Norma Catherine Stevens

CARBONDALE – Norma Catherine Stevens, 90, passed away on Tuesday, November 29, 2022 at Memorial Hospital of Carbondale.

Norma was born on December 22, 1931 to Rudolph and Kate (Nance) Lipe in Pomona. She married Charles Laverne Stevens on April 24, 1951 in De Soto. He preceded her in death on June 16, 2000.

Norma is survived by her children, Kathy (Tom) Van Ness, Kenneth (Kelly) Stevens, grandchildren Josh Van Ness, Sabrina (Robert) Carr, Gregory (Michelle) Stevens, Victoria (Toby) Scott, and great-grandchildren, Hayley Van Ness, Olivia Stevens, Ayla Stevens, Nora Scott, and Desi Scott.

She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, five brothers, and two sisters.

Norma loved her family dearly. She was a dedicated member of Murdale Baptist Church. She enjoyed cooking meals for her family and friends. Norma was an avid Cardinals fan and loved watching the games with her family.

Services for Norma will be on Monday, December 5, 2022 at 11:30 am at Meredith Funeral Home with Rev. Paul Hicks officiating. Visitation will be on Monday, from 9:30 am until the time of service. Burial will follow at Murdale Gardens of Memory.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Murdale Baptist Church in Carbondale.

Meredith Funeral Home in Carbondale is in charge of arrangements. To leave a story or memory of Norma, visit www.meredithfh.com