Message from
Cat
Thu, 03/06/2014
Json my beautiful loving friend! I will always love you and will always be your "Huckleberry" as you will always be my "Huckleberry" Cat
In Memory of
Jason Kyle Norris
Jason Kyle Norris, 31, left this world to be in Heaven with his Lord on Monday, March 3rd, 2014 in Houston, Texas. A Woodlands, Texas area resident, Jason fought bravely against muscular dystrophy his entire life but was finally called home to rest. Doctors expected his life to end by sixteen, but through the grace of God Jason beat those odds. His legacy sets a high standard for those of us left behind.
Jason was born October 20th, 1982 in Houston, Texas. He leaves behind his loving mother, Cherie Findley Belcher and husband Joel (Conroe, Texas), and loving father Paul Kenton Norris and wife Judy (Houston, Texas). Jason is survived by his brothers, Brandon Belcher (Oxford, Mississippi) and Johnathan Belcher (Conroe, Texas); grandparents Robert and Barbara Norris (Houston, Texas), Norma Stiegler (Wimberly, Texas), and Doris Rhoads (Gatesville, Texas); numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Grandparents pre-deceasing Jason in death include John and Ann Findley, Ralph Stiegler along with Otto and Nylene Belcher.
As a child, Jason attended Step by Step Christian School, Beckendorf Intermediate, Tomball Junior High and Tomball High School all in Tomball, Texas. He enjoyed playing euphonium in the junior high band and participating in FFA in high school. Jason never let his limits define his life and was thrilled to win Grand Champion as a freshman when showing his rabbits at the Tomball FFA Fair and Auction.
Jason participated in Muscular Dystrophy Association summer camp for seventeen years and was blessed by his experiences there. At camp, he was “just” a kid and was able to play baseball, dance, swim, fish, canoe, zip line and ride horses in addition to the craziness that kids have at all camps. We will be forever grateful to those who volunteer at camp and to those who contributed to MDA to make camp possible.
As a teen, Jason had one of his dreams come true through the generosity of Make-A-Wish who sent the entire family to Hawaii. While there, Jason had the experience of a lifetime on the Big Island where he was able to swim with the dolphins which was his dream. Make-A-Wish didn’t stop there as they also arranged a helicopter tour of the islands, a charter fishing trip, a luau and a personal tour of Mauna Loa volcano and rain forest. He treasured those memories and as a family we appreciate the hard work Make-A-Wish put in to make it all possible.
One of Jason’s desires was to travel and our families worked to make that possible despite the difficulty at times of traveling with his wheelchair and other equipment. Jason’s last vacation was a cruise to Jamaica, Grand Cayman and Cozumel which he thoroughly enjoyed. Many thanks to Courtney Herndon for accompanying our family on the cruise as Jason’s constant companion. Other vacation trips included Washington, DC, New Orleans, Disneyworld, Disneyland, Colorado, Las Vegas, the Ozark Mountains in Arkansas, the Texas Hill Country, San Antonio, Gulf Shores and Navarre Beach.
Jason loved sports of all kinds and could talk with anyone about any sport as he was so knowledgeable about them all. During his life he was privileged to meet Warren Moon with the Houston Oilers and Jeff Bagwell with the Houston Astros. He loved the Olympics, would watch every single event and after closing ceremony would be counting the weeks until he could see them again.
Jason also loved history and cooking. Although he could not do any cooking himself, he enjoyed coming up with recipes and then participating vicariously as family members cooked. He was so well versed about all types of food and as an adventurous eater would try anything once.
Faith was a key element of Jason’s life and he attended Woodlands Church, enjoying their praise and worship along with God’s word. When Jason still had use of his arms and hands he read the Bible from cover to cover even though at that point it took tremendous effort to turn each page. Jason was born again when he was baptized by Pastor Jack Arrington of Tomball Bible Church at the age of eleven. In a very special baptism at the home of Jerry and Kay McMullin, Jason was baptized after which the entire crowd spontaneously sang Amazing Grace as we were all touched by Jason’s situation and God’s love for His children.
In closing, Jason shined as God’s light during his time here on Earth. He saw the goodness in everyone he met and touched the lives of so many. Never once did he complain about his disabilities or pain. He knew that our Lord had a perfect plan for his life and that it was time for him to leave this earth that the Lord would take him by the hand and lead him to Heaven where he would run and dance.
