Emma Norris

Emma D. Norris, 89, passed away at 1:49 pm, Sunday, July 10, 2016 at Rosewood Care Center in Alton, one day before her 90^th birthday, with her family by her side. She was born July 11, 1926, in Wood River, the daughter of Claud and Hattie (McCleland) Holcomb.She married Charles D. Norris on August 24, 1946 at the Bethalto Methodist Church.  He preceded her in death on May 3, 1993.Emma attended Bethalto and East Alton/ Wood River High Schools graduating in 1944. She worked for John Mull Insurance until the time of her retirement. With her husband, they retired to “The Hill” in Springville, TN. She returned to Bethalto after his death.She was a member of the Bethalto United Methodist Church. She enjoyed embroidering, crocheting, sewing, and planning class reunions. She loved her family and the St. Louis Cardinals, and when she had the two together, she was her happiest.She is survived by two sons, Michael (Chris) Norris, Stephen (Beth) Norris; grandchildren Jarrett (Kelsey), Drew (Jennie), Makinsey (Mike), Kristen (Rob), Jake (Britnie), Kyle; great grandchildren Claire, Mattie, Lakin, Macgregor, Micah, Owen, Audrey, Kodie, and Adelyn; sister in law, Aileen (Mel) Tiek; brother in law Max (Betty) Norris; and many nieces and nephews.Along with her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by her brother, Floyd (Bernie) Holcomb, and brothers in law Marion (Carol) Norris and Jack (Rita) Norris.Visitation will be from 9 to 11 am with a service beginning at 11 am at Elias, Kallal and Schaaf Funeral Home in Bethalto on Thursday, July 14, 2016, with Pastor Daryl Fansler officiating.Burial will follow at Bethalto United Methodist Cemetery.In lieu of flowers, she requested donations be made to the Boys and Girls Club of Bethalto or a charity of your choice. The family wishes to thank the staff of Rosewood Care Center of Alton for their loving care and devotion to her.

Obit Provided By:
Elias, Kallal & Schaaf Funeral Home