Norma Jean Stepp, 77, passed away at her home in Shell Knob, MO on May 19, 2014. She was born in Springfield, MO to Horace and Beulah (Lybarger) Gilmore on August 29, 1936.
She was a member of First Baptist Church in Shell Knob where she was active in women’s ministries, prayer groups and Vacation Bible School.
Norma and Howard Stepp were married on March 1, 1956 and had a wonderful 58 years together, which included three children: Janice and Joe Swofford of Shell Knob, Buck and Sherry Stepp of Azle, TX and Jim and Karen Stepp of Shell Knob. She was also blessed with six grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.
A celebration of Norma’s life is planned for 1:30 p.m. Saturday, May 24, 2014 at First Baptist Church in Shell Knob.
In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested for Oxford HealthCare Hospice Fund (www.coxhealthfoundation.com or (417) 269-7150).
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