Norma Timoney

I have been thinking long & hard for weeks about how to articulate what, Norma meant to me, to our family & our daughter whom she met at only a few weeks old (having been born with a huge skin tag on her face & a deformed tragus) and had regular meets pre and post her operation three years later (which is nearly a decade ago now). I still can't seem to find the words but what I know is when I found out at our recent appointment, when I asked her amazing team mate, Simon where she was, I cried within a second, it truly broke me & I cried all the way home, most of the next day & since! She was & will always be one of the most important people to our family. The emotional support she gave us, me especially as a new mother, was just amazing, not forgetting Gabriella's amazing transformation. She eased our minds, we trusted her implicitly from the get-go, making handing a 3yo Gabriella to her and Simon feel so easy & safe. She was & always will be an in integral part of our lives & I will ensure Gabriella always knows her name... she got the funding too so we didn't have to worry about that, just so kind & thoughtful!

The world really did lose one of its greatest & whilst, I know, Simon will carry on her incredible work, we will miss her so much.

I was always so grateful but I really hope she felt her huge, positive & lifelong impact.

Lastly, it would be hugely remiss of me to not mention her style; those skirts - she really knew how to dress!

RIP lovely Norma Timoney. xxxxx

We would like to thank everyone who attended our sister Norma's funeral services in London and Dublin, and those who sent messages of condolence. Your support is very much appreciated.

Sending love and condolences. I had the pleasure of working with beautiful, elegant Norma for over a decade in the Cleft Team at St Thomas's and will never forget her. Such a honour to work along side her. Such an inspiring colleague. So bright, so kind and calm, she was always so immaculately prepared for every clinic - always ready to do her best for everyone, to give them her time in her quiet considered way . A hugely talented surgeon. She looked after her patients, their parents , the trainees and colleagues . She was a friend and an inspiration. I loved our little chats over tea. Norma will continue to be dearly missed and remembered. Gone too soon. May she rest in peace .

Incredibly sad to hear of Dr Timoney's passing. We first met when my son was only 6 weeks old. He is now 10. She has improved my son's quality of life and for that we are eternally grateful. An incredible doctor who I'm sure will leave a lasting legacy at the Evelina London.
Rest in peace and thank you for everything

Hand on my heart, I can say Ms Timoney changed my sons life. I will tell Nathaniel about his first surgery and how it was done so beautifully - and executed so swiftly. Ms Timoney, thank you.

We are so sorry to hear of Norma's passing and will always be very grateful for the skillful surgeries she performed for our first born son Nathaniel in the first year of his life. Her steady hand, calm straightforward manner and clear reassurance were a godsend to us during worrying times. I remember how positive she was when we last saw her following a palate X-ray, how enthused she was with the results and how much encouragement she gave to our son. Thank you Miss Timoney you were an absolute legend xx

Norma operated on my son and whenever we met in clinic she always made me feel listened to and heard.

She will be missed by a huge community that she helped beyond surgery- in her kind manner and her thoughtful approach

We are so saddened to hear of the passing of Norma, who our family holds in the absolute highest regard after performing two life-changing surgeries for our son Henry. She has been the constant, the expert, and our pinnacle since before he was born and we are eternally grateful for having had her in our lives

We are deeply saddened by the news. Ms Timoney performed cleft surgery for our daughter Sara. She was a very calm and kind surgeon who would put patients above all. May her soul rest in peace !

A remarkable surgeon and a wonderful woman. She had an extremely large impact on so many. Thank you.

Remembering you as the lady that changed our son’s life for the better. Truly a remarkable surgeon with the kindest of hearts and gentlest of hands. Thank you for everything you’ve done not only for us but for all them other families too. May you rest in peace x

We’re deeply saddened by the loss of Dr. Timoney. Her skill, compassion, and dedication over the years have left a lasting impact on our family and many others. Our thoughts are with her loved ones during this difficult time.

Norma was such a wonderfull lady, she always made Elizabeth feel at ease and explained everything to us. She was a very caring talented lady and will be missed by soo many RIP Beautiful lady ❤️

I’m so sad to hear the passing of Ms Norma Timoney , my thoughts are with her family .
I have been trained by her in 2015 and she helped me to become a cleft surgeon .
I will never forget her and I am profoundly sad she left this world .
I am sorry to send my condolences so late but I have been informed about this her lost only last week .

