Thomas “Tom” Dean Norris, 76, husband to Wanda Sanders Norris for 49 years, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 30, 2025.

Mr. Norris was born in Mocksville, NC to the late Thomas Henry Norris and Katherine Bailey Norris and was a member of Mauldin Church of God. He was a history buff and enjoyed WWII documentaries. Tom enjoyed following sports and was an avid Michigan football fan. His greatest enjoyment was being a father. Tom will be deeply missed by all who knew him for his kindness, generosity, and unwavering love for his family. His memory will live on in the hearts of those who were fortunate enough to know him.

He is lovingly remembered by his wife, Wanda; his son, Mitchell “Mitch” (Brooke) Norris; his siblings, Ronald (Anne) Norris, Terry Norris, Jane (Danny) Fowler, and Donna (Barry) Russell; and his grand dog, Bullett. He was predeceased by his sister, Diane Norris.