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Donald Edward Norris Sr.

Donald Norris Obituary

Donald Edward Norris, Sr., 55, of Blacksburg, died Thursday, August 21, 2008 at his home. He was born in Detroit, Mich. on July 8, 1953. He was preceded in death by his mother, Bertie J. Norris and a grandson, Traymone Shelton. He is survived by his wife, Lena C. Norris, Blacksburg; his father, Donald Norris, Chicago, Ill.; three daughters, Natasha (Tony), Katrina (Samuel), Tiffinie (Anthony); three sons, Donald, Jr. (Melissa), Ronald, Sr. (Shamika), Terrell (Monique); 23 grandchildren; three sisters, Michelle, Jolanda, Taquashia; a brother, Lamont; two sisters-in-law, Cassandra (Johnny) Pridgen, Katie Webb; four brothers-in-law, Ishmal (Pook-Son) Webb, Frederick (Carolyn) Webb, Thomas Webb, Carlos (Patricia) Webb, Sr.; and a host of beloved relatives. Funeral services will be Thursday, August 28, 2008 at 1 p.m. in the McCoy Funeral Home Chapel, with the Rev. Robert P. Jones officiating. The family will receive friends from 12 noon until service time on Thursday at McCoy Funeral Home, Blacksburg.
Published by Roanoke Times from Aug. 22 to Aug. 28, 2008.

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Bertie Hill

August 30, 2008

PawPaw:
I will always love you and I will always remember you.
Love, your granddaughter,
Bertie Latrice Hill

Jean & Howard Eaves

August 28, 2008

Lena and Family, My prayers are with you during this time of bereavement.

Thomas Webb

August 28, 2008

Little Sister and family -
My prayers are with you and your children in your time of grief. I am always here for you. Donald is a big loss for us all.
In loving memory, your big brother Butch

Katie Webb

August 28, 2008

Dear Lena and Family:
"Blessed are they that mourn for they shall be comforted."
Love always, your sister Dolly

Tiquashia AKA..Tee Norris

August 27, 2008

To my beloved brother I will miss you very much. You have been my best friend and a great uncle to my children. I know that you are at peacce with God and one day we will see each other again. I Love you always.
Your sister Tee

April Tinsley

August 27, 2008

To The Family of Donald E. Norris, Sr.
Our prayers go to you and your family during this time of breavemant. May God bless you all.

Linda Evans

August 27, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

cindy ramsey

August 27, 2008

i'm glad i got the chance to meet donald (pawpaw). he was a wonderful man. there are so many great things to say about him. he was fun, sincere, and very unique just to name a few. i'm sorry he had to leave this world so early. we will miss you.

missy norris

August 27, 2008

donald aka pawpaw was a great man who always made me smile. he made this a happier and better world for all who got the chance to know him. he will truly be missed by all but never forgotten.

brenda ramsey

August 26, 2008

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

sandra price

August 26, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

sandra price

August 26, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Terrell Norris

August 26, 2008

Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.

Good Samartian Hospice

August 24, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult. Please let me know if there is anything I can do.

Tamie Hall, SW & Bereavement Coordinator
Good Samaritan Hospice

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