Norwin Mary Barrett (3 Apr 1951 - 16 Dec 2016)

My beautiful Mum - Words can not explain how I feel now you are no longer here with us. I feel privileged to have had you as my Mum and you were also the best Grandparent Sam and Anais could have asked for. You were beautiful inside and out, strong, loyal and inspirational and have taught me how to be a good parent and friend. I will miss our chats and your advice. I will miss your smile, laughter and positivity you showed at all times regardless of how you might have been feeling. You left a lasting impression on everyone you met. Our hearts are broken and you will be sorely missed, but your spirit and strength will live on in us all xxxx

I was so grateful to be able to attend Norwin's dignified funeral service with another work colleague and friend. Sorry I did not have the opportunity to talk to the family but you know my condolences and love are with you. Thank you. Ann

So sorry to hear about Norwins passing. She was a great friend to my mum, Ann Coleman, one of the best she ever had and I had the pleasure of meeting her several times throughout the years. Such a lovely friendly and positive lady, may she rest in peace, with love Rachel and family

Norwin,
If love alone could have kept you here you would have lived forever. You always had a smile we won't forget and you devoted your time to your family & friends, your home welcomed us all in & you have inspired us with how you have enjoyed life. Goodnight and rest in peace, love always Sue & Emma xx

Norwin,

Such a lovely lady, you didn't deserve the pain that you suffered.
Family and friends meant everything to you and you always put others before yourself.
You welcomed me into your family from the first time I met you and I always enjoyed calling in to see you, I will miss our chats and the time we spent together.
Kevin often tells me stories of his childhood and they always make me smile but he is so proud of all you did for your family and how strong you remained throughout difficult times in your life, we all are.
Rest in peace now Norwin, you will be forever missed but always remembered with a smile.

Kathryn xxx

To my wonderful Mum

My perfect Mum, you are sorely missed, not just by myself and family but by everyone you ever met.
You were so strong and selfless, so decent and loving.
Reading through all these comments has actually cheered me up.
You are in a better place now, I will never, ever forget you.
Rest in peace
Your loving Son
Kevin xxx

A New Year for all of us, Norwin would want us to live it full of life and laughter, that's what she has left me.If I can live my life with such courage and passion for life and family as my darling cousin,she has taught me well. We will celebrate you later this week.x

My friend Norwin was a loyal, kind and loving daughter, sister, mother, grandmother and friend. Her sparkling eyes were infectious, her zest for life enormous and her bravery and positivity facing her illness knew no bounds. In the face of adversity she was strong and courageous and a weaker person would not have been able to overcome some of the tragedies life bestowed on her. Norwin never spoke disrespectfully about others and kept up friendships over many decades even after moving to Nottingham.
Friends for nearly 50 years I will always treasure the memories, the wild parties in Dunlaoghaire and Sandycove (where uninvited busloads arrived), our chats and laughs, your visits to Dublin and mine to Nottingham.
Suaimhneas síoraí na bhFhlaitheas duit a Norwin in éineacht le do dheirfiúracha Jean agus Miriam.
Love Deirdre x