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Cody Norris Obituary
Cody Robert Norris, 20, a PFC serving in the U.S. Army died November 9, 2011 while serving in Afghanistan. Cody was a 2010 graduate from La Porte High School where he was in ROTC and was a member of the Color Guard, Rifle Team and was a member of the Military Museum. He enjoyed working on his 1952 M37 Army Truck which he drove to and from school, paintball, Deer hunting, playing video games and Hibachi food. He was always bubbly, happy and just being silly. He was always energetic, light hearted and made everyone smile. Following in his brothers footsteps, he joined the U.S. Army. He won the expert marksman badge during basic training. He served as a 240B Machine Gunner with the 2nd Battalion, 34th Armor Regiment, 1st Heavy Brigade Combat Team, 1st Infantry Division out of Ft Riley, Kansas. He is survived by his father, Reese Norris; mother, Terri Norris and step father, Kenneth Rogers; brother, Michael Norris; grandparents, Robert and Patricia Vegil, and Geneva Pynes; other relatives, Velissa Vegil, George, Linda, Sadie and Andy Lane, Pam and Zach Norris, along with numerous other relatives and a host of friends. Visitation will be Sunday, November 20, 2011 from 4PM to 8PM at Grand View Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be Monday, November 21, 2011 at 12PM at First United Methodist Church of La Porte 9601 W. Fairmont Pkwy, La Porte,TX 77571. (281) 478-4673. Interment will follow at Grand View Memorial Park with Honors.
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for Cody Norris
Patti Duhon
August 31, 2021
My heart is aching for you and your family. Praying so hard right now. God bless you and your family. Thank you for making the ultimate sacrifice. This never should have happened. Cody Norris, you are an American hero!
Robin Carlton
August 30, 2021
I give my heartfelt condolences for the loss of your son. I didn't know Cody, but as a fellow veteran I am proud of him. God bless the family and thank you for his service
The Mann Family
August 30, 2021
We didn´t know Cody personally but our family sends our deepest condolences for your loss and thanks you from the bottom of our hearts for your service and sacrifice to our country. Words will never convey the fullness of our sympathy and the enormity of your loss will never be fully understood. May the Lord give you peace.
D.A.Allen,Sr
August 21, 2020
Our hearts go out to the entire Norris family and to Mr. Roger's. The price of freedom is the apex of our understanding, though when it is our loved one that pays, the remaining family's pain is uncomprehensible. May God be with you and your family during this trying time and everyday forward.
Janet and D.A. Allen,Sr.
Boerne,Tx
Katrina Davidson
October 17, 2017
So incredibly thankful for his service to our country. May God bless his family.
Mikki
October 12, 2017
Prayers for this family. God bless you.
Beth McBride
December 21, 2016
Honoring the life and service of Cody Norris. May the Lord continue to comfort his mother. May the Lord give peace to his family and friends. Amen
Ken Morris
August 22, 2016
God Bless You CODY & Your FAMILY
mary Moore
August 21, 2016
Words cannot express the great loss of a child, we honor him in praise and ask god to cradle him in his loving arms. God Bless.
Patrick
January 22, 2015
Still miss my friend.
1SG Eric Dawson
January 24, 2014
I'm the person you've met that's spearheading the Ceremony Room Dedication in honor of Cody. May you all be filled with great memories as an individual and for the ultimate sacrifice he's given! Thank you!
chanel russell
January 23, 2014
Still miss you :(
Chanel Russell
May 23, 2013
I still think about you every day cody.....i miss u so much...
Katie K
May 4, 2013
I had the honor of participating in the run for the fallen wearing the name of Cody Norris. That you for your sacrifice, i was glad to honor your name today.
Katie K. (fort riley , KS)
Peggy Childers
November 17, 2012
To the family of Pfc. Cody R. Norris:
Cody gave the ultimate sacrifice and will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not let our fallen heroes be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you. "Some gave all."
Pam Barker
December 17, 2011
My thought and prayers are with you and your family
Michelle Smith
December 14, 2011
Cody you are our hero we love you and will miss you very much ...my prayers are with his family. I knew Cody through JROTC he was a brother to my daughter...
Renee Owens
December 1, 2011
Please accept my deepest sympathy for the loss of your Hero, and my sincerest gratitude for his service. The stat of Texas mourns the loss of another of its sons. May God grant you peace and strength.
The Land of the Free, Because of the Brave
Proud aunt of a Hero
PFC Chase Edwards, USMC
KIA 06Apr2006 OIF
FL
November 30, 2011
I am very sorry to hear of your recent loss. May constant prayer and fond memories carry you through this difficult time.
