Daniel Norris

Daniel Norris obituary, Richmond, VA

Daniel Norris

Daniel Norris Obituary

Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch on Jun. 29, 2010.
NORRIS, Daniel L., 18, of Sandston, Va., passed away Sunday, June 27, 2010. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, John R. and Helen L. Norris and Bettie W. Anderson. Daniel is survived by his parents, Robert B. and DeAnn Norris; brother, Christopher Norris; granddaddy, Aubrey M. Anderson Jr. and Nancy Leslie; aunts and uncles, Gary L. Norris, Dawn and Rick Brightwell; numerous cousins and many, many special friends, aunts, uncles, brothers and sisters of his heart. He was an avid outdoorsman. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, trips to the river and hanging out with his friends. His heart and soul are golden. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, June 30, at Nelsen Funeral Home, 4650 S. Laburnum Avenue, where services will be held at 11 a.m. July 1. Interment will be at Providence Memorial United Methodist Church, 4001 New Kent Highway, Quinton, Va. 23141. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Save our Beaches through their website www.save-our-beaches.org.



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Sincerest condolences for your loss. May precious memories of your dear loved one, along with encouraging words such as those found at John 11: 25,26 be of comfort to your family.

miranda stevenss

March 27, 2011

well baby boy now your brother is up there with you, i'm sure ya'll are having a fun time thinking about the past! now ya'lll can both look over us all :) i love you sunshine & can't wait to see you again.
R.I.P daniel & chris norris<3

Miranda Stevens

December 23, 2010

This Christmas is going to be very hard. Nothing in life is easy without you here. There isnt a day that goes by without thinking or dreaming about you. I miss you so much & cant wait to see your beautiful face again! Watch over all of us angel. You'll never be forgotten!
i love you! <3

Sheri Puryear

August 11, 2010

To The Norris Family,

I stopped in to 7-Eleven this morning for my cup of coffee and was told of your son's passing from another customer. I didn't know your son, Daniel, but I just felt like I needed to reach out and let you know that my thoughts and prayers are with you. After reading through a few of the guestbook entries, it sounds like Daniel was a great kid who touched a lot of peoples lives. You should be so proud!!! I hope your memories will comfort you until you can be together again.

May God Bless You,
Sheri Puryear

Bob+Cathy Foote

July 19, 2010

We are so very sorry to hear of the loss of your son, we were out of town and just heard this awful news.God Bless you
during this sad time.

John Monacell

July 13, 2010

Daniel was a patient at our office in Sandston, VA. We were always happy to see him when he came in and he always had a smile on his face. Daniel was one of those kids that had the rare quality of being able to sit down and talk to someone like he had known them for a lifetime. Easy going, heart of gold kind of person. He will be sorely missed by everyone at our office. Prayers for his family and anyone else who was touched by him and is experiencing this awful tragedy.
~Monacell Orthodontics

Paul Pierce

July 4, 2010

Robert & DeAnn, I am so sorry to hear about Daniel.My heart HURTS for you two and your family. We have sat at the dinner table allmost the whole time I worked at NABISCO. (17 years) Never would I think this would ever happen.If I could take the pain from you all I would do so in a quick minute.I was told today about Daniel and I can't get it off of my mind. Love to you DeAnn & Robert.

Brenda Ferrell

July 2, 2010

I met Daniel twice in my living room while he was visiting my son Preston. He was a very polite young man. I'm sorry for your loss. God Bless and keep you in your time of sorrow.

Erika Stidham

July 1, 2010

To the Norris Family I am very sry about Daniel and to hear that this happend to him.I will be praying 4 your family i wish this didn't happen to him at such a young age i wish you the best and i will be praying 4 your son's death. Again i am very sry 2 hear about his death

Linda and Rebecca Cosner

July 1, 2010

To the Norris family... My heart goes out to each one of you during this difficult time. My daughter thought so highly of Daniel and he will be greatly missed. God Bless you all.

Jamie Burkhead

July 1, 2010

I'm so sorry for you loss!My thoughts prayers are with you!!Daniel was awesome person..we are sure goin to miss him!God Bless!!

Ernest & Chelsie Tucker

July 1, 2010

We are thinking of you during this difficult time. May the peace which comes from the memories of love shared, comfort you now and in the days ahead. Robert & family for as long as we've known each other I didn't even know our children knew one another...You have our prayers & blessing.

Tucker Family

Linnie Palmore

June 30, 2010

I am truly sorry for your loss, if you need anything please call me.

Mitchell and Bridget Crusan

June 30, 2010

Robert, Deanne and Chris although we don't see much of you guys this has been a total shock to me. Daniel had a smile that could light up a room. He is with Aunt Betty, Grandma Lucy and Nana - they will keep him safe. We love you!

