing of a beautiful and knowledgeable elder in our community. 💗💗

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    Jimelda Johnston says
    August 27, 2024 at 7:47 pm

    Baamaampii Menwah Normie Ann, Condolences to Family 💐

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    Susan Shantz says
    August 27, 2024 at 8:21 pm

    I would like to express my condolences to Norma’s family on the passing of Norma – a kind hearted, loving person who opened her door and her heart to me during my time of ministry at the United Church from 2011- 2014. A thoughtful caring person, she always went the second mile in helping me in my ministry. Rest in peace my friend.

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    Jane Porter & Mike Millar says
    August 27, 2024 at 8:48 pm

    Norma Was Truly A Gemstone! Rare and Precious…

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    Donna Smith-Sutherland says
    August 27, 2024 at 8:51 pm

    Sending condolences to Norma’s family and friends. She was always so friendly and I was grateful for her kindness and zest for life ! I loved the times she shared her memories of my family. Prayers of comfort sent to all of you who loved her. 🙏❤️

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    chastity jenner says
    August 27, 2024 at 9:01 pm

    Aanawi gigashkendaamin gaawiin ayaasii omaa noongom, gikendaamang geyabi bimaadizid ezhi-mikwenimangid.
    Though we may still be sad that she is not here in body, we know that her spirit lives on in our heart and minds. Baamaapii gwaagamin miinwaa, Wasya-anangokweban..

    Our sincere condolences to the family, friends, and community members of Norma Ann.
    From the family of Chastity and Johnny Keeshig

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    Lori Parkinson says
    August 27, 2024 at 9:46 pm

    My Deepest Condolences to the Family of dear Norma. She was a good friend and very special person in this world , who will be greatly missed.

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    Dot Wikman says
    August 28, 2024 at 10:59 am

    What a wonderful legacy Norma has left. I so enjoyed her visits to Victoria. She will sadly missed. Love and sympathy to you Dena and your family. Dot

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    Steve Ritchie says
    August 28, 2024 at 11:08 am

    So sad to hear. I didn’t know her well, but we had a great, long conversation last winter, and she was so warm and welcoming.

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    Jane Martin says
    August 28, 2024 at 11:40 am

    NormyAnn was my mother’s cousin but to me she was an Aunty and an Elder with a kind soul whose wisdom and generosity lifted my spirit every time we visited. I will miss her and hold her dear in my heart for the rest of my days

    RIP All My Relations❤️

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    Lois and Ed says
    August 28, 2024 at 11:44 am

    Norma was a remarkable woman who didn’t let adversity stand in her way. She set a high bar with her leadership and generous spirit. Hers was a life well-lived. Our deepest sympathy to her family and friends.

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    Laura and Brian Kennedy says
    August 28, 2024 at 1:35 pm

    Brian and I would like to send our deepest condolances to all who knew and loved Norma. We met Norma during one of lowest moments. With her soft voice, knowledge, and her soothing nature. Without Norma not sure we would have got hrough it…we did. We will miss you and your conversations. Rest in peace my cherished friend.

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    David Warder says
    August 28, 2024 at 4:17 pm

    I have often thought about the wonderful talk Norma gave at the end of our Cantata performance at the United Church this past Good Friday. What a remarkable and inspiring woman full of ambition, encouragement and positive ideas. My condolences to her friends and relations. I know you will miss her deeply.

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    Leeann Shimoda says
    August 29, 2024 at 7:05 am

    Leeann Shimoda nee McFadden

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    Margaret Peterman says
    August 29, 2024 at 8:49 am

    Sincere condolences for the family of your dear mother and friends Norma truly was an amazing woman. Always where her many talents were needed and appreciated
    A truly remarkable woman. She will be missed and remembered

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    Norma Tobey says
    August 29, 2024 at 10:35 am

    Such a beautiful lady, she was so community oriented and always concerned about everyone’s wellbeing…. She will be missed, heart felt condolences to the family.

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    Brenda Simpson says
    August 29, 2024 at 8:12 pm

    Thank you Norma, for your love and support through leadership. I remember.

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    Larry & Betty McLeod. says
    August 29, 2024 at 8:42 pm

    Norma was a wonderful person, one I”ll never forget, had many good conversations at the Hepworth Legion oon a Sat afternoon. So interesting to talk with. Our sincere sympathy to the remaining family members and other s who knew her. Rest in Peace “Norma”.

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    Hugh Mac Donald says
    August 29, 2024 at 10:41 pm

    Blessings to a dear lady who lived this life with grace.

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    Janet Pugsley says
    August 31, 2024 at 11:08 am

    To family and friends,
    Attached a gift I received the last time I was with Norma and her sister from Victoria. This gentle Elder impacted how I lead my life from now on. The memory of Norma will rest in my heart. I am with you, Jan

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    Andy and Linda Smart says
    September 1, 2024 at 7:27 pm

    Although we drifted apart in the last years, Norma and her family will forever be in our Hearts. Norma was a wonderful Lady and Friend to all who ever were blessed by meeting her. My wife Linda and I spent many wonderful visits with Norma and Bill when they lived near Clinton Ontario and we traveled on our motorcycles all around the area. Our sincere condolences to the Family. Norma will remain in our Hearts with sadness of losing her but her laughter an kindness is something that we will never lose from our wonderful, wonderful relationship as our Friend.
    God bless you Norma, he certainly blessed all who ever had the Honour of knowing you !!

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    Donna Emery says
    September 2, 2024 at 4:32 pm

    Sending my deepest condolences to her family.

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    Howard and Trudi Carroll says
    September 3, 2024 at 2:35 pm

    Sincere condolences to Dena and the rest of Norma’s family and friends.No doubt her infectious smile and kind heartedness will be missed.It was evident that she cared for others as she journeyed through this life.

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    Linda Sullivan says
    September 3, 2024 at 3:07 pm

    Condolences to Norma’s family, it was my privilege to get to know her when I worked at Golden Dawn and knew her twin Norm, hugs and prayers

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    Ruth Ditner & Ron Dickson says
    September 5, 2024 at 9:14 am

    Norma was always positive and caring for others in her journey of life. We will always remember the times we spent together. Her wisdom lifted my spirits. Rest in Peace, Norma. Condolences to her family.

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    Monique and Murray Garniss says
    September 6, 2024 at 4:53 pm

    My deepest condolences to Norma’s family. We had the pleasure of meeting Norma through our neighbour and friend John McGill. We had weekly visits in the summer with the neighbours. She was a ray of sunshine and had such a calm way about her and shared many laughs . Good times and wonderful memories.
    She will be missed, one of a kind lady.
    Rest in piece dear friend.

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    Tamara Wilson says
    September 6, 2024 at 8:34 pm

    On behalf of the Peninsula Bruce Trail Club, I extend our sincere condolences to Norma’s family, the Saugeen Ojibway Nation Community and to all of her many friends. Norma was exceptionally generous with her time not only for Club activities but also to us as individuals in sharing her thoughts and cherished guidance. We will miss Norma very much.

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    John and Connie Trudeau says
    September 6, 2024 at 8:56 pm

    Connie and I were saddened to hear of the passing of Norma. She was a kind and loving person and always expressed genuine love and respect for all

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    Cheryl George says
    September 10, 2024 at 1:42 pm

    My sincerest condolences to Norma’s family and friends. I met this amazing and beautiful woman at a conference and we became friends. I enjoy3d our chats when we saw each other at functions. A very wise spiritual woman indeed. Baamaapiii My friend, until we meet again 💜

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