Norma L. Alexander, 83

CRANSTON, R.I. – Norma L.  Alexander died Dec. 26, 2015, at Philip Hulitar Inpatient Center. She was the beloved wife of the late Dr. Reuben Alexander. Born in Providence, a daughter of the late Harry and Alice (Yoken) Kastal, she had lived in Cranston for several years before moving to Providence.

Norma was a member of Temple Beth-El. She attended the University of Rhode Island. She was active in the Girl Scouts of America. For many years she was an avid square dancer, was a member and sat on the board of directors for the Square and Round Dance Foundation of Rhode Island.  She also owned her own clothing business in Cranston for many years. 

Devoted mother of Judith Ferry of Warwick and Richard Alexander and his wife, Leslie, of Cranston. Loving grandmother of Sarah and Jacob.

Contributions in her memory may be made to Home and Hospice Care of R.I., 1085 North Main St., Providence, R.I. 02904 or The Square & Round Dance Foundation of R.I., P.O. Box 20011, Cranston, R.I. 02920.