Jessica Mayer

June 30, 2010

Here is a candle to keep Daniels spirt lit, by all of us who love him!

Jessica Mayer

June 30, 2010

Daniel you were like a brother to me and you always made me laugh! I miss you so much,but I know your in a better place and God will keep you under his wing!Daniel I hope to see in heaven when God calls me!I Love you Daniel,Rest In Peace.

Vance Rhett

June 30, 2010

Daniel you teached me a lot about friendship these past few months. You showed me it wasn't all about money, it wasn't all about who's cool, it was all about the boys and having a good time enjoying life. You inspired me to not dwell on the negative but to instead grab life by the horns, or in your case by the deer antlers! I miss how much we'd laugh together, our journeys, the many memories that I will keep to the end my friend..Thank you so much. You will ALWAYS be with me in spirit. Thank you for always having faith in my music and letting people hear my stuff, that meant the universe to me. You were like my biggest fan. We're gonna make it big for you Big D, you were always the life of the party. My sympathies go out to Daniel's parents who he loved with all his heart and always put first. You inspire me to go up and beyond expectations because you were the most positive and confident person I ever met. I havent lost no one close to me since my pops died 5 years ago but I know you're in a better place. I know you're looking down on us with that ginormous smile I grew to love. Forever my homie, thank you so much for all the love you bestowed upon me. Boyz4Life.

Mrs. Contina Spencer

June 30, 2010

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2010

Tiffany Amory

June 30, 2010

We miss you!*

Tiffany Amory

June 30, 2010

It has been a few years since I have seen daniel, but daniel was one of those wonderful people you could never forget. He had oe of the biggest heart, and was always trying to help others. I loe you boy!* You wll be missed by s0 many!*
To Daniels family, I am praying for all of you, to stay strong and get through this horrible accadient. We all know Daniel wouldnt want us upset! If any of yal need anything let me kn0w..I will d0 whatever i can possible...Love always Tiffany Amory!*

Tyler Cousins

June 30, 2010

Dan I really can't believe your gone.It was like yesterday when me and you too Sarah's phone in Mr.Stook's 5th block class.We got in so much trouble that day even though we get in trouble almost every other day.I remember you hid the phone between the desk and I said lets hide it i plain site an they never found it. Then Stooks sent us outside and gave us a speech about when are we going to grow up an stop acting childish and we said never lol. I'm going to miss you Dan an all the hilarious things we used to say an do to people in class an each other. -"Tyler Cousins"

The Moore Family

June 29, 2010

Daniel Daniel Daniel, I still can not believe you are gone. Each and Every time I look outside my window I wish to see your bronco in the drive way. It is sooo hard living next door remembering your smile and great character. I lived in Sandston now for 4 months and it seems like I knew you forever. You were the most humble and care hearted young man I have ever known. I wish there was something I could have done before you left that morning. But, GOD says it is your time because he has a position much higher for you! Mr. and Mrs. Norris we are right over the fence, let us know if you need anything. May GOD be with you! I know we will see each other again in heaven, then we will be "straight" as you would say! Madd Love, ~~1~~

Jamel & Whitney Moore

June 29, 2010

Daniel Daniel Daniel I still can not beleive you are gone. Each and Every time I look out my windown I wish to see your Bronco in the drive way. It is sooo hard living next door remembering your smile and your character. I wish there was something I could have down before you left that morning. You were the most humble and care hearted young man I have ever known. Mr. & Mrs. Norris whitney and I are just over the fence so please let us know anything you may need. In heaven we will meet again! Madd Love~1~

William & Pamela Smith

June 29, 2010

Dear Daniel's family,

We are so sorry to hear of your loss. we knew Daniel thru Paul Bull and Scottie Miles. He was such a great person to be around and he always had a smile on his face. Daniel will truly be missed. Know that our thoughts and prayers will be with you during this difficult time

Cheryl Mayer

June 29, 2010

It's so hard to put into words how much Daniel will be missed. I pray that God will help his family and friends and all those that knew and loved him cope with losing such a wonderful person.

