Seminole, FL - Norma E. Thompson, 98, of Seminole, Fla., passed away on March 25, 2025, at her home.

Norma was born Jan. 7, 1927, in her grandparent's home on Long Island, N.Y., the daughter of Norman and May (Kunath) Cowper.

Her former church family in Alburgh, Vt., will remember Norma as a faithful member.

She also was and will be remembered as "Grandma" to the many children, now adults, whom she helped mentor as a Foster Grandparent for over 18 years at the Alburgh Elementary School.

She cherished her relationship with Jesus, family and friends. She felt blessed to be able to care for herself and stay active. She loved her cat "Teddy" and also our dogs who knew her as Grandma.

Over the years she had various hobbies. She liked to crochet, knit and also made placemats and other articles on a wooden lap loom. She belonged to a hiking club called The Adirondack Wanderers; she used to cross-country ski with my younger brother, as well as ice and roller skate, and rode a bicycle.

She also loved going to the Women of Ruth and whatever church activities she was able to attend. She loved her church family at Community and all the lovely friendships she made over the years here.

She did not travel far when she was younger but later, she became involved with a program called Elderhostel. She also started traveling with Bev in the winters down to Florida and on many cruises to various places in the Caribbean and Mexico.

In 2011, Norma was honored at the Vermont State Capitol, where Governor Shumlin presented her with an award for Outstanding Community Service—a tribute to her "18 years of dedication to helping others and making a difference in her community."

One of the most heartbreaking moments of Norma's life was the loss of her teenage son, Stephen. It was a profound tragedy, and only by the grace of God did she find the strength to carry on.

Norma was witty and sharp as a tack until the very end of her life. She sure did love her pecan coffee, chai tea and a slice of fruit pie each evening after dinner.

A funeral service will be held on Saturday, June 28, 2025, at 1 p.m. at the Ross Funeral Home, 196 Elm Street, Champlain. Interment will follow at Maple Hill Cemetery in Rouses Point.

Arrangements are in the care of the Ross Funeral Home in Champlain. To leave an online condolence, please visit: www.rossfuneralhomes.com