Norma Jean Cauble, of Lima, Ohio and formerly of Sunman, was born on May 30, 1936. The cherished daughter of Bert and Elma Cooper (née Ford), she was known to all who loved her simply as Nan, a name that reflected the warmth and affection she so generously gave. She was a proud graduate of Shawnee High School in Louisville. On September 8, 1956, Norma was united in marriage to Sterling L. Cauble. Together, they built a beautiful family and a life devoted to serving others through ministry and the Word of the Lord. She was employed by the Sunman Dearborn Community School Corporation for more than ten years as a teacher’s aide. A devoted preacher’s wife, Norma was the heart of her family, the steady presence who kept the household running smoothly. She faithfully served alongside her husband at Sunman Community Church from 1960 to 1980, and then at Sunman Bible Church from 1980 until their retirement in 2010. She had been a dedicated member of the Evangelical Church Alliance since 1960, frequently traveling to attend conferences and gatherings. In her spare time, Norma enjoyed reading and working puzzles. Above all, she treasured the precious time spent with her grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and beloved family.
On Wednesday, February 18, 2026, at the age of 89, Norma passed away peacefully with family by her side at her daughter’s residence in Lima, Ohio.
Those surviving who will cherish her memory include her children, Marilyn (Dr. Allen) Bryant of Lima, OH, and Mark (Suellen) Cauble of Lawrenceburg, IN; five grandchildren, Joshua (Kristen ) Rauch, Jill (Craig) Ribley, Jamie (Kirt) Gaynor, Natalie (Cody) Busse, and Glenn Allen “Buddy” Bryant IV; six great-grandchildren, Gavin and Keagen Rauch, Baron and Nolan Ribley, Jamesion Gaynor, and Blaise Busse; brother, Kenneth Cooper; and sister-in-law, Pearl (Ralph) Bradley. Norma was preceded in death by her husband of over 65 years, Dr. Sterling L. Cauble, her parents, Bert and Elma Cooper; sister, Treva Cooper; brother-in-law, Robert Cauble, and sister-in-law, Becky Cauble.
Visitation will be held on Monday, February 23, 2026, at Cook Rosenberger Funeral Home, 107 W. Vine Street, Sunman, Indiana 47041, from 11 a.m. until the time of service at 2 p.m. Burial will follow immediately after in St. Paul Cemetery.
Memorial contributions in honor of Norma may be directed to the Lima Memorial Hospital Foundation. Donations can be made online at their website or in person at the visitation.
To share a fond memory, leave a personal condolence, or to sign the online guestbook, please visit www.cookrosenberger.com. The staff of Cook Rosenberger Funeral Home are honored to care for Norma and her family.