Norma J. Paahana, age 81, of Delta, peacefully passed away early Saturday morning, September 7, 2024 at Community Health Professionals Inpatient Hospice in Defiance.  She was born in Wauseon on July 28, 1943 to the late Gilford Slee and Doris (Irwin) Slee.  Norma graduated from Delta High School in 1961.  She served over 15 years with IOC in Wauseon before retiring.  Norma enjoyed traveling, painting and crocheting.  Most of all she enjoyed spending time with her family, grandchildren and great grandson.  Norma was a proud member of the Wauseon VFW Ladies Auxiliary.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Carolyn "Sue" Roseman in 2008.  Norma is survived by her daughter, Cora M. Burres of Delta; son, Nick L. Paahana of Delta; grandchildren, Sadie, Seth and Sophia Burres and great grandson, Marcellus Burres.  A celebration of life gathering honoring Norma will be announced at a later date.  Arrangements have been entrusted to Barnes Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 5825 St Hwy 109 in Delta. Online condolences may be sent to the family through our website at www.barnesfuneralchapel.com.