Calvert Benedict "Dickie" Norris
October 21, 1937 ~ September 9, 2014
Services:
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, September 13, 2014 at 10:00 AM in Immaculate Conception Catholic Church Mechanicsville, MD with Father Michael Tietjen officiating. Interment will follow in Queen of Peace Catholic Cemetery Helen, MD.
Visitation:
The family will receive friends on Friday, September 12, 2014 from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM with prayers recited at 7:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home Leonardtown, MD.
Calvert Benedict “Dickie” Norris,76, of Mechanicsville, MD passed away on September 9, 2014 in Washington, DC. Born on October 21, 1937 in Leonardtown, MD, he was the son of the late Mary Elizabeth Gatton Norris and Calvert Ignatius Norris.
Dickie was the devoted husband of Emily Wood Norris for 55 years, whom he married on October 10, 1959 in Immaculate Conception Catholic Church Mechanicsville, MD. Dickie is survived by his children; Donna Yvonne Norris, James Benedict Norris (Christine), David Wood Norris (Dawn), Dennis Wood Norris (Karyn) all of Mechanicsville, MD., 6 grandchildren, and 1 great grandchild. Siblings; Mary Lou Mattei and John Edward Norris both of Leonardtown, MD., and Joan Payne of Mechanicsville, MD. He was preceded in death by his siblings; Elizabeth Ann Beavan, Robert Ignatius Norris, and William Andrew Norris.
Dickie attended St. Mary’s Academy and was a lifelong resident of St. Mary’s County, MD. He served in the National Guard in Leonardtown, MD, and worked as a Route Salesman for Wonder Bread for 38 years. Dickie was the founder of Cut Loose Outfitters of Mechanicsville, MD; and a member of the Continental Bakery Local 33. He was an altar server for Our Lady’s Catholic Church Medley’s Neck, MD for many years, he enjoyed crabbing, fishing, hunting, and loved spending time with his family and friends. He was a devoted member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church.
The family will receive friends on Friday, September 12, 2014 from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM with prayers recited at 7:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home Leonardtown, MD. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, September 13, 2014 at 10:00 AM in Immaculate Conception Catholic Church Mechanicsville, MD with Father Michael Tietjen officiating. Interment will follow in Queen of Peace Catholic Cemetery Helen, MD. Pallbearers; Justin Norris, Stephen Norris, Sean Caywood, Steve Wood, Victor Wood, Patrick Wood, Gerald Wood, and Tony Norris. Honorary Pallbearers: Quintin Wood, Michael Wood, Eddie Copsey, Preston Downs, Sam Nelson, Jeffery Raley, James G. Wood and Quint Wood.
Contributions may be made to the Mechanicsville Vol. Rescue Squad P.O. Box 15 Mechanicsville, MD 20659, and/or Immaculate Conception Catholic Church P.O. Box 166 Mechanicsville, MD 20659.
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“”Emily and family. I am sorry to hear about Dickie passing my thoughts and prayers are with all of you. The Angels are watching over him.”
” “To the Family So sorry for your loss Dickie was a wonderful person I have know him all of my life May the Peace of God be with all of the family in this most sorrowful time ” “
“To Ems, Donna, Jim, David, Dennis and all the grandkids…so sorry to hear of Mr. Norris’ passing…such a shock..guess God was in a hurry to get the best crabs ever…I know you know that he is watching you from above…look for the signs..you’ll see he is still with you in spirit…I was praying for him when he was sick, now praying for all his family that misses him so much..hugs to you all… “
“Emily and Family, We were so sorry to hear about Dickie, we are away from home right now but will keep you all in our prayers.”
“Donna, words cannot express the sorrow we feel for you and your family. Our prayers and thoughts are so with you. May the Lord heal and protect you.”
“Emily & Family, Sorry to hear of Dickie Passing. What a wonderful person just remember that death leaves a broken heart and wonderful memories will last a life time. May He rest In Peace Now with Good Lord and all of the angels.”
“Ms. Emily, David and Dennis and the entire family. We are saddened with hearing of the passing of Dickie. I remember him back in the days of pitching for the Anderson Bar Rocking Chair Softball team with dad. He was a great man and will be missed by many. RIP my friend”
“Emily, our thoughts and prayers are with you, your children, grandchildren, and all of Dickie’s family. May God give you the strength and comfort you will need in the days to come. Sam and Dickie talked nearly every day for 47 years through work, crabbing, fishing and hunting. Sam will have many good memories of his good friend and will miss him terribly.”
“Dennis and family, I am so sorry for the loss of your father. Your family is in my prayers.”
“Dearest Emily, Donna, Jimmy, Dennis, David and the entire family, Words cannot express the sadness that we have in our hearts for you all. Just know how much others care and share in your sorrow. Keep his memories close in your hearts and he will always walk with you. You are Very Loved by Us!! You All now have a Special Guardian Angel Watching Over You From Heaven!! XOXOXOXOXOXOX”
“Aunt Emily and family our prayers and thoughts are with you all.”
“Emily and family. Please know that we are praying for you guys. God has a plan and it is not for us to know what it is, we have to just trust in him. Please call if you need anything at all.”
