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William Taylor Norris

Published on 15/05/2021

William Taylor Norris

WILLIAM TAYLOR NORRIS Oct. 15 1929 - May 9 2021 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Bill Norris in Campbell River, BC, Canada on May 9, 2021. Bill passed away peacefully at the age of 91. Bill was a devoted Father, Uncle, Great-Uncle, Grandfather, and Great-Grandfather. Bill was a Lancashire lad born in Rishton, Lancashire, England and emigrated to Canada in 1968. Bill was predeceased by his wife Joan (1969), his second wife Mona (1993), his brother James Norris ((2019). and is survived by his children Pauline, Janet and Jeffrey, his Grandchildren Rodney, Alison, Clayton and Melanie and Great-Grandchildren Kady, Angelina, Taylor, Kendra, Jaxon and Deon and many wonderful friends. Bill worked for some time at British Aerospace in Salmesbury, and also at Mullards,in Blackburn. Bill will be remembered for his great sense of humour, his joy of singing and being a much loved Father and Grandfather. Bill enjoyed carpentry, travelling and discovering new places.

Candle image Jackie R May 15th, 2021

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Pauline Norris May 18th, 2021
Yes he came to Canada with Fred Lemon and Len Bibby, they are still here.
Rachael Norris May 15th, 2021
RIP Great Uncle Bill. Remember your visits back here well and always loved the stories Grandad shared of you, and you both together. You were never far from his mind and now you’re back together. Good night god bless 💙 xxx
mauricefoulds@btconnect.com May 15th, 2021
So sorry to hear about Bill,we worked together at Ribble Cement for Tommy Wards Sheffield .we worked 10 hrs a Day 7days a week. Happy Days ,seem to remember a few of the lads going to Canada at the end of the Job. Freddie Lemon. R.I.P. Bill ni=ice Man x
Grace Norris May 15th, 2021
To Our Uncle Bill - we will always remember the Canadian chocolate bars you gave us when on your visits to the UK & your Canadian accent! Enjoying stories from our Grandad Jimmy Norris about your younger years, travels around the USA & Canada, and all the stories of Blackburn Rovers wins! May you rest now in peace with your brother & our much loved and miss Grandad, we are so proud to be Norris’ xxx
Jackie R May 15th, 2021
RiP Uncle Bill.
You will be greatly missed. We have wonderful memories of your visits to see your brother Jim (dad) and family. Such a great character.
Lota of love from your niece Jackie,Rawal,Sally ,Jordan,Heather,Tom Kasy,Kiran and Leila xx