Bridgewater, VT- Norma Brownell, 68, died Thursday, October 15, 2015 at her home surrounded by her family,

She was born January 27, 1947 in Cambridge, MA, and was raised on Cape Cod and attended Junior High School in Yarmouth. She graduated from Woodstock High School class of 1965. She would return seasonally to the Cape, Killington as well running a Christian summer camp in Flag Staff, AZ. She was a hard worker and worked as a caretaker, companion, and later aide individuals with in home healthcare. She had a green thumb and enjoyed her time gardening. She was a self taught interior designer and had an eye for style and antiques.

She is predeceased by her husband, Barry Brownell.

Norma is survived by a daughter Jessica Rowell of Canaan, NH; a son Eben Martin of Sharon, VT; a grandson Hunter Grace; a step daughter Nora Brownell and her children Austin and Devin Waterman; and a step son, Seth Brownell and her beloved dog and companion Tippy.

A memorial service will be held Sunday, October 25, 2015 at 2PM at the Bridgewater Congregational Church in Bridgewater. Knight Funeral Home in White River Junction assisted with arrangements.

Memorial contributions may be made to: the Lucy Mackenzie Humane Society, P.O. Box 343, Woodstock, VT 05091.