“Dickie was such a wonderfull person. He always called when he had softcrabs ready. He was a good friend of my dad and I will always cherish the good times we had duck hunting with Eddie Long and my dad and me as a teenager they were wonderfull times God is looking over Dickie now. rest in peace”
“Condolences to the entire family at this time. May God Speed healing and comfort to all of you!”
“Dear Emily and family, We are deeply saddened by your loss and Dickie will truly be missed. “
“Our prayers go out to Dickie’s family worked with you for 10 years at Wonder bread,will miss you. God give comfort to you all.”
“Donna, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I’ve always admired the love you have for each other!xoxoxoxo”
“So very sorry for your loss. My Thoughts and Prayers are with you and your Family during this difficult time.”
“My dearest Donna, Emily, and family – my heartfelt love and prayers are with you during this traumatic time and always. I wish I could take away your pain – I know it isn’t possible. There are so many of us out here praying and loving you! But please know in your hearts that he is now at peace……. watching over you and the family and still loving you. “
“We are so sorry to hear about Dickie’s passing.He is in God’s loving care now.Will not be able to attend Dickie’s prayers or Mass of christian burial but will keep him & all of you in our prayers. May the peace of the Lord be w/ all of you.”
“Our thoughts and prayers to the Norris and Wood family.”
“We are so sorry to hear of Dickie’s passing. Our prayers and sympathy go out to all. May he rest in peace.”
“So very sorry to have heard the news today that Dickie had passed away… He was a wonderful friend to our family (my dad Buck Guy) and my brothers of course. He was such a hard worker and kind man. My prayers are with each of you… “
“Emily & Family; So sorry to hear about Dickie, always had a smile on his face, he was a wonderful man. God Bless you’ll.”
“So very sorry for your loss. “
“To all of Dickie’s family, My prayers are with you. It is so hard to let them go when something sudden like this happens. Take care of each other and remember him with a smile.”
“So sorry to hear about Dickie. We have had some good times in the past. The best was at the MBHS Prom when we spiked the punch bowl, that old gym was never the same again! Our prayers and condolences for you and your family. Louis”
“Justin, Steven and family. I am so sorry for the loss of your grandfather. Remember the good ole times!! Love you guys!”
“So sorry to the family I remember when he worked with my dad( Buck Guy) at wonder bread God Bless”
“Emily and family. Dickie was a dear friend of our family. He was like a big brother to Eddie as they enjoyed each other’s company when they were fishing or hunting. He will be dearly missed by all. Our thoughts, love and prayers are with you all. Love, Eddie and Barbara”
“may the peace of our Lord and Savior be yours not just during this difficult time but always. rest in The Lord for he will bring you comfort.My prayers are with you.”
“Emily and family you are in our thoughts and prayers.”
“Dickie was a wonderful man. We are deeply sorry for your loss and will continue to keep you and your family in our prayers.”
“Donna,Emily,&Family, We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your dear Dad and Husband. Please know our prayers are with you and share in your loss. Mom was so fond of Miss Emily. May you be surrounded with love and comfort at this time. “
“Emily and family we were sorry to hear of Dickie’s passing. We will keep you all in our prayers.”
“My deepest sympathy to Dickie’s family. It was a shock to everyone I am sure. On behalf of all of my family I want you to know how concerned we are. No one ever really dies, as they live forever in our hearts. May the wonderful memories you have ease the pain of his passing. May God bless you abundantly and know you are in my prayers.”
“Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Norris family at this difficult time. Mr. Norris was a fine man, and we will miss him. May God Bless and comfort you.”
“To Emily and the entire Norris and Wood families – We were so shocked and sadden to hear of Dickie passing. We have so many special memories of him, especially of those days as a member of the Anderson’s Bar Softball Team. He pitched so many great games and we feel certain he is on a team now in heaven with others we’ve lost. We will miss him and we will keep you all in our prayers. RIP Dickie! “
“Emily, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Dickie. My prayers are with you and your family.”
“Jim and Donna – So sorry to hear about your dad’s passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.”
“Dear Emily and family, Our heartfelt sympathy on Dickie’s passing. He was a great guy. Our special thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time. Love, Pat & Frank”
“Emily, Donna and family, I’m so sorry to hear of Dickie’s passing. Please know that you are in our prayers. Tracey and Doll. “
“SORRY FOR THE FAMILY LOSS. HE WAS A GREAT PERSON, WAS ALWAYS NICE AND FRINDLEY.”
“Emily and family, Sending my sympathy and prayers. Keep all the happy memories closed to your heart.”
“Keeping all of you in our thoughts and prayers at this sad time. Allow your hearts to be filled with joyful memories.”
“Emily and family, We are so sad to hear of the loss of Dickie. It has been a long time since I have seen either of you, but it is just like yesterday. You both will be in my prayers.”
“Your family is in my prayers at this difficult time; I was blessed to take care of your father. Claire from MWHC “
“To all of Dickie’s family. We are sorry to hear of his passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Remember all the good times and it will help you through the difficult moments. “
“Emily & Families I am so sorry about your loss and hopefully with the support of your family, friends and prayers it will give you the support that you need to help you thru this time of sorrow. God Bless”
“Emily ,so sorry to hear about Dickie, our thoughts & prayers are with you & your family”