Jane Theiler
November 27, 2011
Soo Sorry for the loss of this fine young American hero--May God comfort his family and friends--Jane Theiler
Rene Sochia
November 26, 2011
To Cody's family...my son, PFC Matthew Leyva served with your son in Afghanistan. My son was wounded on August 9th, and we came very close to losing him. I am saying many prayers for your family and know that your son is a true hero and made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Matthew said Cody is a great guy and a brother...he will be greatly missed. I am so very sorry for your loss. God Bless you all.
Tina
November 23, 2011
Your sacrifice for our freedom, I'll be forever grateful. My thoughts and prayers to his family and friends. I am sorry for your loss!
Lynne Neibert
November 23, 2011
Prayer Shawls 4 Fallen Soldiers ([email protected]) is an organization with groups throughout the country who strive to send handmade prayer shawls and/ or lap robes to families who have lost a loved one in service to our country. Members of Trindle Spring Lutheran Church in Mechanicsburg, PA would like to honor your son's sacrifice and memory by sending our prayers and comfort through a shawl which we will mail to you. If you are interested, please contact me at [email protected] with the names and addresses and what they would like to receive. We will send them as soon as possible. Also, if you know of any other families who are grieving the loss of a loved one who died serving our country, please pass along my e-mail address, as our organization can no longer get family contacts through the military. May God bless you and comfort you in the days ahead. Sincerely, Lynne
Molina family
November 22, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Our Angel
Cpl. Joshua Alexander Molina
KIA Baghdad, Iraq March 27th, 2008
www.JoshuaMolinaFoundation.8m.com
Cathy Johnson
November 22, 2011
Cody, you left a boy... and came home a man, and a true hero in every sense of the word... you are America's Son! We love you and your family, and no words can express our unbounding gratitude for your unselfish, ultimate sacrifice. We will honor you by striving to be better people... you will live on in honor in our hearts forever! From the silliest boy we all knew, to the biggest man any of us will ever know! You are now God's greatest warrier... Rest In Peace Sweetheart.
gloria
November 22, 2011
So sorry for your loss. He is a Hero!
November 21, 2011
I am sorry for your loss. I saw the procession today and it was amazing to witness how many people cared for him! I appreciate what he did serving this country and he is forever a hero!
MS. MANSFIELD
November 21, 2011
A VERY SPECIAL THANK YOU TO OUR AMERICAN HERO,CODY NORRIS WHO MADE THE ULTIMATE SACRIFICE FOR OUR FREEDOM. WHAT DEEP PRIDE HE MUST HAVE BROUGHT TO YOUR LIFE WITH HIS SERVICE TO HIS COUNTRY. MAY THE BEAUTIFUL MEMORIES OF A LIFE WELL LIVED SUBSTAIN YOU THROUGH THESE DIFFICULT TIMES. MAY GOD BLESS AND KEEP YOU AS WE THE NATION KEEP YOU UPLIFTED IN PRAYER. RIP CODY NORRIS
Jeri Martinez
November 21, 2011
To the Norris Family: Sorry about your loss. My prayers go out to each of you and may God bless you all during this time.
Thank you Cody for protecting our country. You are a true American hero! God Speed!
Deidra Haass
November 21, 2011
Although I didn't know Cody personally, my heart swells with pride for this young man. My son is 19 and graduated from LPHS just this past year in 2011. He went to school with Cody, but didn't know him on a personal level either. But several of my son's friends are leaving or have already left for the service, and the loss of this young man truly hits home. I thank Cody from the bottom of my heart for his service to this Country! And my thoughts and prayers for peace go out to all of his family!
Petters Family
November 21, 2011
Norris Family,
I didnt know Cody but my family is forever grateful for the Sacrifice he Made for our Country. It takes a special person to be in the Military. My kids are grateful for him for helping to keep our country SAFE. May god wrap you and his friends in his arms during this time of sorrow. He will never be forgotten and will always be a HERO. I would like to help if you need anything during this time. May God Bless you all and know there are people here that appreciate Men like him giving everything for US.
Deborah Ruppert
November 21, 2011
To the Norris Family,
I am at a loss for words. Today, I passed First United Methodist Church and saw the street, church drive, and parking lot lined with police, motorcycle groups, and vets and realized that today is Cody's home going. My son is a 2009 graduate of LPHS and is serving in the United States Navy. Words seem so small when people thank you for your sacrifice but it's the best we can do. May God bless and keep you during this time.
