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<p>Obituary for Norma E. Steer</p><p>July 3, 1936 – April 26, 2025</p><p>It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Norma Steer on Saturday, April 26, 2025, at the</p><p>age of 88. Born on July 3, 1936, in Lacombe, Alberta, to Carl and Ethel Bella Gusek, Norma</p><p>led a life filled with resilience, love, and dedication to her family and community.</p><p>The eldest girl of 13 siblings, and one of eight sisters, Norma grew up experiencing the rigors</p><p>of rural life in Central Alberta. At just 10 years old, with her father away at war, she took on</p><p>responsibilities beyond her years, helping her mother raise her younger siblings and prepare</p><p>meals for farmhands. That unwavering work ethic and caretaking spirit became defining traits</p><p>throughout her life.</p><p>At 19, Norma married and embraced the role of a devoted mother to four children born</p><p>between 1958 and 1967. Together with her husband, she followed the oilfield life through</p><p>Alberta and Saskatchewan, ultimately settling in Coronation, Alberta. Norma proudly became a</p><p>major organizer of the Oil Wives of Canada in Coronation in 1973, and the following year, she</p><p>attended the National Convention, marking her impact on this community.</p><p>After her divorce in 1979, Norma carved out a fulfilling life in Calgary, raising her youngest son</p><p>and building a career that spanned diverse roles, from modeling fur coats to working as a bank</p><p>teller, managing retail, and ultimately serving as an office manager for Able Leasing until her</p><p>retirement in 2000. Her work-life showcased her adaptability, professionalism, and</p><p>determination.</p><p>A three-time cancer survivor, Norma was a true fighter who cherished the simple joys of life</p><p>after her retirement. She found immense happiness in visiting family and friends, watching her</p><p>family expand, and celebrating the milestones of her children, grandchildren, and great-</p><p>grandchildren.</p><p>Norma is lovingly remembered by her siblings Myrna Nolan, Marg Jensen, Linda Hophe (Ken),</p><p>Janice Gusek, and Jim Gusek; her children, Frank Steer (Anastassiya), Angela Prokopetz</p><p>(Don), Karen Gagnon (Marc), and Robert Steer (Diana); her grandchildren, Victor S.,</p><p>Christopher P. (Sabrina), Steven P. (Shelby), Jessie G. (Kate), Colton G. (Deanna), Angelynne</p><p>G. (Dylan), Kaela Graham (Bruce), and Elizabeth Miller (Tim); and her great-grandchildren,</p><p>Emily, Cole, Gracie, Braydon, Bexley, Emersyn, Colby, Wyatt, Milo, Mathis, and Mika. She will</p><p>be deeply missed but forever remembered for her love, strength, and grace.</p><p>A memorial service to celebrate Norma’s life will be held at a later date and time. In lieu of</p><p>flowers, donations may be made in her memory to the Arthritis Society of Canada or the</p><p>Alberta Cancer Foundation.</p><p>Norma’s legacy lives on in the hearts of all who knew her. May she rest in peace.</p><p>Condolences, memories and photos may be shared and viewed at www.heartlandfuneralservices.com. Arrangements in care of: Heartland Funeral Services Ltd., 1412 - 21 Avenue, Didsbury, Alberta. Phone 403-335-4773</p>July 3, 1936 - April 26, 202507/03/193604/26/2025
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