Norma Lee Elbus

Norma Lee Elbus, age 80, of Quincy, died on Sunday, April 3, 2022 surrounded by her family. She was born on July 16, 1941 in Ripley, IL, the daughter of J. Collis and H. Louise (Ham) Clark. Norma married John Richard Elbus on July 10, 1959 in St. Mary Catholic Church, Mt. Sterling, IL. He preceded her in death on December 22, 2009 after 50 years of marriage.

Norma was a graduate of Brown County High School. She was retired from Quincy Medical Group.

She was a member of the Church of St. Peter and the Elks. Norma enjoyed spending time boating on the Mississippi River and the Lake of the Ozarks with her family and friends, traveling, playing cards-euchre and pitch were a few of her favorites. Her greatest joy was spending time with her family, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and friends.

Norma is survived by her children, Kelly (Daniel) Powell, Sr.; Kim (Steve) Griggs, Kathy (Shane Barnes) Tappe, and Kevin (Deana) Elbus all of Quincy.
Grandchildren, D.J. (Nicole) Powell, Amber (Nathan) Speckhart, Korey (Olivia) Powell, Kyle (Jami) Powell, Katie (Wade) Pellman, Lauren Cannady and Connor Griggs; Andy (Michaela) Tappe, Alex (Kori) Tappe, Christopher (Makayla Edmunds) Elbus, Nicholas and Mitchell Elbus.
Great-Grandchildren, Autumn and Carter Speckhart, Evan and Ella Powell, Aiden and Lyla Powell; Ryleigh, Kooper and Jaxon Powell; Hayes and Crew Pellman, Theo, Lena and Arlo Tappe; Breyer, Noelle and Brysen Elbus.
A Brother, Mike (Marilena) Clark of Mt. Sterling.
Numerous nieces and nephews also survive.

Norma was preceded in death by her parents, her husband and a son-in-law, Tony Tappe.

Funeral services will be held on Monday, April 11, 2022 at 9:30 a.m. at the Duker & Haugh Funeral Home and a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m. in the Church of St. Peter. Interment in Calvary Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Sunday from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. in the Duker & Haugh Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to Blessing Hospice or Alzheimer’s Association.

18 Comments

  1. Blane and Angie Barnes on November 16, 2022 at 12:24 pm

    So very sorry for your loss. Thinking of you all

  2. Rick and Cindy Kunkel on November 16, 2022 at 12:24 pm

    Our thoughts and prayers go out to Norma’s family.

  3. Thomas and Diana Yockey on November 16, 2022 at 12:24 pm

    Our condolence to Norma’s family,a friend since 1st grade and a “twin” by birthday. She will be greatly missed.

  4. Kristy Calvo McCarter on November 16, 2022 at 12:24 pm

    So many great memories of Aunt Norma. German chocolate cake, playing cards, drinking beer and lots of laughs. She took us into her home when we didn’t have one. She was a very special person and I will miss her.

  5. Jodi M Bliven on November 16, 2022 at 12:24 pm

    To all the Elbus Family,
    I’m deeply sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in your loving memories and also knowing your dear mom, grandma, aunt, friend is now at peace.
    My condolences to all.
    With deepest sympathy,
    Jodi Schaffnit-Bliven

  6. Kirsten Fogle Jude on November 16, 2022 at 12:24 pm

    Big hugs to the family. I loved Aunt Norma! Boating and family picnics. Christmases and food and whiskey slushes and cards! Oh my!

  7. Ruth Koch on November 16, 2022 at 12:24 pm

    My sincere condolences to all the family. I remember so many good times with your Aunt Susan and John and Norma. She was a lovely lady and very proud of all her children.

  8. Rick and Joyce Fogle on November 16, 2022 at 12:24 pm

    My heart goes out to all my family and friends up there

    Norma was a fun loving full of life person

    I loved being around her and John

    She truly was loved by all!

  9. Sue Morrow on November 16, 2022 at 12:24 pm

    Sincere condolences. One of my favorite cousins. Great memories with Norma

  10. Ann (Calvo) Smola on November 16, 2022 at 12:24 pm

    We will miss our boat loving, Euchre master, and lemon bar chef Aunt Norma . May she finally be at peace. Love you aunt Norma

  11. Robyn Johnson on November 16, 2022 at 12:24 pm

    So sorry to hear of Norma‘s passing. Condolences to the family and prayers for you at this difficult time.

  12. Dale & Laura Mitchell on November 16, 2022 at 12:24 pm

    Mike & Marilena, we are sad that you have lost your sister. Prayers for all the family.

  13. Beth Ormond on November 16, 2022 at 12:24 pm

    Prayers for the family. I enjoyed working with Norma for many years at P&S/QMG.

  14. Sue & Ray Archer on November 16, 2022 at 12:24 pm

    Our sympathies Kelly and family.

  15. Peggy and Harvey Lancaster on November 16, 2022 at 12:24 pm

    Sending our condolences to the family. We enjoyed being neighbors for many years. Miss both John and Norma. A friendship that can’t be replaced.

  16. Linda Hall on November 16, 2022 at 12:24 pm

    Kathy, Kim & families- so sorry for your loss. May memories of cherished time with your mom bring you comfort.

  17. Kathy Schwartz on November 16, 2022 at 12:24 pm

    She will be missed

  18. Katie Eades on November 16, 2022 at 12:24 pm

    She was a lovely, funny woman who will be missed. My condolences to the family. ❤️

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