Norma Jaye Forey

1950 ∼ 2019

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Norma Jaye Forey, 68, of Port Neches, Texas passed away on Friday, March 22, 2019. Norma was born in Bay City, Texas on November 28, 1950 to the late, Clark Leslie Bergstrom and Jennie Bob Hays Moffett.

Norma was a dedicated parishioner at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church in Nederland, Texas and an educator with the Nederland Independent School District with 32 years of service.

Those left to cherish Norma’s memory are her loving husband of 49 years, Leonard Forey of Port Neches; daughters, Leslie Michelle Harrison and her husband, Jimmy of Nederland and Laura Leigh Forey of Austin, Texas; grandchildren, Jake Michael Harrison and Luke Clayton Harrison; sisters, Francis Sido and her husband, Tom of Fredricksburg, Texas and Barbara Sido and her husband, David also of Fredricksburg, she is also survived by numerous loving nieces and nephews.

Norma is preceded in death by her parents, Clark Leslie Bergstrom and Jennie Bob Hays Moffett.

A gathering of Norma’s friends and family will be held at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church in Nederland on Thursday, March 28, 2019 from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. with a Christian Vigil Service at 7:00 p.m. The Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, March 29, 2019 at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church with Father Joseph P. Daleo, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Oak Bluff Memorial Park in Port Neches, Texas.

In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that memorial contributions be made in Norma’s memory to MD Anderson Cancer Center C/O The Handbook of Targeted Cancer Therapy and Immunotherapy Project and Daniel D. Karp, MD. 1400 Holcomb Blvd., Mailstop 0455 Houston, Texas. 77030.

Services are under the direction of Melancon’s Funeral Home, Nederland, Texas.

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Betty ,Steven Palermo March 27, 2019

Norma, the best friend , teacher ,all her students loved her , so sad , prayers for all the family ,

Marilyn Harrell March 27, 2019

My deepest sympathy to you, Leonard and your family. As I watched the beautiful video tribute of Norma, the memories from long ago at Texas A&M came flooding to my mind. We had so much fun together!! I will forever remember Norma's beauty, intelligence and living life to the fullest. God bless you and your family, Marilyn Chatelain Harrell

Paige Sampere March 27, 2019

She was my biology teacher at NHS in 1979 and she was the best teacher I ever had. Prayers for her family and I know she will be missed by many. God Bless Paige Beaver Sampere

Gayla Steve Derouen Family March 26, 2019

Gayla Steve DeRouen Family lit a candle in memory of Norma Jaye Forey

Brenda Brantley March 26, 2019

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Kourtney Hardin March 26, 2019

“There’s so much to say. Most favorite teacher in all 12 years of school, always a role model for each of us, treated us all like one of her own, and blessed beyond measure to know her. We’ll cherish all our memories remembering how special she was.”

Darynda Allen Klein March 26, 2019

She was the best and kept up with me through Facebook and my parents! I’m a principal now, and her style of teaching influenced my own teaching! Firm, supportive, funny... she was an amazing teacher and person! God Bless!

Ashley Mcglothin March 26, 2019

Mrs. Forey always believed in me and taught me to believe in myself. Thank you for being an amazing teacher. You will be greatly missed.

Erin Penn- Betar March 26, 2019

Mrs. Forey kept me smiling in a class that could easily have pulled me under, and kept me interested in a subject that easily could have intimidated me, to the point where at one time I declared I wanted to be a genetic engineer— though my gifts lie most adamantly in other fields!:slightly_smiling_face:Such was her amazing spirit and her influence in my life... My love and prayers go out to her family and all who love her...May Jesus bless you all with the comfort only He can bring. Mrs. Forey, this isn’t goodbye, it is “See you later!” Heaven’s getting sweeter all the time!:heart:

Judy Nichols March 25, 2019

Norma was an inspiration to so many. She fought so hard with grace and courage to stay a force in the lives of those she loved. Well done Norma, you have been good and faithful, and you will dwell in those beautiful Halls forever.

Melancon'S Funeral Home March 25, 2019

Melancon's Funeral Home created a Tribute Video in memory of Norma Jaye Forey

Alicia Murphy Monk March 25, 2019

Ms. Forey was a wonderful teacher and a kind soul. I will continue to cherish my fond memories of her. She inspired my love for science. She will be dearly missed.

Sue Glaze March 25, 2019

So sorry to hear of Norma's death. She is still living through Christ and with Him. We shall meet again. My prayers are with your family, -Sue Callaway Glaze

Michael Bunger March 25, 2019

Leonard: Eloise & I are so sorry for such a loss to you and your family. Our prayers are with you.

