Norma Fendlay Belas

Norma Fendlay Belas of Glen Arm, Maryland, passed away on March 6, 2026, at Good Samaritan Hospital after a brief illness. She was 86 years old.

Norma graduated from Dundalk High School with the class of 1958 and worked as an administrative assistant for the Bethlehem Steel Company in Sparrows Point. She later partnered with her husband, John Belas, in founding and managing their business, Engineered Concepts.

She loved to entertain, hosting countless parties and celebrations in her beautiful home. An avid gardener and dedicated Bunco player, Norma stayed in close touch with family near and far and always looked forward to lunching with friends.

She was predeceased by her husband, John Belas, son Harvey Brandau, stepdaughter Kim Belas, and sister Joyce Willey. Norma is survived by stepsons Mark and Greg Belas, sister Donna Denison, grandson Richard Brandau, two great-granddaughters, nieces and nephews Ron Conley, Scott Conley, Doug Denison, and Denice Burns, and many great-nieces and great-nephews. She is also survived by her dear friend and caregiver, Nicole Sassafras, and Nicole’s children.