John (Jack) Norris of Harvey, Louisiana passed away on Sunday, September 23rd, 2018 at his home. His love for jazz began in Buffalo, New York his hometown, where he was inspired by the Buffalo Jazz Workshop in the 1970's. That passion eventually brought him to New Orleans. Jack joined the US Navy and played in the Navy Band, New Orleans, where he joked he channeled his inner Picasso by painting the Navy float for a Mardi Gras parade. After the Navy, he received a Master's Degree in Special Education from the University of New Orleans and taught at several New Orleans schools, most recently Belle Chasse Academy. He is survived by his siblings: Joyce (James) Finn, James (Elizabeth) Norris, and his twin Paul (Jennifer) Norris and several nieces and nephews. Interment will be private. If desired, donations may be made to the Ellis Marsalis Center at Musicians' Village in New Orleans, www.ellismarsaliscenter.org. Condolences may be offered online at www.leitzeaganfuneralhome.com