Born February 5, 1928 in Hancock, Maryland
Departed July 22, 2023 in Melbourne, Florida
George E. Norris, 95, of Melbourne, Florida passed on July 22, 2023 in Melbourne. He was born on February 5, 1928 in Hancock, Maryland to Walter Edward and Martha Smith Norris. His family includes his daughters Susan Williams, Doris (Steve) Dandrea, Debbie (Bill) Garcia; son George Edward Norris, III; 13 grandchildren; 17 great grandchildren and 3 great great grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents Walter and Martha Norris; sister Evelyn; brothers Benjamin and Daniel.
George was loved by everyone and enjoyed riding motorcycles; owning many over the years. He rode with the American Legion Riders and encouraged others to ride.
A WWII veteran, he was often at The Wall when it was at Wickham Park and was always in his uniform.
George worked as a supervisor for the railroad and was always responsive to any issues needing to be taken care of. He also managed a drive in theater in Maryland. He was an active member of American Legion Post 81. Please consider donations in his memory to American Legion Post 81:
Family and friends are welcome to attend calling hours from 10 am until 11:45 am at Brownlie Maxwell Funeral Home, 1010 E. Palmetto Avenue on Tuesday, August 8, 2023. US Army honors and burial will continue at 2 pm at Cape Canaveral National Cemetery, 5525 Highway 1, Mims, Florida.
17 entries.
Amber mcdaniel
from Cocoa wrote on August 20, 2023:
This is the world's greatest man to live heaven gained an amazing person
John Crowder
from West Melbourne in county wrote on August 12, 2023:
George was the nicest person ,thanks for you service to this nation.And for being in all the parades with american legion 81.and thanks for all your stories you left with us.
Mary Lundy
from Melbourne wrote on August 10, 2023:
Thank you for your service to our country 🇺🇸 and being part of our family at Post 81 RIP George
Peter King
from West Melbourne wrote on August 10, 2023:
Rest in Peace, you will be missed & Thank You for your service.
Tiffany Spence
from Palm Bay wrote on August 10, 2023:
RIP George. You will be greatly missed. It will not be the same not seeing you at the Wall Reunion next year. Your absence will be felt like a silent teacher, teaching us to appreciate what we have and value what we miss. You were appreciated and valued more than even you may know. I am humbled to have had the honor of knowing you. Thank you for your service. Rest easy now. You've earned it.
To George's family: My love and condolences for you all. George was such a a wonderful man. I can only imagine how his absence will be felt in your family. Remember to tell stories about him (and all your loved ones), for they never truly die until the last time their name is spoken on this earth. God Bless you all. He is looking down on you from Heaven.
Angel Wiles
from Melbourne wrote on August 10, 2023:
Rest in peace and thank you for your service 🙏. God Bless you Sir!
Angel Wiles
from Melbourne wrote on August 10, 2023:
God bless you Sir!!!!!
Doug Wiles
from Melbourne wrote on August 10, 2023:
R.I.P. George, it was honor to have known you. I always enjoyed seeing you at the Vietnam Reunion at Wickham Park in your uniform. You will definitely be missed !!
Suzanne Revels
from Melbourne wrote on August 10, 2023:
Thank you for your service George I'm going to miss you at the reunion and the 81 tent. God bless you and rest easy my friend 🇺🇲
Chris Wilson
from Palm Bay wrote on August 10, 2023:
I truly Thank You for your service. It's not going to be the same this coming year at the wall. You will be truly missed.
Kenny Green
from Melbourne wrote on August 10, 2023:
Thank you for your service to this country. You were a proud American.
Kenny
Bob Eveleigh
from Melbourne wrote on August 10, 2023:
Rest in peace Mr. Norris. Was always a pleasure seeing how you could brighten up the parades and at the while while in your uniform. Honor to have been a member of American Legion Post 81 with heroes such as yourself. Ride easy, Semperfi Fi
FatBob
Angela Blackford Ritchey
from Melbourne wrote on August 9, 2023:
George was such a shining light at the Wall Reunion every year. I waited on him at the 81 breakfast tent and he was always a gentleman.
It brought a tear to my eyes to see him in uniform every year representing his time in service.
Thank you for your service and Rest in Peace.
Bill Dodds
from Melbourne wrote on August 8, 2023:
George,
You will be greatly missed. You were a staple at the wall every year. We all looked forward to seeing you there in your uniform. You were an inspiration to many. It won’t be the same there without you. Thank you for your service and unwavering love of your country.
Bill Dodds
Post 81
Robert Gagne
from Bryson city north Carolina wrote on August 3, 2023:
Rest in peace and thank you for your service 🙏
Doris Dandrea
from MELBOURNE wrote on August 2, 2023:
I miss you already dad, you will sadly missed by Sue, your grandchildren ,the rest of the family & all your friends.
Kelly Bengivenga
from Apollo Beach wrote on August 2, 2023:
Rest easy Uncle George. I have so many wonderful memories of you growing up. But my favorite one is just a few months old. My grandchildren and I singing Happy Birthday to you on your 95th birthday and the smile on your face will stay with me forever. Please tell my Nanny and Pop-pop I said hello. Ps. Sorry we didn't get to turn your walker into a motorcycle. But I know you are riding around in Heaven on your new motorcycle. This is not goodbye, but until we meet again. Forever you will remain in my heart. I love you, love Kelly
Born February 5, 1928 in Hancock, Maryland