Obituaries

October 15, 1963 to January 17, 2025

WINAMAC - Marsha Jo (Henry) Norris, 61, of Kettering, OH (formerly of Indianapolis) passed away unexpectedly Friday, Jan. 17, at her home.

She was born Oct. 15, 1963 in Winamac, to the late Byron Kennedy and Joan Mabel (Skillen) Henry. She was a 1982 graduate of Winamac Community High School and attended Ball State University.

Marsha Norris

She is survived by:
Ariel Norris, Paradise Valley, AZ, Daughter
Naomi Norris, Westfield, Daughter
Samara (Carter) McGill, Carmel, Daughter
Robert F. Norris III, Noblesville, Son
Clint Henry, Winamac, Brother
Carla (Frank) Shidler, Star City, Sister
Nephews and Nieces: Isaac (Carrie) Henry, Nancy (Isaac) Mitchell, Abraham (Hillari) Henry, Jeremiah Gilman, Jordan (Sarah) Gilman, Regina (Steve) Maltese, Reese (Gretchen) Shidler, and Rachelle (Graham) Conklin.
Many Great-Nieces and Nephews
Cousins: Myron (Mary) Henry, Marshall (Melanie) Henry, Raymond (Dee) Henry, Rana (Alvin) Parish, Marvin (Carol) Henry, Greg Brenda) Henry, Todd (Anjana) Henry, Debbie Fisher, Jeff (Ginny) Skillen, Ann (Tom) Lockwich, Steve Skillen, Jim (fiance Mandi Bertog) Skillen, and Robin (Dale) DeGroff.

Preceded in death by:
Henry Norris, Infant Son
Karen Kay (Henry) Gilman, Sister
Cousins: Larry Henry, Lorna Kay Henry, and Douglas Henry.

Mrs. Norris worked as a surgical tech for many years. Since she was a young girl, she adored singing and music. She loved nature and found great joy in taking trips down south with friends to see all the changing leaves. She greatly enjoyed learning new things and made several notes to “chase the fun,” amid taking up new adventures and endeavors. She was always inspired by fashion, and she enjoyed reading magazines and picking out “fabulous” outfits at her favorite clothing stores. Her laugh and smile were simply contagious. She was a shining light in the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing her. She loved her children immensely. Her journey on earth was marked by many highs and lows, but one thing always remained - her faith and steadfastness in Jesus Christ. She made frequent notes reminding herself that God was always the source of her strength and about how much He loves her. We can only begin to imagine the glories she’s walking in today and for eternity. Heaven truly changes everything, and we praise God deeply for the overwhelming joy and freedom Marsha has. We all saw glimpses on earth of this perfect creation God made here to be and we look forward to seeing this beautiful woman again in Heaven someday, in all her magnificence and spotless glory.

A celebration of life event will be from 2 to 4 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 30, at Frain Mortuary in Winamac. Private burial will be at Winamac Cemetery (Southlawn Addition) in Winamac.

Memorial donations may be made to the funeral home to assist with final expenses.

Online Tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.