James E. Norris

Obituary Beloved husband, father and grandfather, James E. Norris, passed away at his home on Wednesday, April 20th, 2011. James was born February 12th, 1932, in Effingham Illinois to Oscar and Mildred Norris. He graduated from St. Anthony's Catholic High School, then joined the air force and was stationed in Tacoma, Washington where he fell in love with and married Theresa Rettura. After a brief post in Alaska, Jim and Terry made their home in Tacoma where James was employed by the US Post office for thirty years and was a member of NALC Union branch 130. After retiring from the post office, James worked for Carlson Wagonlit Travel for fifteen years. James loved to read historical fiction novels, watch war movies and was an avid Mariners fan. James leaves behind Theresa (Terry), beloved wife of 58 years, sister Marilyn Swaggert, daughter Kate Norris, son Tom Norris (Juli Norris), son-in-law Eliot Wirshbo, grandchildren Natalie, Hannah and Jack, and many in-laws and nieces and nephews. James was predeceased by his dearly loved daughter Christine Norris. James will be loved and missed by all who know him. A Memorial Mass will be Thursday, 11am, April 28th, 2011 at St. Patrick's Church in Tacoma. The family would like to thank Franciscan Hospice for all their care and support. Please leave online condolences at www.GaffneyCares.com. Arrangements by Gaffney Funeral Home, 253-572-6003.