Nora Smiley Combs

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our dear Nora Jeanne Combs, of Arlington, Texas. Nora, a loving cat mom, was born on October 12, 1950, in Fargo, North Dakota, and passed away on February 17, 2024.

Nora, a retired Senior Sales Specialist in the pharmaceutical industry, was known for her exceptional cooking skills. Her famous pecan pie brought delight to many lucky enough to taste it. She found joy in reading, traveling, and cheering for the Washington Redskins football team, and was beloved by many for her warmth and generosity.

She leaves behind her surviving relatives; her brother Steve Smiley and wife Clara, their children: Taylor Smiley, wife Jenny and their children: Clara and Paul, Caroline and her husband Drew, their children: Mary and Henry. Her youngest brother Paul Smiley and wife Karen.

Nora will always be cherished for the love she shared with her late husband, Robert Combs, known to many as “Bobby Combs.” We remember her for the friendship, laughter, and joy she brought into our lives.

Please join us in honoring Nora’s memory at the memorial service at Wade Funeral Home in Arlington, Texas at 10:00 am, Monday, March 11, 2024. We invite everyone to attend a reception to follow at 11:00 am, March 11, 2024, in Belle Hall at the funeral home. May her light continue to shine bright in our hearts forever.