Norma Minnie Larko

Norma Larko, 94, passed away peacefully at Hospice House in Savannah, GA on Friday October 10, 2014. Originally from St. Joseph, MI, Norma was born on January 9, 1920 to Albert and Minnie Marutz. On May 2, 1947 she married John Larko and they shared 51 years of marriage when John passed away on May 2, 1998. Norma will be remembered for her eternal optimism, unique sense of humor and relentless love for her children and grandchildren. She is survived by her children James (Donna) Larko of Grand Rapids, MI, Stephen Larko of Tallahassee, FL, Patti (Jan) Nielsen of Savannah, GA and Jean Root of Wyoming, MI;  three grandchildren Jennifer (Patrick) McNamara, Angela (Scott) Breier, Melissa (Justin) Myers;  and great grandchildren Bo and Liv McNamara and Cohen Myers. She was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers and three sisters. She was comforted by her faith knowing she would be reunited with them and the loved ones she was leaving behind. Visitation will be on Sunday October 26, 2014 from 6 – 8 p.m and funeral service on Monday, October 27, 2014 at 9:00 a.m. Both will be held at Starks and Menchinger Chapel in St. Joseph, MI.  Burial will be in Riverview Cemetery, St. Joseph. Her family wishes to thank Hospice House for their care, assistance and compassion.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice Savannah, PO Box 13190, Savannah, GA 31416.