Obituary of Eloise Norman

West Columbia - Eloise Norman, 79, of West Columbia, South Carolina passed away October 3, 2014 at Agape Hospice House Columbia, South Carolina. Ms. Noman was born on November 15, 1934 in Moultrie, Georgia. She was the youngest of nine children born to the late Frank Norman and Berta Lee (West) Norman. Eloise was a retired bookkeeper dedicating more than 53 years of service. She was an expert seamstress, often making her own clothes. Eloise was a devoted Christian with a deep appreciation of gospel music, especially singing quartets. She enjoyed Hawaiian music and loved to listen to Elvis. She made it clear however, that she did not like worms. Ms. Norman was a dedicated mother of four children. Known to be fiery, she worked diligently for her family. Eloise's greatest joys were spending every holiday she could with her loved ones. Eloise is survived by her sons, Rufus G. Carson of Columbia, Russell Lee (Arlee) Carson of Columbia; and a daughter, Marilyn Jeanette Brandenburg (Steve ) of Casey Il. She also leaves behind six grandchildren, eight great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Nancy Jane Paul Bradley; and eight of her brothers and sisters, Theus Norman, Winnifred Norman, Frankie Lee Norman Hatchell, Buddy Norman, Eugene Norman, Judge Norman, Thelma Norman Davis, and Rufus Norman. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at this time and will be announced by the family. Memorials may be made to Sister Care P.O. Box 1029, Columbia, SC 29202 or at www.sistercare.com