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Mrs. Norma Jean Robertson

01/27/1940 - 04/22/2022

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Obituary For Mrs. Norma Jean Robertson

Mrs. Norma Jean Robertson, 82, of Beckley WV went home to rest with her blessed Savior April 22, 2022. Born January 27, 1940, in Beckley WV, she was the daughter of the late Moses Wilson and Samantha Bridges. She was an active member of Free and Independent Holiness Church, where she served as church secretary. She loved her church family with her whole heart. Not a day went by without a church member checking on her. She worked over 30 years as a domestic employee.

Whenever you mention Norma Jeans’ name, people immediately would respond “what a sweet, kind soul.” Her laugh and smile would light up a room. ‘Granny Norm’ (as she was known to all her grandchildren) took pride in everyone of her grandchildren. She cherished every moment she spent with them. Norma Jean lived her life as a selfless individual. Although she will be missed, we take comfort in the fact we will always carry a piece of her goodness and wisdom with us always. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, James Robertson; brothers, Roy, Lewis, and Ralph Wilson; and a sister, Marion Henry.

Those left to cherish her memory include two sons, Ricky Wilson Sr. and his wife, Noel of Bluefield, WV and Harold “Gary” Wilson of Harrisburg, PA; grandchildren; Ricky Wilson Jr., Erin Wilson, Sherreka Wilson, LeVoria Penn, Misty Drafton, Andrea Hollinghead, Brittany Wilson Gary Wilson Jr. and LaShima Murdock, along with twelve great-grandchildren. Also, left to cherish her memory is one sister, Beverly Robertson of Mabscott, WV and her husband, Randy; special nieces, who devoted their time to her, were Genese Cox and Andrea Simmons; along with a host of nieces and nephews; special friends, that were near and dear to Norm Jean, are sister Deloris Stewart, Barbara Coleman, Patricia Austin and Rosa Clark.

Funeral service will be 12:00PM Saturday, April 30, 2022 at Free & Independent Holiness Church 106 7th St. Beckley with Elder David Robinson officiating. Burial will follow in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, Prosperity.

Friends, while wearing mask and observing social distancing, may view and visit with the family one hour prior to the service at the church.

Email condolences to ritchiejohnsonfuneralparlor@gmail.com.

Arrangements entrusted to Ritchie & Johnson Funeral Parlor, Beckley.

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05/03/2022

Jewell Hoover

You have my sincere condolences on the passing of Norma Jean. She had a beautiful and kind spirit. May the many happy memories you have of her bring you comfort.
05/01/2022

LeVoria Penn

One Of The Sweetest Ladies I Will Always Love & Know. I Will Always Miss You. I Cherish The Times We Spent Together Kisses Grandma ❤️
04/29/2022

Connie Starkey

Our sincere condolences to the Family of Sis. Norma Jean Robertson. I fondly remember how mother would allow my youngest sister and I to visit Granny Norm ,as we affectionately called her, when she lived in West Wickham. She was so kind and loving. Granny Norm always sent us home with candy and treats. She became my oldest daughter LeVoria's "for real" granny Norm several years later. It was a blessing to have known and loved her. Rest In Peace. Love and Prayers, Connie Starkey, Carol Wallace and Families.
04/29/2022

Otealia Crider

My deepest sympathy to Sis Norma Jean's family. She was a kind, Godly person. I enjoyed serving God with her for many years. Rest with God my dear friend. I will never forget our times at Free and Independent!
04/28/2022

Deacon Lloyd & Evangelist Viola Dillard

Our Condolences, love & prayers to the family. We've know Sis.Norma Jean since I was in high school ! She was always the same,always smiling & had something good to say & always encouraging! She has received her Heavenly Wings ! Well Done Thy Good & Faithful Servant ! Deacon Lloyd & Evang.Vi Dillard
04/28/2022

Renae Mahan

My very deepest sympathy to the lost of my friend. She have always had such a beautiful spirit and smile. She was always glad to see people and friends. Her family and my family have always enjoyed the comfort full of having Norma Jean around us. She truly loved her family and Church's relationship she had with everybody she knew. She will surely be miss on this side of earth. I love you family and hang in there together for each others. To God be the Glory.
04/27/2022

Drema Hayes Larkin

I am sorry to hear about the passing of Sister Norma Jean. I have know her for many years. She has always shown a sweet and nurturing spirit. She will be missed. Prayers for the family.
04/25/2022

LaShima Murdock

Love you grandma you are the best
04/22/2022

Thelma Cook (my deepest condolences)