Former Plainville resident Norma Leigh Bard, 97, Wiggins, Colo.,
passed away on April 30, 2026.

She retired from Southwestern Bell Telephone Company after 30
years of dedicated service. She also volunteered at Hays Medical Center,
generously giving her time to support the community.

In addition to her volunteer work, Norma loved to travel,
embracing new places and experiences throughout her long life. She found joy in
sewing and quilting, sharing her creativity and warmth through every piece she
made. Norma lived a long and meaningful life and will be deeply missed by all
who knew and loved her.

She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Stephen and Ella
Bard, along with five grandchildren, twelve great-grandchildren, and numerous
nieces and nephews.

Graveside service at Plainville is scheduled for Tuesday, June
2, at 11 a.m. at Plainville City Cemetery.

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 </figure>Norma Leigh Bard1928 - 2026Former Plainville resident Norma Leigh Bard, 97, Wiggins, Colo.,
passed away on April 30, 2026.She was born on August 28, 1928.She retired from Southwestern Bell Telephone Company after 30
years of dedicated service. She also volunteered at Hays Medical Center,
generously giving her time to support the community.In addition to her volunteer work, Norma loved to travel,
embracing new places and experiences throughout her long life. She found joy in
sewing and quilting, sharing her creativity and warmth through every piece she
made. Norma lived a long and meaningful life and will be deeply missed by all
who knew and loved her.She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Stephen and Ella
Bard, along with five grandchildren, twelve great-grandchildren, and numerous
nieces and nephews.Graveside service at Plainville is scheduled for Tuesday, June
2, at 11 a.m. at Plainville City Cemetery.