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JAMES NORRIS Obituary
JAMES P. NORRIS
On August 20, 2015, a rainbow met James Patrick Norris as he passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of Barbara and is survived by his children, David, Thomas and Leah; daughter-in-law, Kirsten; son-in-law, John and grandchildren, Eric, Cassie, Meaghan and Annika. He was the loving son of the late William and Nellie Norris of County Kerry Ireland. He is also survived by his loving siblings, William, Thomas, Mary Ellen, Sheila, Raymond and Marian.His career spanned over three decades as leader of the Air Conditioning Contractors of America. After retirement, he found his final career and a new passion in acting and appeared in numerous plays.Family and friends will gather to celebrate his life at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Blvd. West, Silver Spring, MD on September 1 from 12 to 1 p.m., where funeral service will follow at 1 p.m.In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to S.O.M.E. (So Others Might Eat), www.some.org.www.COLLINSFUNERALHOME.com
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Mona (Euniece) Curran (Hart)
September 22, 2015
I met Jim so very long ago and I will never forget him. He had such a great presence and filled any room that he walked into. He was a solid ship in a storm and a strong leader. I am honored to have been apart of his ACCA family.
Diane Browning
September 11, 2015
Being part of a book club with Jim and Barbara was so stimulating and fun; they helped me survive the Bush years. An added treat was watching Jim act: he embodied the character and commanded the stage.
Brad Richman
August 31, 2015
One of my favorite jazz stories of all time was Jim telling me that he was walking down the street in Chicago and from the sidewalk he heard a piano emanating from a bar. Right away he recognized it was someone good so he went in. Over in a corner, playing the bar's upright, was ART TATUM! The dozen patrons were paying no particular attention to legendary pianist, but Jim sat down and listened -- he did appreciate what was in front of him. It's been 20 years since he told me that story, but I still remember him pointing at me with that twinkle in his eye and saying -- Now kid, that was a concert! Jim, you will be missed.
August 31, 2015
Himself finally won the golden bow!! Ellen and I will miss the fun , laughter and friendship of a very special PAL. love to Babs and the now adult children, we love you all....Bob & Ellen McElroy (next door)
Mike DuPont
August 30, 2015
I will never forget Indian Poker at the Norris table! 19th hole at North West was equally as special. We had a lot of good times together. Great memories! He was special.
Amy Holbrook
August 30, 2015
It's been many years but the memories are still fresh. Thank you for welcoming me into your home and family - it has and will always mean a lot. I love the above picture - It captures everything. Peace to you and your family, always.
Love,
Amy
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