Karen Joy Norman

Karen Joy Norman, 66, passed away peacefully, on February 24, 2024, in her home in McHenry, MS. Born on September 3, 1957, in Biloxi, MS to the late Alfred and Mary Foster. A true homebody, she found joy in the simple pleasures of life, surrounded by those she loved. Her marriage of 35 years was a beautiful example of partnership and devotion. Karen lived for her husband and son, who were the center of her world, the light of her life. Karen's role as a mother was one she embraced with every ounce of her being. She was also a very loving aunt, her kindness and warmth leaving a lasting mark on the hearts of her nieces and nephews. Her love for animals shone brightly through her adoration for her dog, Rusty, and her affection for all dogs. Her home was a sanctuary for the small group of people she held dear, and she cherished the moments spent visiting her sister in Montana. The bonds of family were everything to Karen; she loved her family fiercely. She took immense pride in her father's memories, singing talents, and history. An old-school soul, Karen was the epitome of a caretaker. Often found playing melodies on the piano in her younger years or later in life collecting pig figurines, she found joy in the small things in life. She was a soft-spoken woman, never uttering a bad word. Her legacy is one of love and kindness that will be deeply missed. Preceded by her husband, Patrick W. Norman; parents, Alfred and Mary Foster; mother-in-law, Edith Mae Wilson; sisters, Sherry Bosarge and Dawn Rogers; brother, Larry Foster; niece, Alexis Bosarge.  Left to cherish her memories are her son, Brian A. Clark of McHenry, MS; nieces and nephews, Jason Foster of Jacksonville, Fl, Jessica Rogers of Pittsburg, Pa, Amanda Bosarge of Gulfport, MS, Aubry (Katrina) Bosarge of Gulfport, MS, Amber (Shannon) Wallace of Perkinston, MS, and Dianne Chiweiluk; great nieces and nephews, Sherry (Billy) Henley of Saucier, MS, Jonathan Sullivan of Saucier, MS, Sadie Wallace of Perkinston, MS, Annie Wallace of Perkinston, MS, Nathan Ladner of Saucier, MS, Isaiah Wallace of Perkinston, MS, Emmaleigh Bosarge of Saucier, MS, Emmalee Wallace of Perkinston, MS, Gavin Bosarge of Saucier, MS; brothers-in-law, Albert (Joy) Bosarge and Donis Wilson; sisters-in-law, Kay (Michael) Everett, Tina Smith, Connie (Dan) Havens. Her dear friends Belinda Goff, Kimberly Labeau, Susan Rebstock, and Wendy Hayward were by her side as she courageously fought cancer. The family would also like to express gratitude to her friend and sister in the Lord, Myrliss Wallace, for the love, support, and home cooked meals provided during the weeks they stood vigil at her bedside. All these wonderful women have been a constant source of comfort to her and to the family.