Mildred Louise Norris
June 17, 1924 ~ May 8, 2008
Services:
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, May 12, 2008 at 10:00 AM in Our Lady's Church, Medley's Neck with Fr. LaHood officiating. Interment will follow in the Charles Memorial Gardens.
Visitation:
Viewing/Visitation will be held on Sunday, May 11, 2008 from 2:00 - 5:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, where Prayers will be said at 3:00 PM.
Mildred Louise Guy Norris, 83, of Leonardtown, MD died May 8, 2008 at her residence. She was born June 17, 1924 in Leonardtown, MD to the late George Franklin and Mary Ellen Turner Guy. She was the wife of the late Ernest Ignatius Norris, Sr., whom she married on April 19, 1944. She is survived by her children, Thomas Merle Norris, Sr. and his wife Eleanor, Francis Ellen Quade, Mildred Anne Norris, all of Leonardtown, MD and Ernest Ignatius Norris, Jr. and a daughter-in-law Dawn Marie Norris, of Lusby, MD. She is also survived by her brother, Thomas Edward Guy of WV and sister, Grace Loretta Hebler of NC. Mildred has ten grandchildren: Eleanor Anne Mekus, Thomas Merle Norris Jr., Joseph Andrew Norris, James Michael Quade, Jacquelyn Michelle Greenwell, Jeanette Marie Hammon, Jennifer Lynne Cocagne, Joshua Shane Norris, Rachel Marie Norris and Erin Rochelle Norris; nine great-grandchildren: Ashley Nicole Vaniglio, Matthew Thomas Norris, Heather Marie Norris, Kacie Lynn Quade, Ashton Michael Quade, Connor James Greenwell, Timothy Wayne Abell, Michael Thomas Hammon and Trinity Jade Norris; and one great-great-grandchild, Jaylah Coryn Stephenson. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by her sisters Mary Catherine Abell and Anna Mae Ruppel and brothers Joseph Franklin Guy, Raymond Aloysius Guy, Benedict Ishmael Guy and Holland Ignatius Guy. She was primarily a homemaker, but at times worked as a seamstress, childcare provider and a nurse's aide. She was an extremely talented woman who could make just about anything. She made many wedding gowns and bridesmaid dresses for people in the county, reupholstered furniture, made delicious stuffed hams and was an excellent cook. She crocheted beautiful afghans and special creations for family members and friends and made many bed dolls and crafts. She made beautiful and creative cakes and always made birthdays special for everyone. She was a devoted wife and mother, committed to loving and providing for her children, always putting their needs first. She was a warm and compassionate mother, grandmother and great-grandmother and will be greatly missed by everyone. The family will receive friends on Sunday, May 11, 2008 from 2:00-5:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD where prayers will be said at 3:00 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, May 12, 2008 at 10:00 AM in Our Lady's Catholic Church, Medley's Neck, MD with Fr. Thomas LaHood officiating. Interment will follow in Charles Memorial Gardens, Leonardtown, MD. Pallbearers will be Thomas Merle Norris, Jr., Joseph Andrew Norris, James Michael Quade, James Todd Greenwell, Steven C. Mekus and Thomas D. Cocagne. Contributions may be made to Hospice of St. Mary's, P.O. Box 625, Leonardtown, MD 20650.
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“”Our thoughts and prayers are with the family, Love Larry & Cora Norris”
“Ellen, Millie and Family….. Was saddened to hear of your Mom’s passing. Cherish the memories and may God bless all of you during this difficult time.”
“Merle, Eleanor and all of the Norris family … our deepest sympathy and prayers to you. Always remember your wonderful family memories to help you get through this very sad time.”
“Our thoughts and prayers are with the family right now on the passing of Aunt Mildred. We will miss her dearly. Wanda & Rick Loheed”
“I’ve been in newspaper for many years and to this day one of my favorite interviews was with Aunt Mildred when she taught me how to make Southern Maryland Stuffed Hams. Her hams won first prize at the St. Mary’s County Fair’s stuffed ham contest many years. She was a wonderful, dear person and we will miss her very much.”
“We are sorry for your loss.”
“It only seems like yesterday in which all of us kids were running around the yard and playing and being mischevious. 🙂 So many good times and memories that I will never forget! The sound of her laughter still echoes in my ears and makes me smile. Whenever I was with her, I wasn’t just some kid, I was a part of her family. For that she has and will always have a very special place in my heart. As I’m sitting here trying to hold in my tears, I can’t help but think of how the world was a better place with her in it and now heaven is a better place also because she is there. My love to you all….”
“So sorry for your loss. Mildred was a great person and lovable person when it came to her family and was full of love around her from family and friends. We wish you the best condolences in this time of sadness.”
“Ellen, Your mom was such a nice person,although I have not seen her for a long time . The memories I have of her will always be remmembered.”
“To all the Norris Family…we treasure our memories of Maa Maa. She provided the love and nurturing of a grandmother to our children, Maureen and Stephen. We are so appreciative of the wonderful care and love she gave them and how she welcomed us into her family. She has touched so many lives and will be greatly missed. Our sincere condolences.”
“Ellen and all the Norris Family, My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time. Although I didn’t know Mildred, my grandchildren were nurtured by her and have wonderful memories of her kindness.”
“Ellen & Family ~ We are so sorry to hear about your mom, She was a wonderful woman . Our thoughts and prayer’s are with all of you~”
“My prayers and condolences as you mourn your loving mother. I remember the family well as we were neighbors in Leoandartown and your Mom was a clerk at our family business, Town Cleaners. I will enroll her in our Book of Life for a perpetual remembrance at our Community daily prayers and Mass. God bless the family and may your Mother’s gentle spirit and love bring you comfort. Best regards Paul(Brother Declan,BGS)”
“Anne, We are so sorry for your loss. We know that you have spent the last 2 weeks at your parents home taking care of your grandmother day & night. We are certain that she was in the best hands possible…we know how you are here at work and how kind hearted, considerate, and genuine. She was in the best hands. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.”
“I am your first great grandchild and I am about to have your first great great grandchild. It’s funny how this has all worked out. When your mother passed away, my mom was in labor with me, and when your mother was buried, I was born. Now that you have passed away, I am in/out of labor with my baby. You will always be my Maa Maa, and now that I know your with Pop Pop, I know your in a better place! I Love You Ashley. “
“Ellen Quade & family Sorry to hear of your loss. I’m sure your mom is now at peace & she’s been reunited with those who have gone before her. Cathy Mattingly & family”
“To all the family, So sorry to hear about Aunt Mildred. We are out of town so will not be able to attend the services, but our prayers are with you.”
“Merle & Eleanor; Just wanted you to know that Dub and I are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers and were sorry to hear of your Mother’s passing.God Bless you and keep you. “
“Millie and Jennifer, my thoughts and prayers are with you today. God blessed your family with a treasure for 83 years – cherish her memory forever. Give each other a hug.”
“Millie and family, we are sorry to hear about your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.”
“News takes a while to get to me in Alaska but my heart is deeply saddened that the world has lost this wonderful lady.”