He was born on March 30, 1949 in Port Arthur, TX to LeRoy and Joyce (Hebert) Norris. Gary attended St. Joseph’s Elementary School and graduated from Bishop Byrne High School. Shortly after, he served in the National Guard before starting his career and accomplishing the title of Master Plumber. Gary started his own business, Norris Plumbing Inc., and served the greater Houston community for over 40 years. He was also an active member of St. Jerome Catholic Community and the Knights of Columbus Council 4550 as a distinguished Fourth Degree Knight. In 2003 / 2004 he served as Deputy Grand Knight. Gary was loved and respected by many.
He is survived by his loving wife of 14 years, Hilda Norris; his children, Misti Norris of Dallas, Gary Norris Jr. & husband Taylor of Boston, and Luke Norris of Beaumont; his stepchildren, Robert Bernal of Raleigh, Noel Maldonado of Dallas, Damien Maldonado of Dallas, Cristina Zuniga of Katy, and Javier Padilla of Hempstead; and his grandchildren who he loved and cherished. He is also survived by many brothers and sisters: Rickie Norris & wife Deanna of Port Arthur, Terry Norris & wife Donna of Port Arthur, Amber Ramirez & husband Roland of Port Arthur, and Tammy Norris of Port Arthur. He was predeceased by his sister Velvet Bergeron and stepdaughter Vickie Bernal.
Rosary will be held on Tuesday, April 6th at 1:30 PM at St. Jerome Catholic Church, 8825 Kempwood Drive in Houston, TX, followed by funeral mass at 2:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, donations in Gary’s honor can be made to the St. Jerome Vincentian Center, a local chapter of The Society of St. Vincent de Paul, also at 8825 Kempwood Drive.
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