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Norka, Carol Age 66, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 8th, 2019, at Lakewood Nursing Home in Plain field, IL. She was born on July 26th, 1952 to Beverly and Edward Norka. Carol is survived by her sons and daughter-in-laws, Jonathan and Jayne Cerpa; Paul and Jenny Cerpa; her brother, Jim; her sisters, Susan and Kathy; and six grandchildren, Lukas, Louie, Tessa, Jacob, Parker, and Emilia. She was predeceased by her parents; her granddaughter Madelyn; her niece Stacy; and her sister-in-law, Jean. Carol was a devoted mother and friend. She enjoyed spending time with family and travelling when possible. On June 18th, 1982 and July 17th, 1984 respectively, she welcomed her two sons, who were the most important part of her life. Carol worked as a Hospitality Supervisor for Harrah's Inc. She was a lover of all animals, especially cats. A Celebration of Life ceremony is scheduled for 3:00 p.m. on March 9, 2019, at Sable Ridge Clubhouse in Joliet, IL. Flowers and condolences may be offered at 8111 Bluestem Ave., Joliet, IL 60431.
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I remember Carol from Luella grammar school and Bowen High School. R.I.P. . Sue Stanton
Susan Muller
School
February 19, 2024
Carol. I am ssoory to hear of yor passing. I had been trying to find you in FB. I want to sincerely thank you for all of the hlp you gave me taking care of Alec "Magoo" when he was a baby. I will forever remember how you impacted my life. I love you girl. Rest in eternal peace.
Angel Engblom
Angel Engblom
Friend
December 5, 2022
I have fond memoories of Carol and her relationship with my sister Katie as kids in the neighborhood
Michael Murphy
April 11, 2020
As I child, age 6-around 11 y.o., we lived in Jeffery Manor in Chgo and my constant friend on 97th street was Carol Norka. She had a brother who like myself attended Mt. Carmel later on. Should this be the same young lady I'm truly sorry and crestfallen. We were inseperable as childhood friends until our family moved to a different parish. To this day I relate stories to my own grandkids of the little girl who used to play in the backyard sandbox and help sail a toy motorboat I shared with her in neighbors swimming pools. My condolences are deep and sincere for your loss.
Joseph Grigas
January 19, 2020
RIP carol and condolences to all your family.
Georgia Crabtree
July 6, 2019
You have my deepest sympathy. May God give you peace and strength to keep you going during your time of sorrow.
Romans 15:33
February 18, 2019
My sincere condolences to your family for the loss of your love one. May the God of comfort be with you during this sad occasion and may his loving words at John 6:40 console your heart.
Z L
February 18, 2019
Carol was a dear friend of mine and I will miss her enormously. Our greatest connection is our grandchildren, the greatest loves of our lives. You will never be forgotten.
Kym Horan
February 17, 2019
Kym Horan
February 17, 2019
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