Norma Wilson

Norma Wilson, age 77, a resident of Portland, passed away on Sunday, Sept. 24, 2023, at Persimmon Ridge in Portland. 

Norma was born on July 7, 1946, in Avon, Kentucky, the daughter of Elmer and Clarice (Lewis) Riddle. She graduated from Parker High School in Parker City, Indiana, and worked for Jay Garment in Portland for many years and retired from FCC in Portland.

Norma was a member of the Portland Moose Lodge. Norma enjoyed walking, loved her grandchildren, enjoyed collecting Thomas Kincaid paintings and Teddy Bears and was an avid viewer of Turner Classic Movies. 

Survivors include:

Her children — Chad Claycomb (wife: Angel), Portland, Indiana, Andy Claycomb (wife: Kim), Shelbyville, Indiana, and Raina Stolz (husband: Justin), Portland, Indiana 

Her siblings — James Riddle, Albany, Indiana, Denny Riddle, Hartford City, Indiana, and Mareta Dye (husband: Elwood), Niles, Michigan 

Eleven grandchildren and six great-grandchildren

She was preceded in death by a son, Derek Wilson; two sisters, Carlene Woolard and Deanna Jackson; and one brother, Marvin Riddle. 

Visitation will be held on Thursday from 4 to 6 p.m. at Williamson-Spencer and Penrod Funeral Home in Portland. Memorial services will follow at 6 p.m. on Thursday at the funeral home with Pastor Erick Riddle officiating. 

Condolences may be expressed at williamsonspencer.com.