Catherine L. Nommensen
Catherine L. Nommensen, 94, of Southern Pines, died Saturday March 6th at Pinehurst HealthCare in Pinehurst.
A long time resident of Knollwood Village in Southern Pines, she was born at Harmony Hall in White Oak, NC. She graduated from Shaw University in Chicago, Ill. She spent her career as a judicator and claims adjuster for the Rail Road Retirement board, a branch of the federal government.
Catherine met he husband of 50 years, Arthur Nommensen in Chicago at the Aragon Ballroom in 1957. He was a dance instructor. Catherine and Art spent many years as professional Ballroom dancers. Catherine was also an expert seamstress and sewed most of her ball gowns.
Catherine was preceded in death by her father, mother, 1 brother and 2 half brothers.
Catherine is survived by her husband Arthur, nephew Paul Layton, grand- nephews Jonathan and Jason Layton, grand-niece Allison Ardin, 5 great-grand nieces and Edward and Debbie Davis and their son and daughter Jay and Holly.
A memorial service will be held at a later date. Online condolences at www.bolesfuneralhome.com
Boles Funeral Home of Southern Pines in charge of arrangements.
March 9th, 2010 at 8:46 am
Sweet Catherine
You gave everyone your love so freely.
You will be greatly missed and forever remembered.
March 9th, 2010 at 7:41 pm
You were the most delightful person, Catherine! You were always smiling and friendly. It was a pleasure to see you and Arthur dance together. We remember how you loved doughnuts on Wednesday mornings at Park West. Rest in peace, sweet friend.
March 10th, 2010 at 3:05 pm
Catherine and Arthur have been very special guests of ours for quite a while. She will be missed greatly.Our entire staff sends their thoughts,prayers and love to Arthur and the family.
March 10th, 2010 at 8:35 pm
Our deepest sympathy to Art in the lose of his dear wife, Catherine. We will always treasure the special times we had with both of you during the many years of friendship. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
your friends, Sig and Winifred Andres and Dave and Renate Andres
March 15th, 2010 at 12:00 pm
What a beautiful lady and special person!
May 6th, 2010 at 3:13 pm
Aunt Catherine, we always loved your spunk and spirit. Your love for your family’s heritage has been passed, and we keep the family records that you started going. Your namesake, Olivia Catherine, your nephew, grand-neices and nephews, and the rest of the Layton family lift you in prayer.
In peace,
Allison Layton Hardin