Darlene Scarber
November 21, 2011
We are flying our American Flag in honor of CODY NORRIS. My heart is broken as I grieve for you; losing your son so young in a foreign war. May Jesus' love sustain you.
My cousin Corp. Zachary Endsley! Zachary & Cody,my Fallen Hero's
Alisha Endsley
November 21, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss! Your family will be in my thoughts & prayers always! I didn't know Cody or your family, but your loss hits home! I lost my cousin Corp. Zachary Endsley in Afghanistan just over 3 yrs ago! Zachary had just turned 21yrs. & is my fallen hero & so is Cody! I thank Cody for his service to our country! Love to Cody & your family! Alisha Endsley
Lori
November 21, 2011
To the family of PFC Norris:
I am sad to say that I only am aware of this sad event due to working across the street from where the funeral was held. I saw many people with U.S. flags and standing on the side of the road showing their support for Mr. Norris. No amount of words can give you your loved one back, but know that there are many people in this community and beyond who share some grief in knowing that such a young man has given his life for all of us.
Bobbie Payton
November 21, 2011
To the Norris family,
I did not know Cody nor do I know any of you. I want to express my deepest sympathy for the loss of this remarkable young man. He had the courage to do something that most these days do not. He had the courage to fight for you and me. I know that he will always be remembered in your hearts and in the hearts of all of us here in La Porte. My family and I want to thank you for his dedication and your sacrifice.
Cheryl Pittman
November 21, 2011
Words cannot express my gratitude for Cody's sacrifice nor my sorrow for your loss. I pray that you find strength to face the days ahead and comfort in knowing that Cody is resting peacefully in the arms of the angels. My heart breaks for you.
Melissa Bigby
November 21, 2011
To the Norris family, we do not know each other, but I would like to express my condolences in the loss of Cody. The sacrafice for his country is unmeasurable. I pray that God will wrap His loving arms around all of you at this time. Please know that people all over this nation are grieving with you.
The McCabe's
November 21, 2011
Praying for you and your family.
DeLayne Reichman
November 21, 2011
To the Norris family, I did not know Cody or do I know you. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I will tell you this, on Saturday I went and stood at the corner of Space Center @ Fairmont as you all drove by. I can not explain the feeling I was feeling, but I do know Cody is a True American Hero. God Bless you all!!
Pam Coston
November 21, 2011
Dear God,
Please bless this family.
Bo, Cody & Julie Bunker
November 21, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family in this very tough time. May God bless and be with you and your family.
Christina & Chuck Walsh
November 21, 2011
We are so sorry for your loss and will have your family in our prayers. May the grace of God embrace Kenneth too for the loss of his brother. God bless you.
The Kraatz Family
November 20, 2011
"May God Bless you and Your family Always" May God hold your family in the palm of his hand during this difficult time and may the sunshine upon their faces as you enter the gates of Heaven!! You are a True American Hero and paid the utmost price for our Freedom!! Thank you for all you are and for serving our country with Honor!! We are forever grateful to you and your family!! May God Bless you Always!!
Stacy Beard
November 20, 2011
To the Norris family, I did not know Cody but my son did. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers as you go through this very difficult time. May he RIP.
ken morris
November 20, 2011
rest in peace cody,you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. you are a true american hero.
-vietnam vet-
Jennifer Turner
November 20, 2011
My deepest sympathy goes out to your family. Cody graduated with my niece in from LP. Thank you for your service to our country. You will never be forgotten. God Bless the Norris family and give them peace.
The J. M. Simpson Family
November 20, 2011
We are so sorry for the loss of your son and one of our heros, We pray and lift you up in prayer for your broken hearts as you and our great nation morns the loss of Cody!! A TRUE AMERICAN HERO.....
Rodriguez Family
November 20, 2011
We are so sorry for the loss of your son. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Kevin Plant
November 20, 2011
Thank you for your dedication to our country to protect the freedom that so many take for granted. you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers, god bless!
Marilyn Moreland
November 20, 2011
what a true hero.just want to say thank u
for what u did.we are so sorry for your loss.he will not be forgotten.
Shanna Taylor
November 20, 2011
My heart goes out to your family during this very difficult time. I will continue to pray for yall. I was very moved during the Veteran's day program at Lomax Junior High when they honored Cody. I thank you son for fighting of our freedom. I am just so sorry he paid the ultimate price. God bless your family.
Shanna Taylor (a ROTC and Future Army Mom)
Chris Lindeen
November 20, 2011
I didnt know you or your family,but as a person who was born an raised in LaPorte,attended LPHS, an was also in the ROTC their it truly hits home when we lose one of our own.I cant even imagine how it feels to lose your son my heart goes out you yall. You are a true hero an thank you for your service for your country. Cody you will never be forgotten. GOD be with you an your family.
