Carolyn Boyd Norton

Carolyn Boyd Norton obituary

Carolyn Boyd Norton

Carolyn Norton Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Higgins Funeral Home at Hunter-Allen-Myhand on Nov. 24, 2025.

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Mrs. Carolyn Boyd Norton, age 77, of LaGrange, passed away on November 23, 2025. Mrs. Norton was born on March 24, 1948 in LaGrange to the late T.G. Boyd and Annie Lou Houston Boyd. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Ernest Ray Norton, daughter, Shannon Barnes and a brother, Steve Boyd. Mrs. Norton was in the banking business and retired as a Customer Service Representative with CB&T.

Survivors include her son, Earnest Ray Norton (Melise Norton); brothers, Butch Boyd (Jeri) and James Boyd (Ellen); sisters, Sharon Boyd and Barbara Hart; five grandchildren, Alan Sivell, Daniel Kelly, Crystal Evans, Jarred Norton, Jacob Norton, six great-grandchildren and one great-great grandchild; nieces, nephews and extended family.

Special acknowledgement to Lacey Kelly for her caregiving. The family also extends a special thank you to all the Wellstar Hospice healthcare staff.

Graveside services will be held on Wednesday, November 26, 2025 at 2:00 pm at the Shadowlawn Cemetery. Family and friends will assemble at the graveside.

Higgins Funeral Home at Hunter Allen Myhand, 706-884-5626.

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