Very sad to hear this news. Norma was a lovely lady and the best surgeon, she repaired my daughter's cleft lip and palate so well. She will be missed for sure. Sending all our love to her family and friends at this sad time x

Norma has cared for our son and has done all of his facial surgeries since 2014. She has always been so caring with him and with us as a family, always making us feel he was in the best care. She was a wonderful person, and will be missed by so many. Thank you Norma for everything.

Norma completed quite a few of our son’s surgeries over the years. Always so kind and caring, quietly spoken and gentle. Always spoke to our son 1st. Big loss to the cleft community.
Sending best wishes to her family, friends & colleagues

I’m very saddened to hear the passing of Ms Timoney, she performed two surgeries on my 3 year old and was so amazing. She will be missed, sending condolences to her family x

Norma, thank you for looking after my son, Jayden and performing his lip operations, absolutely amazing surgeon who actually cared.
You will be greatly missed.

We met Norma when I was pregnant with my son after we had been told that he would be born with a cleft lip and palate. Norma was so kind and gentle, explained things calmly and clearly. She made us feel safe and that we could put our trust in her as we handed over our tiny baby to operate on. Norma was incredible and we will forever be grateful for her skill and her compassion. Norma will always be a key part of our family story. When our son was three I wrote a book for him about his journey and I spent a long while choosing an illustrator to bring the right visuals. I loved giving the book to Norma when it was completed and her seeing that a page was for her and the artist had captured her in her scrubs. Norma always took time to speak directly to our son, the last time we saw her she asked him what he wanted to be, they talked for a while and since that day, with her guidance our son has wanted to be a radiologist. When I think of Norma I am overwhelmed by feelings of love and gratitude. Sending heartfelt condolences to her family from ours x

Very sad to hear about Ms Timoney's passing. She performed my son's lip and palate repairs in his first year. As an Irish person living in London, I felt so proud that one of our own was at the top of her field and I had nothing but the fullest confidence in her. Not many days go by where I don't thank my lucky stars to have had my son Eoin under her care, particularly when he gives one of his beaming smiles. We will always remember her fondly. May she rest in peace.

an asset to the cleft team my daughter was 12 weeks old when i handed her over to perform her first surgery she’s now 13 longest time of my life waiting for her to come back she always made sure we were put at ease her scar in barely noticeable now condolences to her family and the cleft community

I am so saddened to hear of the death of Ms Timoney, who performed my 9 year old daughter’s cleft palate repair and buccal flap surgery. She always spoke with a quiet confidence, and her work spoke for itself. She changed my daughter’s life and both my daughter and I will forever be grateful for it. A loss to the cleft community, but I’m sure even more so to her family, friends, colleagues and all who knew and loved her. My deepest condolences to all those people.

I knew Norma as my daughter’s surgeon, aka guardian angel. She first met my daughter at 10 days old, and was so gently reassuring and clear about what operations Lily needed, and made us nervous first time parents feel confident that it would all be ok with Lily’s cleft. Lily could not have been in safer hands. She was lucky to have Ms Timoney conduct 5 operations on her cleft lip and palate. Such expert hands means Lily’s cleft is barely visible and she is a thriving 13 year old who loves to perform and sing. We shall be forever in Ms Timoney’s debt and will never forget what she did for Lily and the many children and adults she helped. Sending love and condolences to her family. May she rest in peace xxx

Thank you for giving my son his smile. You were an incredible surgeon. Thank you. Xx

Thinking of all your family and friends at this very sad time. Norma you are a very special lady, a person I could never thank enough. I gave you my most precious boy and always knew he was in the best hands he could ever be in. We are eternally grateful for everything you have done. Taken to soon rest in peace Norma.

I’m so sad to hear the passing of Norma, my thoughts are with her family and friends, sending love to them all.
Forever thankful for everything she done for my son and our family x

I’m so sorry for your loss. Norma was my son’s surgeon for his cleft lip and pallet. She was a wonderful woman who clearly loved helping and making a difference to all the children she helped. We will be forever grateful for her talent and passion xx

I am so sad to hear of Ms Timoney's passing. Cut down in her prime. She performed our son's buccal flap surgery 9 years ago. She was a friendly and a very capable lady who had reached the top of her chosen field. May she rest in peace. X

We as a family are saddened to hear of Normas passing she was my daughters cleft surgeon and amazing at her job and the dedication she had for her patiences. My sympathies with her family and loved ones.

