Elizabeth Lucille Norris
June 26, 1945 ~ January 23, 2018
Elizabeth Lucille Norris, 72 of Leonardtown, MD passed away on January 23, 2018 at the Hospice House in Callaway, MD surrounded by her family and holding her husband’s hand of fifty-three years, James “Chally” Norris, Sr., whom she married on April 24, 1964 at Our Lady’s Catholic Church in Leonardtown, MD. Elizabeth was born on June 26, 1945 in Leonardtown, MD. She was the daughter of the late James Clark, Sr. and Ellen Dora Williams and the daughter in-law of the late Woodrow Wilson and Agnes Teresa Norris. Elizabeth is survived by her son’s James “Wally” Norris, Jr. and his wife Jackie and, Joseph “Joey” Norris and his wife Nancy. Elizabeth had three grandchildren Jake, Madison & Lucas Norris. She is also survived by her siblings Jimmy Williams (Tina), Ella Mae Ball, Janice Hammett (Wayne), Gary Williams (Cathy), John Williams (Jenny), Susan Redmond (Johnny), Joe Williams (Rebecca), Mary Garner (Boots), Jack Williams (June), Jackie Mays (Mike), Pat Howes (Randy), Ronnie Williams (Kathy), and Karen Bailey (John), sister and brother in-laws Margaret Ann Pruitt, Libby Bean (John), and Woody Norris (Jill).
Elizabeth was a Daycare Provider for many years watching many of her nieces and nephews as well as her grandchild. She enjoyed spending time with her family, especially the family gatherings during the holidays, often times played the role of Mrs. Claus for the children. Elizabeth had a love for cooking, listening to bluegrass music, some of her most memorial moments were when she would go fishing with her husband Chally. They enjoyed spending time on the water and gardening.
The family will receive friends on Monday January 29, 2018 from 5:00 to 8:00 pm with prayers recited at 7:00 pm in the Mattingly-Gardiner Funeral Home Leonardtown, MD. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 10:00 am on Tuesday January 30, 2018 at Our Lady’s Catholic Church in Leonardtown, MD, with Father Anthony Lickteig officiating. Interment will follow at Our Lady’s Catholic Church Cemetery.
Pallbearers are Jake Norris, Chris Garner, Matthew Williams, Darrell Williams, Stevie Williams, and J.F. Williams.
Honorary Pallbearers are Madison Norris, Lucas Norris, Brian Hammett, Melissa McDonald, and Julie Mays.
Memorial Contributions may be made to Hospice of St. Mary’s, P.O. Box 625, Leonardtown, MD 20650.
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So sorry for your loss. She was such a wonderful and loving woman, she will be missed by so many.
My heart is heavy for this family. I love you all. Peace be with you.
Hugs and prayers to all of the family! I will be out of town, but will be thinking about you all during the days ahead. I am so sorry for you all and the loss of Bubba. She was a beautiful lady inside and out! Keep all of the wonderful memories that you have close to your heart.
We are so very sad and sorry for your loss of Bubba. She was such a sweet lady. May all of the good times that you have shared bring comfort and peace in the days ahead. Bubba and all who love her will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Prayers to all of the family!
To The Norris and Williams Family,
It is with a heavy heart we send our thoughts, prayers and hugs to you all on your great loss! She was a wonderful, kind and caring lady that the community will miss greatly! Her love for her family showed. May the comfort of family and friends lighten your loss!
Tommy and Rose Goldsborough
Franny and I send our sincere condolences to the Norris family. Remembering how happy she was at the 50th wedding anniversary party and that beautiful smile that warmed the heart.
Charlie, Walley, Karen and family, So very sorry to hear about your loss. You will be in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
To all the Williams & Norris family,
I am very sorry for the loss of our sweet cousin Bubba. May you always look back on the love and happiness that her life brought to you. God bless you all.
To the family of Charlie and Elizabeth: It is very hard to loose a wife and mother. Keep your memories close at heart and you will get thru the healing process. To the brothers and sisters of Elizabeth. It is also hard to loose a family member, especially when the family is so close to one another as your family is. Stay strong and God will help you thru this.
Chally & family:
My thoughts, prayers & condolences go out to you all on the passing of your wife/mother..
Keep her memory close to your hearts.. She is now all of yours guardian angel to watch of you all..
God Bless..
Shirley (Larry Combs’ daughter)
Norris and Williams family
So sorry we had to loose such a special lady,everyone will be in my prayers.
Wayne and Gennie
To all the Norris and Williams Family
Our most sincere condolence on your loss . May God grant her eternal rest and a place at His table and peace and many good memories to all her family. God bless you all.
Wayne and Joan Thompson
My Dear Sister Bubba, I will always miss you. I am so thankful to you for the great morals you instilled in my son while in your care as his babysitter. You always treated him like a son. God Bless You.
Chally, I think of you as a brother. Please lean on us to help you through this very, very difficult time.
Wally and Joey, You have one of the best mothers in the world and she will always watch over you and your families. Love, Joe
My deepest sympathies to the family on your loss. I hope that you are able to find comfort in leaning on one another during this difficult time (Prov 17:17). Please also know that the Most High provides comfort in our trials (Psalm 83:18; 2 Cor 1:3,4). He also promises of a bright future for mankind (Psalm 37:29). Please hold on to these encouraging thoughts along with the love surrounding you and the precious memories shared.
Dear Bubba, you or my cousin but I will always consider you as my sister. I loved you and always loved being around you. Thank you so much for all you did for April when she was a baby and taking care of her while I was in the hospital. Thank you too for always being a great aunt to Sterling. I will always miss you and will keep you close in my heart until we meet again. My deepest sympathy to Chally, Wally, Joey and their families. Love to your 13 brothers and sisters too. Love always, Gin
My deepest sympathy to the Norris and Williams families. May you find strength in knowing you are surrounded by friends and family who love and support you during this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
To all of Elizabeth’s (Bubba) Family – We are so sorry for the loss of your dear Bubba. She was a special and great person and will always live within you all through those wonderful memories you hold deep within your hearts. She is now another one of your beautiful Guardian Angels in Heaven along with your Mom and Dad! We are praying for you all to get through these very difficult days with ease. Our hearts are with you all!
Chally and all the family. We are so sorry for your loss.Elizabeth was a beautiful person. May she rest in peace and know she will always be with you. Barbara and Robert.
To the Norris and Williams Families. So sorry for your loss of Bubba. She was a very sweet and special lady. She will be with you always through your treasured memories of her. She is now your guardian angel watching over you all. Thinking of you, Bubbie and Sue
Wally and Family,
May care and love of those around you provide comfort and peace to get you through the days ahead. Our most sincere condolences.
John & Sylvia Welch
Chally and Family,
So sorry for your loss. She is in the loving hands of our Lord. May you have peace knowing she is in heaven.
My sincerest condolences to the family. RIP Betty.