Amy & Keith Walls
November 20, 2011
Although we did not know you, you have touched our hearts. God bless you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Rest in piece and thank you for making the ultimate sacrifice.
wendy Lizza
November 20, 2011
Cody, thank you for your dedication to our country with great pride and honor.
You are one of our hero's, may the Lord protect your family at this time of need and sorrow. You are all in our prayers.
The Lizza family ( LaPorte, Texas)
brenda venissat
November 20, 2011
You are a true hero! Even though we didnt know you or your family our hearts still ache n saddened by the loss of one of our American Soldier n LaPorte neighbor, Thank you for all you did...God Bless you and your family our thoughts and prayers are with you all...RIP Our Hero Soldier!!!!!!!! The Venissat's La Porte, Tx
Newsom Family
November 20, 2011
As we sit with our families in freedom we should all be on our knees thanking God for men like Cody and families like yours, for you have given the ultimate sacrifice. Thank You Cody Norris and the whole Norris family yall will never be forgotten.
Samantha Lee
November 20, 2011
Im very sorry for your loss. Cody was an amazing person!! I was in JROTC with him, and there was never a dull moment. He was very brave, and we all thank him for that! I know we will see each other again Cody, but until then keep everyone safe!!!
Tibbetts
November 20, 2011
The loss of a son is more than we want to even imagine. Your son gave his life to protect our lives and our country. He was also a friend to our soon to be 20 year old at LPHS, Class of 2010. We are so deeply sorry for your loss. May God hold you close and our prayers are for ever with your family. Cody will always be our Hero.
Brittnee
November 20, 2011
May God rest your soul. You are a true American hero. You stood for our country with such pride, what many aren't willing to do. God bless your family. Keep them safe, and show them comfort soldier. Hooah.
Charlotte Carley
November 20, 2011
Although I never met you....thank you for fighting for our freedoms that we enjoy today. You are in some awesome company my friend! My prayers are with you and your family.
Robyne Koch
November 20, 2011
PFC Cody R. Norris, RIP my brother, you are now A Soldier of GOD as we have the watch down here. To the Family of Cody Norris, Cody is and will always be remembered as a True American Hero, and may GOD be with you all during this time of sorrow. Your Friend
Mollie Holiday
November 20, 2011
Cody Norris, young man of action, may you always be remembered with appreciation for your many gifts to family, friends and nation.
May God bless your family and dear friends with the knowledge that you will meet again.
Glenda Dabney
November 20, 2011
I did not know your son; but then he did not know me or most of the Americans for whom he fought and died. I am so grateful for his service and your sacrifice. Thank you. May our Lord and Saviour, who is the great comforter, hold you and your family tightly in the coming days. Rest in peace good soldier.
MacDaniel
November 20, 2011
Dear Norris family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
For you every single soldier
Those who served so honorable
Your life was forever altered
While I'm home safe and free
I stand with grateful admiration
I stand respectful and so proud
I know I'm only a civilian
And I don't even know if it's allowed
But I salute you; allow me the honor
to salute you with permission let me say
Even though I hold no rank know that from my heart
My humble gratitude comes from the deepest part.
I salute you.
For those missing in action;
for those who didn't make it home.
I know you're in God's presence you are not alone.
For every neatly folded flag;
for every shattered family
I will do the only thing I know to dignify your memory.
I salute you, allow me the honor
to salute you with permission let me say
even though I hold no rank know that from my heart
my humble gratitude comes from the deepest part.
I salute you.
I Salute You.
Suzanne MacDaniel - A Proud Aunt
Colonie, NY
SGT. David M.Fisher
KIA 12/1/04 - Iraq
Sylvia Kronenwetter
November 19, 2011
Please accept my deepest sympathy
for the loss of your loved one and
Hero Cody, and my sincerest gratitude
for his service.
God Bless you Pfc. Cody R. Norris...
you will not be forgotten.
dezarah bliss
November 19, 2011
thank you cody for serving our country. you are a great guy who has touched everyones heart we truly miss you. sending all prayers to the family if there is anything you need I will be gladly to help
Dawn BEARD
November 19, 2011
To the Family of an American hero,
Words cannot express the sorrow I feel for your loss.Your son was and is a true hero. He served his country and his community.
You are in my prayers.
November 19, 2011
Even though we never met you , you are a true hero and we will forever be grateful to you for your service to our Country. Our prayers are with your family during this difficult time. God Bless.
