Norma Jean (Church) Irwin

Norma Jean (Church) Irwin, 81, of Hot Springs Village, Ark., passed away September 21, 2019. She was born June 22, 1938, in Swifton, Ark., to Clarence and Ina (Hanes) Church. Norma was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Don Irwin; and brother, Jimmy Church. Survivors include son, Phillip Vinson of Batesville, Ark.; daughters, Angela Vinson Aguilar of Royal, Vanessa Vinson of Hot Springs Village, Marsha Nicholson of Hot Springs Village; grandchildren, Elena, Courtney, Juana, Summer, Aaron, Chase, Yolanda, Amber, Jace, and Brice; numerous great-grandchildren; brothers, Ray Church (Ann), Jerry Church (Michelle); and sisters, Joyce Scroggins (Hank), Lois Hutsenpiller (Steve), Sherrie Blanton (Carroll). Anyone who knew Norma will tell you she was a prankster with an infectious laugh. Her home was the focal point for family to gather, enjoying her home cooking. She was always active in her younger years, waterskiing, fishing, and loved to travel visiting her children and grandchildren. A celebration of Norma's life was held 6 p.m. Thursday, September 26 at the Church of Christ in Swifton, Ark. Online condolences at www.caruth-hale.com.