Barbara J Norling (Baskfield)

life story

She was "Unconditional Love" Barbara Norling, Wife, Mom, Grandma, GG.

When I die Give what’s left of me away To children And old men that wait to die. And if you need to cry, Cry for your brother Walking the street beside you. And when you need me, Put your arms Around anyone And give them What you need to give to me. I want to leave you something, Something better Than words Or sounds. Look for me In the people I’ve known Or loved, And if you cannot give me away, At least let me live on in your eyes And not your mind. You can love me most By letting Hands touch hands, By letting bodies touch bodies, And by letting go Of children That need to be free. Love doesn’t die, People do. So, when all that’s left of me Is love, Give me away. By Merrit Malloy

All Are Welcome At The Norlings'

Norling Barbara J (Baskfield) Age 93 of Plymouth, Born May 15, 1931, passed away peacefully at home June 5, 2024. Preceded in death by her husband Sven Gunnar Norling. Barb was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother and GG She is survived by her children John Norling (Lesbia), Nancy Norling (Al Boston), Kathy Mathews (Dan). Grandchildren Neyeli, Emilio, Marcus, Albert (Li-Ting), Danny (Beth), Emily (Ross) and her cherished great grandchildren Bella, Albert, Noah and Anita. Barb lived life to the fullest and loved unconditionally. Nothing brought her more joy than family gathered together sharing music, good food and wine. Progressive in every sense of the word, her worldview was one of love and acceptance of all people and all animals. She was an avid reader and a whiz at crossword puzzles, Wordle and Wheel of Fortune, all which kept her young at heart and her mind sharp. She will be deeply missed by all that knew and loved her.

Mass of the Christian burial will be held at Holy Presence Catholic Community Friday August 2, 2024 11:00 am with visitation beginning at 10:00 am. (Holy Presence shares space with St Paul’s United Church of Christ ) 900 Summit Ave St Paul MN, 55105 Luncheon to follow. A private burial will be held at a later date at Fort Snelling. In lieu of flowers, donations preferred to Walking With A Purpose MN or Common Hope.

memorial service

Celebration Of Life

August 2, 2024

Visitation is from 10-11 AM

Mass is from 11-12PM

Luncheon To Follow

(Burial at Fort Snelling will happen with family at a later date)