Joan Crawford Norwood's Obituary
Joan Crawford Harmon Norwood, ""Frank,"" of Millsboro, departed this life on June 12, 2012 at home surrounded by her loving family. Born on October 16, 1930 in Millsboro, she was the daughter of the late Ephriam Lincoln and Elizabeth Patience Harmon. She attended the Nanticoke Indian School, and was a member of the Indian Mission United Methodist Church. She married William ""Bill"" Norwood in 1950, who preceded her in 2011. They had one daughter, Ingrid Dawn ""Gussie"" Norwood, who also preceded her in 1993. She loved to clean, loved cooking, had a sense of humor that cannot be replaced. One of her favorite past times was playing Pinochle with the family. She and her husband hosted the Pow Wow annually at their home. She was a beloved Matriarch in the Nanticoke community, with their home open to hospitality for the entire neighborhood. She is survived by her grandchildren: Mark, and his fiancAC. Sandy; Tara, and husband Sterling, and the most important children of her later years, her great-grandchildren: Christopher, Skyler, Katelynn, and Matthew. She is also survived by her son-in-law, Phillip; sister-in-law, Pat Harmon, and many nieces, nephews, extended family and a great many friends. There will be a viewing and visitation with the family from 6 till 8 PM, on Saturday, June 16 at the Watson Funeral Home, 211 S. Washington St., Millsboro, DE 19966. A funeral service, and Celebration of Her Life will be held on Sunday, June 17, 2012 at 1:00 PM at the Indian Mission United Methodist Church, 22701 Indian Mission Road, Harbeson, DE 19951. Friends may call one hour prior for visitation to the service. Pastor Karen Mumford will officiate. Interment follows at the Indian Mission UMC Cemetery. Floral tributes are welcomed. Electronic condolences to: www.watsonfh.com
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