We will celebrate Jason’s life on Monday, March 10th, 2014 in the Chapel in the Woods at Woodlands Church, One Fellowship Way, The Woodlands, Texas 77384. Pastor Conn McWhorter will officiate. Visitation to begin at noon with the funeral service to follow at 1:00 p.m.
In lieu of flowers the family asked that those who would like to honor Jason’s memory do so by making a donation in honor of Jason Norris to:
- Muscular Dystrophy Association, Houston-Gulf Coast
2900 Wesleyan #375, Houston, TX 77027
- Make-a-Wish Texas Gulf Coast-Lousiana
1604 Bissonnet, Houston, TX 77005
“His lord said unto him, Well done, good and faithful servant: thou hast been faithful over a few things, I will set thee over many things; enter thou into the joy of thy lord.” - Matthew 25:21
Services
Visitation One
Mon. Mar. 10, 2014
12:00 pm
- 1:00 pm
The Chapel in the Woods at Woodlands Church - Fellowship Campus
One Fellowship Drive
The Woodlands , TX 77384.
Funeral Service
Mon. Mar. 10, 2014
1:00 pm
The Chapel in the Woods at Woodlands Church - Fellowship Campus
One Fellowship Drive
The Woodlands , TX 77384.
12:00 pm
- 1:00 pm
The Chapel in the Woods at Woodlands Church - Fellowship Campus
The Woodlands , TX 77384.
Mon. Mar. 10, 2014
1:00 pm
The Chapel in the Woods at Woodlands Church - Fellowship Campus
One Fellowship Drive
The Woodlands , TX 77384.
The Woodlands , TX 77384.
Mon. Mar. 10, 2014
12:00 pm
- 1:00 pm
The Chapel in the Woods at Woodlands Church - Fellowship Campus
One Fellowship Drive
The Woodlands , TX 77384.
The Woodlands , TX 77384.
Mon. Mar. 10, 2014
1:00 pm
The Chapel in the Woods at Woodlands Church - Fellowship Campus
One Fellowship Drive
The Woodlands , TX 77384.
The Woodlands , TX 77384.
In Memory of
Jason Kyle Norris
Jason Kyle Norris, 31, left this world to be in Heaven with his Lord on Monday, March 3rd, 2014 in Houston, Texas. A Woodlands, Texas area resident, Jason fought bravely against muscular dystrophy his entire life but was finally called home to rest. Doctors expected his life to end by sixteen, but through the grace of God Jason beat those odds. His legacy sets a high standard for those of us left behind.
Jason was born October 20th, 1982 in Houston, Texas. He leaves behind his loving mother, Cherie Findley Belcher and husband Joel (Conroe, Texas), and loving father Paul Kenton Norris and wife Judy (Houston, Texas). Jason is survived by his brothers, Brandon Belcher (Oxford, Mississippi) and Johnathan Belcher (Conroe, Texas); grandparents Robert and Barbara Norris (Houston, Texas), Norma Stiegler (Wimberly, Texas), and Doris Rhoads (Gatesville, Texas); numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Grandparents pre-deceasing Jason in death include John and Ann Findley, Ralph Stiegler along with Otto and Nylene Belcher.
As a child, Jason attended Step by Step Christian School, Beckendorf Intermediate, Tomball Junior High and Tomball High School all in Tomball, Texas. He enjoyed playing euphonium in the junior high band and participating in FFA in high school. Jason never let his limits define his life and was thrilled to win Grand Champion as a freshman when showing his rabbits at the Tomball FFA Fair and Auction.
Jason participated in Muscular Dystrophy Association summer camp for seventeen years and was blessed by his experiences there. At camp, he was “just” a kid and was able to play baseball, dance, swim, fish, canoe, zip line and ride horses in addition to the craziness that kids have at all camps. We will be forever grateful to those who volunteer at camp and to those who contributed to MDA to make camp possible.
As a teen, Jason had one of his dreams come true through the generosity of Make-A-Wish who sent the entire family to Hawaii. While there, Jason had the experience of a lifetime on the Big Island where he was able to swim with the dolphins which was his dream. Make-A-Wish didn’t stop there as they also arranged a helicopter tour of the islands, a charter fishing trip, a luau and a personal tour of Mauna Loa volcano and rain forest. He treasured those memories and as a family we appreciate the hard work Make-A-Wish put in to make it all possible.
