Vernell Norris, 80, of Hobart, Oklahoma passed away at his home on August 31st, 2022. He was born December 27, 1941 to Eli and Katherine (Johnson) Norris in McAlester, Oklahoma. Vernell moved to Hobart at the age of 13. He attended Dunbar Public School until transferring to Hobart High School to play high school football. At 18 years of age, Vernell enlisted in the National Guard. He later returned to Hobart for several years. Vernell loved fishing, hunting, and watching the Dallas Cowboys.
Survivors include his Partner: Kay Neighbors of 7 years
Sons: Don Norris, Hobart, OK
Aron Scallion, Hobart, OK
Mark Wade, Hobart, OK
Daughters: Drudy Norris, Hobart, OK
Rose Marie, Hobart, OK
Rosa Lee, Lawton, OK
Violet Scallion, Tulsa, OK
Stephanie Norris, OKC, OK
Crystal Norris, Eufaula, OK
Brothers: George Norris, Hobart, OK
Lonnie Norris, Hobart, OK
48 Grandchildren
7 Great Grandchildren
Numerous nieces, nephews and other family members.
Preceded in death by Parents: Eli & Katherine Norris; Brothers: Eli Calip Jr., Warren Wilford, and Paul Norris; Sisters: Gladys Johnson, Etta Mae Calip and Meme Crawford
Memorial: 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, September 13, 2022
Lincoln Street Church of Christ
Hobart, Oklahoma