WEST ROCKPORT — Norma L. Greenrose, 74, widow of Oscar A. Greenrose, died April 17, 2017, at the Sussman House in Rockport. Born in West Rockport on Jan. 19, 1943, she was the daughter of Edwin Sydney and Charlotte Virginia (Lane) Lermond. She attended schools in Rockport and Camden.

In 1960, she married the lover of her life, Oscar A. Greenrose at Simonton Corner Hall in Rockport. Oscar was a caretaker and Norma was a housekeeper and caterer, and they worked for local families in Rockport and Camden. She enjoyed harvesting blueberries on land that had been in her family since 1912. With her outgoing personality, she loved entertaining, and listening to music with family and friends. An avid shopper, Norma was always willing to make a quick trip to the grocery store into an all-day adventure when given the opportunity. Her hobbies included knitting, crocheting, reading and gardening. The family enjoyed many great times boating on Megunticook Lake.

Norma moved to Anderson Inn in Camden, where she received compassionate and loving care. The family wishes to extend their gratitude to the many caregivers there, as well as Jennifer Dreher, FNP.

Predeceased by her husband, Oscar A. Greenrose who died in 1991; a brother-in-law, Reino Greenrose; and a sister-in-law, Vera Greenrose Townsend; she is survived by two children, Edwin Greenrose and his wife, Carmen, of Warren, and Sonia Mazzeo and her husband, Emilo "David"; five grandchildren, Tracey Heald and her husband, Nick, of Rockport, Jessica Willis of Union, Thomas Miller of New York, and Issac Greenrose and Alex Greenrose, both of Union; her great-grandchildren, Nicky, Shawn, Isiah, Aiden and Emma-Rose; and her cousins, including Diane Hannon and Patsy Crabtree.

Calling hours will be held Friday, May 12, from 4 to 6 p.m. at Long Funeral Home, 9 Mountain St. in Camden. Private interment will be held at the convenience of the family in West Rockport Cemetery.

If desired, memorial gifts may be made to the Sussman House, c/o Pen Bay Healthcare, 22 White Street, Rockland, ME 04841.