Candace Gilliam

June 29, 2010

daniel, i'll never forget the days we'd ride in your truck and turn up the radio and dance and sing. haha and i remember when jaime set your car alarm off at the movies and it took you about 20 minutes to figure out how to turn it off. you were the most amazing guy out there. you were so nice to everyone. you were one of my bestfriends. you were always there for me no matter what. you always hated it when i cried haha i remember last week when i was with you and i was crying over jaime, you told me you were gonna hit me if i didn't stop crying over him. i loved you and i know you loved me too because you told me all the time. 4th of july was gonna be sweet because we were gonna be together. i know you would still want me too have fun and i'll try my best just for you (: i'll see you someday. i love you soo much or as you would say "i love you sweetie" ahha.
love, candace gilliam

Kristen Webb

June 29, 2010

Daniel, i will never forget you. i love you & miss you already. i still can't believe you're gone. you always seemed to cheer me up, now i know you're always going to be walking beside me making me smile! i love you daniel! & miss you dearly<3

Wendi Brown

June 29, 2010

I didn't know Daniel, but have been touched all the same by the thoughts and memories left by his friends who knew and loved him. My daughter went to school with him. He left quite an impression in his short time here. My deepest sympathies to his family and friends. God rest his soul.

Matt Cash

June 29, 2010

daniel we had so much fun this year from new york city all day to skinning a turtle in pams backyard to being in wood shop messing around. you were a good friend and were going to miss you.

kathy guymond

June 29, 2010

I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with your entire family!! And Chris I'm so sorry, I know when I lived in sandston daniel was always with you!!! You two would come to my door asking to play with my two sons!! God Bless you all and my prayers are with you!!!!

Dawna Mintz

June 29, 2010

To the Norris Family:

I am deeply saddened to hear of your loss. I fondly remember laughing and joking with Daniel at the same place of employment that my daughter works. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of need. Please let me know if I can do anything for you.

Elizabeth Bordonie

June 29, 2010

Daniel you are gana be missed so much by many, including me! I'll never forget the memories we shared! You made class and lunch fun everyday and you always made me laugh! I love you Daniel and P.S. no your the cutie!

Teresa,Sammy,Brian,Karleigh,Desiree & Sonny Kichta

June 29, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

naomi delrio

June 29, 2010

We have known you for so long, you like
family to us. We really don't know how to
cope with your sudden departure, but i'm so
gratefull for knowing you and having you in
our lives. Im thankful that God gave you and
all the guys a chance to hang and chill this
weekend. Your presence always lighted up
the room. We will miss you!

Bruce Wood

June 29, 2010

To Deann, Robert and Chris. I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.He was a fine young man and i will miss him.

June 29, 2010

I shared many laughs with Daniel. I was his substitute bus driver, it is children like Daniel that make me enjoy my job. He would stop by my house sit outside with me , we would talk and laugh. I always looked forward to our visits. ( We live in the same neighborhood) I will miss him so much. May God lay his hand upon your family and ease the pain in your hearts.

Love always,
Christy Madison

Megan Hall

June 29, 2010

I still cant believe that he's gone, my thoughts and prayers go out to he family im very sorry for your loss.

Elizabeth Bordonie

June 29, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you!

The Bordonie Family

Susan Kelley

June 29, 2010

Chris,
I am so sorry to hear about your brother. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family doing this difficult time. (Bus #113)

Rocky and Betty Agee

June 29, 2010

Robert and DeAnn, We were so sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers

Brenda Martin

June 29, 2010

I did not know Daniel but I know his teacher Rebecca Wood. My heart goes out to his entire family especially his mother..I lost my oldest son last year and so I know what heartache you are going through...Just know that it will get easier but his special place in your heart will never go away..My thoughts are with you..

freddie crouch

June 29, 2010

I didn't know Daniel, but I have a grandchild at Varina and I can't imagine what you're going through. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

David & Cheryl McGhee

June 29, 2010

To Daniel’s parents, brother & family - we first met Daniel through 2 of his best friends, Scottie Miles and Paul Bull, whose grandparents, Jim & Jo Duzan are dear friends of ours. We always found Daniel to be so polite each time we saw him. It is so heartbreaking to hear of his sudden death. Please know that we feel and share in your pain as we too lost one of our children 6 years ago. We pray that God will wrap His loving arms around you all and bring you comfort and peace in the days, months, and years ahead. If and when you feel the need to talk know that you can contact us at any time of the day or night.

Paige Hall

June 29, 2010

God has received a beautiful soul.He was one of the most kind hearted kid I ever met .My heart goes out to Deann for your loss,the whole norris family

cecil family

June 29, 2010

You are in our thoughts and prayers.

June 29, 2010

Robert, Deanna & Chris, so sorry for your loss. I pray God will help you thru this time.

Wendy Bangs (Sandston,Va)

Melissa Burch

June 29, 2010

I'm so sorry to see Daniel gone so soon. My prayers are with the family.

Monika Snyder

June 29, 2010

DeAnn, Robert and Family, I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Kimberly Eddleton - Lee

June 29, 2010

To The Norris Family,

Sending you tender thoughts of sympathy. I taught Daniel math in the 8th grade. What a delightful young man. May God bless and keep you now and always.

Beverly Wood

June 29, 2010

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

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