Norma DeMatteis Coccia
September 11 1922 - October 20 2013
Visitation :
John Quint Treboni Funeral Home
Wednesday October 23rd 2013 2-8 p.m.
1177 W. 5th Avenue
Columbus Ohio 43212
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Obituary
Norma Jean (Harris) Coccia, age 91, of Westerville, passed away at her home under the care of her loving son, Mark, on Sunday, October 20, 2013, and surrounded by her loving family. She was born September 11, 1922, one of ten children of the late Henry and Lena (Roth) Harris in Columbus. She was a loving and devoted wife, mother and grandmother to her 11 children, 25 grandchildren and 39 great grandchildren. She loved to cook, sew and was a friend to all. Through the years, she won several ribbons at the Ohio State Fair with her doll collections and antiques. Preceded in death by husbands, Joseph J. DeMatteis and Alfred P. Coccia; brothers, Edwin, Albert, Earl and Harry; sisters, Eva Shull and Juanita Dick. Survived by sons, Fred DeMatteis, Alfred (Nancy) Coccia, Michael (Betsy) Coccia, Jerry (Kathy) Coccia and Mark Coccia; daughters, Jo Ann (Bob) Hurtt, Patty (Rob) Lehman, Linda DeMatteis, Connie (Domenic) Magnacca, Mary (Leigh) Ashbaugh and Margie (Bill) Butz; grandchildren; great grandchildren; sisters, Ruth Sailor, Grace Hall and Betty Rowe; sister-in-law, Mary Rossetti; many nieces, nephews and friends. Friends may call Wednesday, October 23, 2013 from 2-8 p.m., at THE JOHN QUINT TREBONI FUNERAL HOME, 1177 West Fifth Avenue, Columbus, with a Prayer Service at 3:00 p.m. Funeral Mass 10:00 a.m., Thursday, October 24, 2013 at St. Paul Catholic Church, 313 N. State, Westerville. Burial to follow, St. Joseph Cemetery, Lockbourne. A special thanks to Carol Proctor of Harbor Light. In lieu of flowers, friends who wish may contribute to Harbor Light Hospice, 751 Brooksedge Plaza, Westerville, 43081. Condolences may be sent via www.johnquint.com. PROCESSION TO FORM AT CHURCH.
Contributions
Contributions may be directed to any of the followingCondolences for Norma DeMatteis Coccia
From : Cameron McCarthy
To : Norma DeMatteis Coccia
Date: October 23rd 2013
I remember Norma from long ago and she was a wonderful woman. I'm so sorry for your loss. I know you will miss her. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely with love,
Cam
From : Elisa and Bob Mains
To : Family of Aunt Norma
Date: October 23rd 2013
We will miss her and always remember her wonderful smile and beautiful personality. She is a wonderful spirit and an inspiration to all who knew her.Bless you Mark for your care and comfort.
Elisa and Bob
From : The Lee Family
To : Family of Norma DeMatteis Coccia
Date: October 24th 2013
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Norma was such a beautiful person. It was sweet to see her light up every Christmas when she saw all of the children playing together! We will be praying for you, and that the Lord brings you comfort in your sorrow. With Love, Jack & Jeni Lee
From : D. Johnson
To : Norma Coccia
Date: October 24th 2013
Please accept my condolences on the loss of your dear loved one. Take comfort in knowing that our heavenly Creator will soon remove all pain, sorrow, and death forever! May this promise as recorded in Revelation 21:3,4 be of comfort to you as you gain the strength and inner peace to cope with the days ahead. Philippians 4:13.
From : Kathy Moretti Slaven
To : Linda DeMatteis
Date: October 25th 2013
I am so sorry that I was not able to attend your Mom's visitation. I had school conferences after class from 4-8 with 15 parents. Do know that my thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. May yoru happy memories and love carry you through this difficult time. Thinking of you and your family.