So saddened to hear the news of Norma's passing. She truly was a remarkable surgeon with an eye for detail. She took excellent care of our little boy in all of his operations. She will be sorely missed by the cleft community. Our thoughts are with her Friends, Family and colleagues at this sad time x

We are so sad to hear the news of Miss Timoney’s passing. She did all three of my son’s cleft surgeries and we always knew he was in safe hands. Our thoughts are with all those who knew and loved her. May she rest in peace.

I was sad to hear of Norma's passing, may she Rest in Peace. My condolences to David and all the Timoney family.

We are so very saddened to learn of the passing of Miss Timoney. My son has been under her care in London and she performed both of his reconstructive surgeries. Her work has, quite literally, been life changing for my son and our family. I hope that it provides some comfort that Miss Timoney made such a meaningful difference to so many people in her lifetime. I am sure I speak for many others when I say that we are so immensely grateful for her dedication and expertise. We are so sorry for your loss.

I am still trying to process the sad news.

I was honored to have been one of Norma's juniors while training at Tommies around a decade ago.

Norma was a true light in this world—a mentor, whose kindness, empathy, and unwavering care touched countless lives. She embodied the very best of humanity, always lifting others with her wisdom and warmth. While her passing leaves a profound void, her legacy of love and compassion will live on in all who were blessed to know her. May her beautiful soul rest in peace, and may her memory continue to inspire us.

Sincere condolences to David, Nicola and all the family on the very sad and tragic loss of Norma.

My hart felt Condolences 💐 to the family and friends of Norma. I have known her for many years and I am thankful she was part of my life.
There’s a New Star 🌟 in the Sky Tonight called Norma.❤️❤️❤️🙏🙏🙏

Dear Nicola,
I was very sorry to hear of your sister's death.
With sincere sympathy to you and your family,
Nora

I was so very sorry to hear about your sister Norma. My thoughts and prayers are with Nicola and the rest of the Timoney family at this very sad time.

I am so very sorry for your loss. I was shocked by the news.
We were fellows together in Toronto and she was a witness at my wedding there.
She was truly the best of humanity - warm, gentle, empathic, always gave her best and cared deeply for her patients. She had so much more to give.
Gone too soon.
May she rest in peace.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
A mass was said for her in Sheffield Cathedral.

My deepest sympathies to Nicola and the wider Timoney family, may she rest in peace.

My sympathies David to you and your family on the loss of your sister Norma.
May she rest in peace.

Deepest condolences Nicola and the Timoney family for your loss. May Norma rest in peace.

Deepest sympathy to David,Nicola and all the Timoney family on the death of Norma. May her soul Rest In Peace .Noreen and James O’Boyle.

My thoughts & prayers go to Norma’s extended family. I trained in Trinity many years Go with Norma. She was then and now a wonderful and kind person. May she rest in
peace.

Sincere condolences to family and friends . Norma and I trained together at TCD and Dental School and I remember her as a kind , quietly spoken lady . May she rest in peace .

I’m so sorry for your loss I was one of Dr timoney’s patients she was so helpful and kind. Such a shock and huge loss to the world. My heart goes out to all of her loved ones may she rest in peace.

My sincere condolences to David and to all of your family on the very sad loss of your sister Norma.

I’m very sorry for your loss. This came as a great shock.
Norma was a friend and trainee colleague with me in Birmingham and subsequently Toronto.
I have nothing but fond memories of a lovely and thoughtful person. I’m sorry that I could not get down to London by the time I found out.
Very best wishes and a pint of Guinness toast to you all, especially Norma.

Words are not enough to express the gap that you have left. An incredible life of giving. To patients, friends, family and colleagues. May you now rest in peace in the garden of eternity, never alone.

Sincere condolences to all Norma's family and friends on her untimely loss. We are thinking of you.
Fiona, Deryck, Conor and Daragh