July 7, 1957 - December 25, 2019
A Celebration of Life for Nora Jane Ulsrud-Thorp will be held Saturday, January 4th, 2020 at 1:00 P.M. in the Pace Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Chris Knox officiating.
Nora Jane Ulsrud, born on July 7, 1957 to Harris and Myrtis Ulsrud in Houston, Texas went to be with her Lord on Wednesday, December 25, 2019 at the age of 62. She is preceded in death by her parents and brother Kevin Ulsrud.
Left behind to cherish the wonderful memory of Nora is her loving husband John Thorp, her daughter Ginger Gaus and husband James, her son Ryan Batts and wife Gina, her son Steve Thorp and wife Kristin, her daughter Hayley Unversagt-Thorp, six grandchildren, Brianna Gaus, Brennan Gaus, Leah Thorp, Jordan Batts, Chloe Gaus and Tatum Batts along with numerous other relatives and friends.
Nora proudly served the friendly skies as a flight attendant for Continental/United Airlines and was affectionally known as flying Nana. She always had a beautiful picture to share or story to tell of her many adventures. Nora was the most forgiving, kindest soul and had a smile that could light up any room. She was the light in any dark and we are comforted in knowing in absolute truth she is with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Nora will forever live on in our hearts until we meet again.
Condolences(14)
Sally Dubel
Beaver, PA Thursday, January 9, 2020 Good Lord, I am so very sad for all of you. Nora was one of the kindest people I have ever met. She was such a great buddy to my Sam and Max, as they grew up together with Ginger, Ryan, Joey and Gina. My finest memory is when she very patiently sat with Max on the steps of the pool, and taught him how to swim and he was not even 3 years old! I am so so sorry.Erica Hyatt
Watauga, TX Wednesday, January 1, 2020 Nora was one of a kind... So many memories and all of them I just see her smiling and laughing! She touched so many lives and will forever be missed.All our love and prayers go out to everyone hurting right now.
Jared and Erica Hyatt
Charisse Westfall
Lascassas, TN Wednesday, January 1, 2020 I lost my best friend..."my Texas sister' when I heard the news of Nora's passing. We met when she came to Nashville and we instantly became best friends...which I know that all who know and love Nora would understand how easy that would be. She lit up the world with her smile, charm and love for everyone! My deepest condolences and prayers for peace to John, Ginger and family and Ryan and family. Nora is truly an angel now in heaven as she was on this earth. Love and miss you Nora!!Valerie Landry Sivil
Huffman, TX Tuesday, December 31, 2019 Nora was the kindest, most genuine sweet soul that made everything and everyone feel loved and cared for. Her beautiful smile could light up the room. I know she touched the lives of all those she knew and loved. Nora, you will be so missed but your kindness and sweet spirit will live on in our hearts forever. May you rest in the peace of the Lord.Lori & Jake Thorp
Austin, TX Tuesday, December 31, 2019 The world has lost a beautiful soul and heaven has gained an amazing angel. Nora was the epitome of goodness --a truly delightful person who was always, always so kind and thoughtful and fun to be around. Love and prayers to her family and friends; may you find comfort and peace in cherished memories. Nora's life was most certainly a life well lived.Kathy Johnson Morgan
Kenedy, TX Tuesday, December 31, 2019 I went to High School with Nora and she was the sweetest person. May God comfort and strengthen all of her family and close friends during this difficult time.Judy Dougan
Spring, TX Tuesday, December 31, 2019 I always remember Nora with a beautiful smile on her face, I know her passing has left her loved ones at a loss. She will be missed by all of her family and friends. My heart goes out to all of you!Peggy Bristow
Deer Park, TX Monday, December 30, 2019 Nora was truly a special person. I don't think I've ever seen her without a smile. Her passing is hard for so many and she will be missed. Will definitely miss her at the next GPHS reunion.Martha Wrobleske
Jacinto City, TX Monday, December 30, 2019 So saddled and sorry to hear this. Nora was a wonderful loving careing person who will be greatly missed by all who new her. Rest in God's Peace and Love, Nora.Roger Matheny
Jacinto City, TX Monday, December 30, 2019 Such a beautiful person, you will be missed.Missie Thorp
Austin, TX Monday, December 30, 2019 It is so hard to put into words of the loss of my best friend! My world stopped in time when I heard of your passing. So many of us are grieving. You will forever be remembered for your kindness, generosity, consideration for all, love and that beautiful smile. You genuinely and unselfishly cared for all you came in contact with! You beamed with pride as Nana, as Mom, as Wife, as Aunt, as Relative, as Friend! We know now that we were all touched by an angel! Rest high on that mountain Nora!❤️Wanda Warren
Deer Park, TX Monday, December 30, 2019 Prayers to the family. She was always really sweet to me at family events.Freddie & Sally Plaisance
Westwego, LA Monday, December 30, 2019 John and family, we didn't know Nora but hear good things about her from Hayley. So sorry about your loss and have our deepest sympathy .Freddie & Sally
Brenda Jones
Montgomery, TX Monday, December 30, 2019 Nora Jane, you will live forever in my heart. I will cherish each and every memory. Whenever i fly the friendly skies, i will think of you. I know when you took your last breath of this crazy earth, you took a new breath in the arms of God. What was our loss was truly Heaven's gain. RIP until we meet again. Heaven will never be the same when us east siders get together on the other side. Love you. Miss you. Brenda Sue Jones