Marie-Anne Norelia

March 8, 1928 - May 13, 2022

Marie-Anne Norelia was born on March 8th, 1928, in Bombar-dopolis, Haiti. She was the second of eight children of Victon Norelia and Antoinette Saintcir Norelia, who preceded her death. Marie-Anne was blessed with seven beautiful children; Roseline Joseph (deceased), Rozanne Joseph, Carlos Joseph (deceased), Kepler Norelia, Marc- Elie Norelia (Monique), Emmanuel Norelia (deceased), and a daughter who passed away during birth along with an over-flow of grandchildren and great grandchildren. Grandchildren; Schmid Joseph, Luce-Berth Brigitte Norelia, Kepler Norelia Jr, Jougas Norelia, Kaina Norelia, Jeffey Ulcena, Jessey Ulcena, Marc-Emile Norelia, Marc- Eddy Norelia, Baina Norelia. Great Grandchildren; Saya Joseph, Skyson Joseph, Elias Norelia, Nova Norelia, Monika Norelia. Additionally, Marie-Anne is survived by her brother Roosevelt Norelia and his wife Laurette Norelia: their dauahters Roseretta Norelia and shirley Norelia plus an abundance of nieces, nephews, cousins, and other loved ones that will miss her dearly. Marie-Anne was the matriarch of the family. She was a hardworking single mother who heavily promoted education and faith among her children. She was a great cook, often whipping up some delicious Haitian dishes for her family and friends. She enjoyed gardening, singing, dancing and most of all cherished being around family especially her grandchildren. She also loved her hometown of Bombardopolis and often enjoyed a nice cup of coffee in the morning. Marie-Anne Norelia will be missed by many, memorialized by family and loved by all.