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Obituary For James Norris
JAMES ARTHUR NORRIS was born August 29, 1953, in Spartanburg, South Carolina. He was the fifth of nine children born to the late Odell Norris Sr. and Mary Lou Harvin-Norris. Phyllis Askew, sister and Odell “June” Norris, Jr, brother, Mary Elizabeth Norris-Smoak, sister, David Lee Norris, Jr., brother preceded James in death.
James., fondly known to his friends as “Norris” spent his early years in Spartanburg, SC. where he attended Mary H. Wright Elementary School. James graduated from Spartanburg High School in 1971. After graduation James enlisted in the Marines in 1972. He served as a Professional Technician at Camp LeJune until 1973. James was deployed to Vietnam were he
served from 1973 to 1975.
James dedicated his life to the Lord and was baptized in1967, in Spartanburg, S.C. by the late Minister J. Leon Pridgen of Mt Moriah Baptist Church. James worked at Drapier Mill and Dyna-Cast until his retirement in 2006.
James loved to watch old westerns and listen to music. James served as the Head Usher on the Senior Usher Board and was a devoted member of The Men of God at Mt. Moriah. He served faithfully until his health no longer permitted him to do so. He also loved his family and enjoyed visiting them during the holidays. James was truly a gentle soul.
James’s gentle spirit left this earthly planet on Tuesday, June 30, 2026. He leaves to cherish his memory: Juanita Norris of Spartanburg, S.C. , wife, Licita Knuckes of Duncan, S.C, Jamar James Norris-Miller (Sherelle), Valishia Renee Norris-Logan (Bradley), of Spartanburg, S.C, (children) of Charlotte, N.C, Betty Allen of Baltimore, MD, Lillie Mae Norris of Spartanburg, S.C, Patricia (William) Richburg of Valdosta, GA, and Dorothy Norris-Landrum of Spartanburg, S.C. (siblings), and a host of nieces, nephews, and other friends.
Visitation will be held 3:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. Friday, July 10, 2026 at the J.S. Woodward Memorial Chapel.
Funeral Services will be held 12:00 noon Saturday, July 11, 2026 at Mt. Moriah Baptist Church, Spartanburg, South Carolina. Burial with military honors will take place at Heritage Memorial Gardens, Roebuck, South Carolina 29376.
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Winfred L. Hollis sent Red and White Handled Basket for James Norris - July 06, 2026
Alisa Green sent The Peace Lily for James Norris - July 06, 2026
To Ms. Lillie Norris and the entire family of Mr. James Norris: I hope it gives you comfort knowing that others are thinking of you with lots of prayers. May the LORD be with you and see you through your time of bereavement. Sincere Love Merdel Chisolm Concord, NC
Juanita & NORRIS Families💔So SORRY for Your LOSS.Sending Hugs&Love Along with 🙏🏼💙🙏🏼 Prayers&Sympathy, Light& Peace 💔Rest in Heavenly Peace Norris💔Robert&Michelle Michelle Thompson
My condolences to the Norris Family. May James rest in peace. He will always be One Mean Marine as the saying goes!!! "WHO-RAH" Space Head 🎺🎺
Uncle James, it is so hard to put into words how deeply heartbroken I am right now. My heart aches knowing that you are no longer here with us, but I will forever hold on to the beautiful memories you gave me. I will always cherish the times you took me Uptown to buy shoes, using me as your excuse to get out of the house with Papa. What may have seemed like simple moments then have become priceless memories that I will carry with me for the rest of my life. I will miss you more than words can ever truly express. I love the laughter, the joy, and all the fun memories we shared, especially the way you knew we were giving you a surprise birthday party and you still kept it a secret from us. That memory makes me smile through my tears, because it reminds me of your spirit and the special way you made moments unforgettable. Whenever I needed to talk or needed a kind ear to listen, you were always there for me. You gave me comfort, wisdom, and words of encouragement when I needed them most. Your love, your kindness, and your presence meant so much to me, and the emptiness left behind is something I will feel for a long time. You will be so deeply missed, Uncle James. Thank you for the love, the memories, the laughter, and the encouragement you gave me. Rest in peace. I love you always. With all my love, your niece, Priscilla.
Prayers and condolences to the Norris family. Norris and I attended Cummings Street and Spartanburg High School to gather. He was a kind and generous person. He will be missed by family and friends. Trudy Woodruff
James and I were Ushers at MMBC. Later I founded out that he was Lily's brother he's Family. No matter what was going on with James l would see him dress out to usher and when I seen him l thought What A Faithful Servant!!! Heartfelt Condolences Family 💜 Etta Irby/Frances Norris Skinner Family
Rest peaceful James,we had good times Back of the college
My thoughts continue to be with the family in the loss of my uncle James. I'm keeping his siblings in my thoughts and prayers 🙏❤️ - Pat, Lillie Mae, Dorothy Jean, Betty
Norris was a good friend and a faithful Usher. He will truly be missed.Family you have my deepest sympathy and prayers.
Best friend and cousin. Maryann and I will miss you, because you were always making jokes. Juanita your husband was a great man and I know that you're going to miss him. rest in peace Norris you're be missed. We love you.🙏🏾
To the Norris Family, You have one prayers and heartfelt sympathy. Ottis and Vanessa
I am very sorry for the loss of my uncle James. He was truly a fighter no matter what he was going through 🙏. I'll miss his sense of humor and my heartfelt thoughts are with the rest of the family, including his siblings Pat, Lillie Mae, Dorothy Jean, Betty, and David. RIP uncle James (Revelation 21:3,4; John 5:28,29)
Deepest condolences is extended to the Norris family❤️🙏🏾
Rest Peacefully James.
Norris you are going to be missed by everybody matter of fact you are already missed fly high my Brother To the family I'm sorry for yall loss you all are in my thoughts and Prayers
RIP my brother
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