One of Jason’s desires was to travel and our families worked to make that possible despite the difficulty at times of traveling with his wheelchair and other equipment. Jason’s last vacation was a cruise to Jamaica, Grand Cayman and Cozumel which he thoroughly enjoyed. Many thanks to Courtney Herndon for accompanying our family on the cruise as Jason’s constant companion. Other vacation trips included Washington, DC, New Orleans, Disneyworld, Disneyland, Colorado, Las Vegas, the Ozark Mountains in Arkansas, the Texas Hill Country, San Antonio, Gulf Shores and Navarre Beach.
Jason loved sports of all kinds and could talk with anyone about any sport as he was so knowledgeable about them all. During his life he was privileged to meet Warren Moon with the Houston Oilers and Jeff Bagwell with the Houston Astros. He loved the Olympics, would watch every single event and after closing ceremony would be counting the weeks until he could see them again.
Jason also loved history and cooking. Although he could not do any cooking himself, he enjoyed coming up with recipes and then participating vicariously as family members cooked. He was so well versed about all types of food and as an adventurous eater would try anything once.
Faith was a key element of Jason’s life and he attended Woodlands Church, enjoying their praise and worship along with God’s word. When Jason still had use of his arms and hands he read the Bible from cover to cover even though at that point it took tremendous effort to turn each page. Jason was born again when he was baptized by Pastor Jack Arrington of Tomball Bible Church at the age of eleven. In a very special baptism at the home of Jerry and Kay McMullin, Jason was baptized after which the entire crowd spontaneously sang Amazing Grace as we were all touched by Jason’s situation and God’s love for His children.
In closing, Jason shined as God’s light during his time here on Earth. He saw the goodness in everyone he met and touched the lives of so many. Never once did he complain about his disabilities or pain. He knew that our Lord had a perfect plan for his life and that it was time for him to leave this earth that the Lord would take him by the hand and lead him to Heaven where he would run and dance.
We will celebrate Jason’s life on Monday, March 10th, 2014 in the Chapel in the Woods at Woodlands Church, One Fellowship Way, The Woodlands, Texas 77384. Pastor Conn McWhorter will officiate. Visitation to begin at noon with the funeral service to follow at 1:00 p.m.
In lieu of flowers the family asked that those who would like to honor Jason’s memory do so by making a donation in honor of Jason Norris to:
- Muscular Dystrophy Association, Houston-Gulf Coast
2900 Wesleyan #375, Houston, TX 77027
- Make-a-Wish Texas Gulf Coast-Lousiana
1604 Bissonnet, Houston, TX 77005
“His lord said unto him, Well done, good and faithful servant: thou hast been faithful over a few things, I will set thee over many things; enter thou into the joy of thy lord.” - Matthew 25:21
Charitable Donations may be made to:
Muscular Dystrophy Association - Houston, Gulf Coast
2900 Wesleyan, Houston, TX 77027.
Website Link
Make-a-Wish Texas Gulf Coast-Lousiana
1604 Bissonnet, Houston, TX 77005.
Website Link
Tributes
Message from
Michael & Tania Battaile
Thu, 03/06/2014
Our dear friend Jason. You are already missed. Your heart-warming smile and spirit will always be with us.
Until we see you again, enjoy the new wings my dear friend. You earned them!!
Message from
Thresa Kovar
Thu, 03/06/2014
I am so so sorry for your loss.
Jason is now where he is needed more.
God has a plan for him & also for
all of us!
RIP Jason!!
Message from
Derek Holden & Family
Thu, 03/06/2014
Jason Norris was a wonderful man. He was always an inspiration with his contagious smile and warm personality. You could always count on a good conversation with Jason. He will be thought of each time I watch a Texans game...or Rockets, Aggies, etc.! Such a special person who amazingly never once complained or ever said a cross word about anyone. He had a truly remarkable attitude given his situation and I will always strive to be as good a human being as Jason. He will be missed but never forgotten!
Message from
The Hendrix Group
Thu, 03/06/2014
Paul, Judy & Family
We are very sorry for your loss. You & your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Hendrix group & family
Message from
Aunt Connie & Uncle Jerry
Thu, 03/06/2014
Jason was the bravest man I know. Never complained when he was little because he couldn't run with his cousins, & do other things little boys do. He is running now, playing baseball, planting his garden, his fruit trees, for all of us to enjoy when we see him again. He has touched our lives in ways he will only know. God has given us 31 years of Jason's life only for our benefit. God knows the suffering Jason went through. Our family will never forget him, love you Jason.
