Junior Norris

Junior Norris obituary, Berryville, AR

Junior Norris

Junior Norris Obituary

Published by Legacy from May 23 to Jun. 1, 2023.
Olen R. (Junior) Norris, son of Olen Riley and Iola Pearl (Barnhill) Norris, went to be with Jesus on May 20, 2023, at Mercy Hospital in Springfield, MO, at the age of 73.
He was united in marriage with the love of his life, Patty (Davis) Norris on May 9, 1969, who survives him of the home. Also surviving him are two children: John Riley Norris and Amy L. Clark (Bradley); four grandchildren: Cody Clark, Ryleigh Hillis, Alexis Norris, and Kyler Clark; two sisters: Kathryn Seitz (Gene), Carolyn Gibbs (David) and one brother: Jerry Norris (Debbie); brother-in-law, Mike Davis (Jody); along with a host of other family and friends, who mourn his passing.
He was preceded in death by his parents, his grandparents, Riley and Bessie Norris and Harry and Nellie Barnhill, and cousins Larry Meek, James Norris and Mickey Norris.
He spent his life farming and ranching, which he loved. He served in the Army National Guard during the Vietnam conflict. He knew Jesus Christ as his personal Savior and was a devoted husband and loving father and grandfather. He was deeply loved and will be forever missed.
Visitation will be 5:00 pm till 7:00 pm, Tuesday, May 23, 2023, at Charles M. Nelson Memorial Chapel. Graveside service will be 10:00 am, Wednesday, May 24, 2023, at Glenwood Cemetery with Bro. Bradley Clark officiating. Arrangements under the direction of Nelson Funeral Service. Online condolences may be sent to nelsonfuneral.com. © Nelson Funeral Service, Inc. 2023.
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