Mildred L. Norris

April 14, 1941 - September 28, 2015

Mildred L. Norris, 74, of Eminence, peacefully passed from this life on Monday, September 28, 2015, in the comfort of her own home. She was born on April 14, 1941, in Indianapolis, to the late Sam and E. Christine (Daugherty) Burton. She grew up in Indianapolis and attended Manuel High School. Mildred married the boy that lived next door, Buck Norris and settled into Eminence making it their home during the ‘80s. The pillar of love and nurturer of many, Mildred raised 4 boys and was said to bearer the patience of a saint. Her calm, kind and welcoming personality made it easy to relax and feel comfortable during visits. She enjoyed cooking, baking, shopping, knitting and especially spending time with her adored family, grandchildren, and best friend, an 8 year old poodle named Tid-Bit. Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, John W. “Buck” Norris, to whom she was united in marriage on July 28, 1957 and together celebrated their 50th Anniversary before his passing; her son, Randy Norris and brother, Danny Burton. Survivors include her children, John Norris of Eminence, Mark Norris of Eminence and Tony Norris of Avon; sister, Evelyn Caldwell of Indianapolis; brother, Kenny Burton of Indianapolis; grandchildren, Johnny, Amanda, Mirriha, Chris, Cody, Jessica, Matt, Toni Marie, Missy and Nicole; and 12 great grandchildren. The funeral service will begin at 2pm, on Thursday, October 1, 2015, at Light Memorial & Funeral Chapel in Monrovia, with visitation held at the funeral from Noon. Burial will take place in Eminence at Shumaker Cemetery with Pastor Terry Pepple officiating services. To share a favorite memory, sign the online guest registry or light a candle in her memory visit www.lightmemorial.com.