(From Derfelt Funeral Home)Norma Ray Littlepage, age 86 of Galena, passed away at 10:00 pm on Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at Freeman West Hospital in Joplin, MO.
Norma was born on June 5, 1940 to the union of William and Jewell (Stark) Woodard. She had been a lifetime resident of Galena, working for over 35 years as a nurse's aide at several area nursing homes including Spring Valley, Galena Manor, and Barker's Rest Home until her retirement in 2000. She was a member of the Pentecostal Faith.
She is survived by four sons, Marvin Boyce of Joplin, MO; Charles Boyce (wife, Violet) of Galena, Robert Boyce of Baxter Springs, KS, and Kevin Bozarth of Galena; one brother, William F. Woodard (wife, Peggy) of Joplin; two sisters, Nancy St. Clair of Joplin, and Billye Albright of Quapaw, OK; as well as four step-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death her parents, one brother, Joe Dale Woodard; and two sisters, Sandra Dunaway and Frona Burris.
She was preceded in death her parents, one brother, Joe Dale Woodard; and two sisters, Sandra Dunaway and Frona Burris.
Ms. Littlepage has been entrusted to Derfelt Funeral Home of Galena for cremation. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 PM on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 at the funeral home. Pastor Jim Whitlock will officiate. Burial will follow at Oak Hill Cemetery of Galena.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Spring Grove Church in care of the funeral home. Online condolences may be expressed at www.derfeltfuneralhomes.com
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