Photo courtesy of Brown-Forward Funeral Home - Shaker Heights
Cleveland, Ohio
1943 - 2014
William P. Norris, age 71, emeritus professor of sociology at Oberlin College, died April 12, 2014, at Judson Park Retirement Community in Cleveland after a long illness.He was born on March 16, 1943, in Charlotte, NC, the son of William Paul Norris and Janis Corbitt Norris. He grew up in...
Read MoreI grew up across the street from the Norris family and was close friends with Bill's sister, Melissa. As such, I got to know Bill, and to appreciate his character and intelligence. There was no doubt that he'd excel at whatever he chose to do. My condolences to Melissa, Alison, Clayton, Faryl and family.
Nancy Braswell
July 02, 2015 | Tucson, AZ
Melissa & Allison - I am sorry to hear of Bill's passing. He accomplished a lot in his life that I either didn't know or forgot. My thoughts are with you and your families.
Nanelle Jeffries
April 27, 2014 | Chattanooga, TN
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by God, also by the words in the Bible at Philemon 4-7 along with the support and love of your family and friends.
April 16, 2014
