Norma Jean Mattingly

Norma Jean Mattingly, 74, of Des Arc, Missouri, passed away Friday, June 13, 2025 at Campbell Heathcare and Senior Living in Campbell, Missouri.

She was born on July 20, 1950 in Butler County, Missouri, to John N. Clayton, Jr. and Patricia (Gardner) Clayton. On June 5, 1981 she married Charles Mattingly.

Norma was a longtime resident of Des Arc. She enjoyed running a green house, growing flowers, quilting, and embroidery work. Around 1975 Norma started working at Proctor and Gamble as a sectary and work her way to the first female mechanic and electrician, through hard work and self-studying Norma became a master electrician, and pass that skill to her children. She showed her children and grandchildren that through hard work you can accomplish anything you set your mind to. She was a big supporter of the SEMO basketball team and would even hire some of the players to help remodel rental homes and taught them what she knew about electrical work. Norma especially loved spending time with her family.

Norma is survived by his loving wife Norma; one son, Richard Crossen; one daughter Shannon Wargo; five grandchildren, Kenneth Green, Aaron Wargo, Zachary Wargo, Brittany Crossen, and Alex Crossen; and one great grandchild, Bishop Wargo. Norma is proceeded in death by her parents, John and Patricia Clayton. A host of family and friends survive.

Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Fitch- Hillis Funeral Home is assisting with all funeral arrangements.

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