Arlene Norwood, 94

Arlene Norwood passed away, at the age of 94 at the Boundary County Community Restorium, Bonners Ferry, Idaho.

A memorial service will take place at a later date.

Arlene was born on September 6, 1930, to Minnie and Samuel Fulgham in Emmett, Idaho. She married Robert Norwood in Emmett on October 18, 1948, and they were married 57 years. Their three children, Kris (Phil) Schnuerle, Kevin Norwood, and Kim Norwood were all born in Emmett.

The Norwood family moved to Bonners Ferry, Idaho in 1960 and operated a dairy farm in Cow Creek for many years. Arlene was employed at the Boundary County Library, upon retirement she volunteered at Second Chance and the CPA Animal Shelter. Arlene was also a member of the Boundary County Library Board.

Arlene is survived by her three children, Kris (Phil), Kevin, and Kim; wo grandchildren, Mike (Paula) Schulte and Steven (Sarah) Shulte;and three great-grandchildren, Paisley, Porter, and Mason Schulte. She is also survived by her brother, Gene (Sandra) Fulgham. Arlene is preceded in death by her husband, Robert; her parents, Sam and Minnie Fulgham; and her five siblings, Tom, Betty, Lee, Leon, and Duane.

The family sends their heartfelt gratitude and appreciation to the staff of the Restorium where Arlene spent the list nine years of her life. We’d also like to thank Auburn Crest Hospice for their kindness and care. Donations may be made to the Friends of the Restorium and to Auburn Crest Hospice, both in Bonners Ferry, Idaho. To leave a message or memory for the family go to bonnersferryfuneralhome.com. Bonners Ferry Funeral Home is caring for the family.