Friends in Pasadena Texas.
Sally Lewis
November 19, 2011
God Bless Cody family. they need you now in they time of sorrow. give them peace of the mind Lord. Cody will be miss... Sally Lewis La Porte TX
Mike & Dagmar Reilly
November 19, 2011
Thank You Cody for your service to your country! May your family have peace in knowing you selfishly served and died for all the freedoms that all Americans cherish. May the Lord ease your family and friends pain in the loss of their son, brother,cousin, nephew and friend. God Bless and rest in peace.
susan huerta
November 19, 2011
Thank You Cody for being a true patriot. God Bless your family and friends.
Susan Huerta, San Antonio Tx.
T Hudson
November 19, 2011
May God Bless you, your family and friends. Thank you for your sacrifice, you are a true HERO!
One Proud American
November 19, 2011
My heart is saddened to hear of the loss of cody, another soldier who so unselfishly gave the ultimate sacrifice for our country and our freedom. Thank you to him for that and to his family and friends who stood by this young brave soldier as he journeyed out for our country. my deepest condolences.
Mona & Mike Halliburton
November 19, 2011
Your son is a true hero! I didnt know Cody personally, he was a great friend to my grandson, Tyler Lttle. I just wanted you to know that others are so proud of Cody and the ultimate sacrifice he made for our little town of La Porte and the country! Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
November 19, 2011
Your son is a True Hero! My son, Andrew, was with Cody. Andrew told me what a great soldier (and great guy) Cody was! I know the entire Alpha Company/2-34 AR in Afghanistan are fighting in honor of PFC Cody Norris right now! We continue to keep the entire family in our thoughts and prayers! Your son will NEVER be forgotten! Julie Baeza
Pamela Hamm
November 19, 2011
Thanks You CODY for being there so we can all have the rights we have. God has you in his arms forever safe. May He comfort your family at this time.
Lovoi's
November 19, 2011
You raised a very brave solider!!! My family's prayers are with you and yours at this time of sorrow!! You should be very proud... We are!!
Military parents
November 19, 2011
Thank you for your service and sacrifice. You are the cream of the crop, Cody.
November 19, 2011
Thank you for your service Cody. May God comfort your family and friends. You are our true hero., The Cunningham family (Pasadena, Tx.)
Ronnie and Birdie Selk
November 19, 2011
To family of Cody Norris
We are proud of your son-he served our country and it is because of the sacrifice your son made we can say God bless America and God Bless Cody Norris and his family. May the memories you have of him carry you through this difficult time. When God calls our love ones homes He leaves us memories in our heart. God Bless You.
June Andersen
November 19, 2011
I salute your veteran. My condolences for your loss and gratitude for your loved one's service to our country.
Hoffman Family
November 18, 2011
Thank you for your service, Cody. No greater love.
Aaron & Barbara Morrow
November 18, 2011
Much gratitude from a grateful American. Your family is in our prayers.
Robin Beck
November 18, 2011
So sorry for your loss. I had the honor of teaching Cody and Michael at CPE. Rest in peace Cody. You are a true hero.
Robin Beck
Bob Pickard
November 18, 2011
I am saddened to hear of your loss. Cody will not be forgotten.
November 18, 2011
My heart goes out to Cody's parents and loved ones. What a gut-wrenching loss. Cody will live on in the lives of those who knew him and those whose lives he touched, without ever knowing him. An American Hero. May God bless and comfort you.
patti ward
November 18, 2011
RIP young soldier, you are and will always be remembered as a TRUE HERO, thank you for your service and I will be praying for your family to get through this horrible journey.
Patti Ward
Mother of Sgt. Joshua Allen Ward
KIA 2-9-09, Mosul, Iraq
November 18, 2011
Mike and Cindy Holland Oklahoma City Ok.So sorry for your loss.Thank god for men like your son that keep our familys safe.
Raquel Aguillon
November 18, 2011
For the Norris Family So Sorry for your Loss .... Cody is a True Hero
Bobby & Linda Ray
November 18, 2011
Dear Family,
Words are hard to find at a time like this. Know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers. Wish we could be with you during this rough time.
Kimberly Culver
November 18, 2011
What an amazing and exceptional young man dear Cody was. I had the honor and privilege of working with Cody during the 2009 La Porte Community Health and Safety Fair. He was the JROTC student commander for that event. If I asked Cody to do something, I didn't need to worry because I knew he would get it done. And he drove a mean golf cart! I am devastated by Cody's loss and my thoughts and prayers are with his family.
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