Norma J. Ridenour

RIDENOUR – Norma J. (Ravenscraft), 82, Lorain Borough, went to be with the Lord on March 15, 2026, at home. Born July 28, 1943, in Windber, daughter of Theodore and Alma K. Ravenscraft. Preceded in death by parents; husband, Gerald Ridenour Sr., 13 siblings and numerous nieces and nephews. Survived by son, Gerald Ridenour Jr. and wife Annette (Smith) of Johnstown, daughter, Traci Ridenour, Johnstown, sisters-in-law, Deborah Phillips, Johnstown, Sandy Ravenscraft and Marlene Ravenscraft, Wheatland PA, special nieces, Rose, Ashley and Diane Allen, Brianna Catchings, Kayla Lepley and Tammy Lepley and Mary Ann Miller, numerous nieces and nephews, best friend, Leitha Piskura and Max, our Fur baby. Our Family would like to thank Denise Bagley, Kayla Lepley and Kristine Donato for taking such good care of mom during the past year up until the end. Special thanks to Crystal, Stephanie and Mandi of 1 Laurel Highlands Hospice for the great care that you provided to mom. Norma was a 1962 graduate of Conemaugh Township High School, where she was a member of the Newspaper as an editor. Norma worked for MetLife Insurance Company for 20 years from where she retired in July of 2006. She enjoyed reading, spending time with family and friends, traveling and playing slot machines. The family will receive friends from 3-7 p.m. Thursday, March 19, 2026 at Harris Funeral Home, 500 Cherry Lane, Richland, and again from 10 a.m. until time of Funeral service at 11 a.m. Friday, March 20, 2026 with Pastor Mike Kenney officiating. Committal, Benshoff Hill Cemetery. Online condolences may be posted at www.wharrisfuneralhome.com.