Norma Jean Cabral

Norma Jean Cabral, went to meet her Jesus on May 10, 2023 lovingly surrounded by her daughter & close friends at home, after a long battle with breast cancer.

Jean was born in Berne, IN on November 21, 1933, to Eda Mae (Wyss) & Donald Charles Sweeney. She is survived by her daughter, Bridget Ann (Parr) Wise (John Dodge); nephew Michael Sweeney; first husband, John H. Parr.

Jean is also survived by stepchildren Martie Cabral, Laurie Burson (Nick), and Nancy Millard (Tony); grandchildren Kevin J. Wise (Amy), Daniel P. Wise (Jenny), Stephen C. Wise (Taylor), Lew Cabral (Christine), Caroline Cabral (Erik Bowditch), Kristin Oimas (Jacob), Chelsea Perkins (Adam), Shea Lindon, Danyelle Crowell (Neil Hammitt), and Josh Crowell (Molly); great-grandchildren Ava, Kaden, Kinsley & Harper; Connor & Nolan; Kohen, Evelyn, & Jack; Keilan, Declan, & Rohnan; Jack & Eloise; Paislee & Lydia.

Jean was predeceased by her parents; brother, Richard Sweeney; husband of 50 years, Louis A. Cabral; step-son, Lew Cabral; and step-daughter, Lynda Cabral.

In earlier years, Jean resided in Chalfont & Doylestown, PA, where she married Louis Cabral on January 24, 1969. They resided in Toledo, OH; Satellite Beach, FL; Berne, IN,; and finally Port Clinton, Ohio where they enjoyed spending time on the porch with their wonderful Tenth Street neighbors who became as close as family.

In Jean’s final weeks she was cared for in the home of her generous neighbors Tom & Chris Smit, with daughter Bridget by her side. Jean & Big Lou had formed a special loving relationship with Tom & Chris over their years in Port Clinton.

Fond memories of Jean include her strong faith in Jesus; her ready laughter; calling it as she saw it, no matter who you were; Tim Horton’s Fresh coffee; her loving support of her husband Lou and all of her extended family & friends. She was an excellent cook and baker and enjoyed spending time in her kitchen trying new recipes. Jean was a beautiful, opinionated, funny, generous and spunky Irish woman. She will be missed by many.

Jean's Celebration of Life Open House will be Sunday, July 16th, 2023 from 1:00-4:00pm.

Location: Peace Lutheran Church-900 S. Jefferson St, Port Clinton, OH 43452

Finger foods & beverages will be served.

Please bring a story or annecdote to write on a remembrance card. Extra points for funny stories, which there should be no shortage of those!

I am hoping to see everyone there, but understand if you aren't able to attend. Please feel free to share your stories with me on my messenger, mail or email. I would love to hear them all. We would like to thank Promedica Hospice for the care they provided Mom in her final months. Those wishing to donate in Jean’s memory are asked to consider: www.fisherhouse.org Arrangements being made by: www.toledocremation.com