Norma “Jean” Sallee, 87, of Troy, Kansas passed away Monday, February 6, 2023 at the Willow in Wathena, Kansas.

Jean was born on April 27, 1935, in White Cloud, Kansas to Robert Edwin “Ed” and Ada (Lewis) Thornton.

She was a homemaker and a farmer- wife, which was her most important calling. Prior to this, Jean worked for Hallmark Cards. Along with being a wife and mom, Jean worked at the Doniphan County Courthouse, in multiple offices. She was also a secretary for Doniphan Electric Coop, Kansas Barber Board, and kept books for Napa Auto Parts.

Jean married Donald Sallee on August 28, 1953 in Troy, Kansas. He preceded her in death on August 27, 2019. She was also preceded in death by her parents .and sister, Vivian Middleton.

Survivors: Daughter, Susan Losson (Brad)

Son, Darrell Sallee (Lori) both of Troy, Kansas.

Grandchildren, Stephanie Davies, Rachel Kesterson, Elizabeth Shain, Monica Scholz, Derek Losson, Dana Starke, Jason Blanton and Jamie Molloy.

8 Great-grandchildren.

Sisters, Joy Livingston (Paul), Otis, Colorado.

Sharon Hanlan, Troy, Kansas.

Numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral Service: 11:00 A.M. Friday, February 10, 2023

At the New Life Church, Blair, Kansas.

Visitation: 9-11:00 A.M. 2 hours prior to service at the church. Friends may call after 9 A.M. Thursday, at the Harman-Rohde Funeral Home in Troy, Kansas.

Burial: Courter Cemetery, Troy, Kansas.

Memorials: St. Croix Hospice or New Life Church.

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