Charlotte Martinez March 25, 2019

Ms. Forey was hands down my favorite teacher. She inspired me with the love of science. She also Taught my brother and inspired him also. He is now one of the top oncology surgeons in the United States. He was doing his residency at MD when she was first being diagnosed. Norma was such a special person that our family was lucky to have known. Prayers and love to all her family. I know she is resting peaceful with our lord and fully healed. Charlotte Scoggins Martinez.

Phyllis Labure March 24, 2019

Norma was an awesome Christian lady. She was my teacher at NHS. Then We made our ACTS retreat together and I got to know her in a whole different way. Then I taught her wonderful grandsons and she would come to school and help with their classes and I grew to love her as a grandparent. She LOVED those boys and would do anything for them. I am so honored to have the privilege to know her in so many of her roles. She was courageous, generous, loving person. My heart breaks for her beautiful family but I know they are a family filled with faith and God will wrap His arms around all of them and give them peace and comfort. Phyllis Arsement LaBure

Sam Leblanc March 24, 2019

I came to NHS in Aug. 2002. I remember the faculty being overjoyed that Norma was there for the first day of teacher inservice after maybe her first battle with cancer. She was obviously an important part of the faculty. After getting to know Norma I can honestly say she is the most courageous person I have ever met. She will be deeply missed by her peers at NHS.

Doug Neill March 24, 2019

Carol and I were shocked and saddened by the news of Norma's passing.

Donna Toney Charleton March 24, 2019

Heavens light will shine a lot brighter. The Bergstrom girls were the best part of my childhood! My heartfelt prayers to the family. Donna Toney Charleton

Jimmy Quebedeaux March 24, 2019

I didn't realize that I even HAD a favorite teacher until about 10 years after graduation. Mrs Forey was it. Rest in peace.

Charles Kamps March 24, 2019

Please accept our deepest sympathy at the passing of Norma. May God’s Grace and the thoughts and prayers of so many comfort the entire family. Butch & Judy Kamps

Terrie Mougia March 24, 2019

This saddens my heart...if only u knew how much you impacted my life. You believed in me and stood with me during some of the worst days of my life. Forever grateful!

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Catromer@Gmail.Com March 24, 2019

My thoughts and prayers are with your family. This came as a total shock. Nancy and I always looked forward to our times with Norma in Houston. I know she will be missed and I feel fortunate for having known her. Cheryl Romer

Becky Rogers Powell March 24, 2019

She was my favorite teacher EVER!! She was also a fabulous role model for her students. My oldest daughter was lucky enough to be taught by her before she retired. She touched so many lives and will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers for the entire family. She fought long and hard and while she will leave a hole in many hearts she is finally pain free. RIP to my favorite teacher and all around beautiful person.

Sandy Rogers March 24, 2019

Some of my fondest High School memories included this wonderful lady:heart: Her legacy is nothing less than outstanding!

Brittany Dozier March 24, 2019

She was hands down my most favorite teacher of all time.Never have I ever seen a teacher teach with so much passion before! She made every day so much fun-NOTHING was boring,even when it was supposed to be. She had this incredibly unique way of engaging and inspiring ALL of her students- there wasn't a single young adult in that class that wasn't in love with her. What an AMAZING soul.

Mary March 24, 2019

One of the best teachers in NISD she will be missed.. Prayers to all of her family

Kim (Vincent) Dugas (Class Of 84) March 24, 2019

Mrs. Forey was instrumental in my decision to work in the medical field. It was in her class that I developed a love for biology. I am forever grateful for the impact she had on my education and field of work.

Chris March 24, 2019

Mrs. Forey was my favorite Biology teacher ever. She had a way about her that made science fun. She will be sorely missed by all who knows her but at least she is in no longer in pain. RIP you sweet lady.

Kim March 24, 2019

What an amazing teacher she was!!! My all time favorite thru all 12 years I went to school. Thank you Mrs Forey for being such an inspiration to all those that were blessed to have you as their teacher and touch their lives the way you did. Prayers for peace and comfort for your family. Kim (Griggs) Soares

Chrissy Badeaux March 24, 2019

Mrs. Forey was my FAVORITE teacher and really instilled a passion for science in me!! I was also her student aid my senior year!! I will graduate this May as a Doctor of Physical Therapy! I’ll never forget her letting us get off topic because “that’s when you learn”! I will always remember her loving, kind, sweet, fighting Aggie personality and her beautiful heart!! :heart::+1::heart: Prayers for her family and her kids she always talked about in class! We all knew how proud she was of each one of you!!! Thank you for sharing her with us!

Jerrie Franklin Muriel March 24, 2019

Mrs. Forey was favorite teacher. She was tough but always fair. My sincere sympathy to her family. I know she will he missed.

Jamie *Bass Coker March 23, 2019

She was such a Mom figure to me and then a Teacher and later a dear friend. My deepest condolences to everyone that knew Norma like i did. She is with our Father in Heaven now.... no more suffering. I will continue to pray for her family and friends.