Message from
Paul & Judy Norris
Thu, 03/06/2014
Jason...you were and still are an amazing son!! I am so blessed to have had you as my son and Judy to have you as her son too! You will live in our hearts forever! We will miss you everyday but also know that you are in heaven walking, running, maybe shooting a few hoops and enjoying being pain free.
We love you to the sun and back!!
Love you buddy,
Dad & "Mom"
Message from
Charity Stanley-Coleman
Fri, 03/07/2014
Jason you are such an amazing, sweet, strong guy. I'm so blessed to have become such good friends with you! I will miss our shopping trips and long talks of god, sports, and food! I know your up in heaven running, eating delicious lasagna and watching out for all your loved ones down here. You will always be in my heart buddy!
Message from
Lee Ann Byrne
Fri, 03/07/2014
Paul & Judy,
My heart goes out to you and your family at this sad time.
I am truly sorry for your loss.
Lee Ann
Continental Fabricators, Inc.
Message from
RSkinner
Fri, 03/07/2014
Jason, you are missed so much already! Everyone here at Tri-State has been devastated knowing we won't be able to hang out with you anymore. But, like your Dad & Judy said, we find comfort knowing you have been released from the body that confined your ability to do what most of us take for granted. Every time I hear one of those Blue Collar Comedy tour jokes from now on, I'll smile and think of you! (I've never know anyone who could recite so many quotes from comedy, movies or sports as Jason) Take comfort in knowing that you touched us all and you'll live on in our hearts!
Message from
Kim Yurkanin
Fri, 03/07/2014
Dear Norris Family, Our deepest sympathy to you all.
May God's love with the love and prayers of your family and friends give you strength,courage,and peace in this difficult time.
Kim and Bryan Yurkanin
Message from
Terri & Wade Sanford
Fri, 03/07/2014
Paul and Judy know that my heart goes out to you and to everyone who feel the pain of losing Jason as a part of our family. To everyone who knew Jason, they had found him to be the most kindest, gentle sweet nature boy who grew to be an inspirational man with the most loving and inviting personality. We are not given children we are blessed with them, and Paul you were truly blessed with an angel, and I feel privileged to have been a part of Jason’s life. I remember Jason as a baby, to a toddler a young boy and a grown man and he was always happy, loving and accepting.. Jason had so much love and joy that he brought to so many lives and touched everyone’s heart and I know that is he is continuing his memory in heaven as an angel looking down on all of us today. We are all blessed and lucky to have known his beauty, and I will keep his spirit alive with the many sacred memories I hold close to my heart.
Message from
Grams & Grandpa
Fri, 03/07/2014
No words can express our feelings of lossing Jason, but to say we loved him deeply and dearly. He was one great individual that touched many people with his beautiful personality and will be missed my many. He is truly free at last and pain free. Praise God for letting us have him for 31 years.
Message from
Doc
Fri, 03/07/2014
Had the privilege of meeting Jason at a Havanese National. My heart goes out to you...
Doc
Message from
Mom
Fri, 03/07/2014
Missing you so much tonight as Joel and I talk about the music you two listened to last, the conversations you had leading up to your hospitalization and all of our fun trips. As we put together the photos to send for the slide show, we remember all of the special moments we've shared as a family and our hearts ache and are full of happiness at the same time. Wish we could play our ritual "love you, love you more, love you most" game just more time, but when I think of you having fun in heaven my heart fills with warmth and I know you're looking down saying "Mom, I'm alright". Love you my sweet boy!
Message from
hayleigh robello
Fri, 03/07/2014
Jason i miss you already you are the only one who liked the Walking dead as much as me and you always knew what was going to happen next. You were a great friend to have. Miss you and Love you!!! :)
Message from
Stacy
Fri, 03/07/2014
Jason, I know that you are running up and down the street of gold stealing someone's kitchen so u can cook for everyone while watching Tombstone or sports. Until we meet again. I love u and will miss you. I hope u can see/hear me because this's will be the only time I will ever say this (just for u) "Giggem Angigies"
Message from
Colton Robello
Fri, 03/07/2014
Jason, you were probably one of the coolest cousins I have ever had. You always made me laugh when I was sad and it was just so much fun to be around you. The things you would tell me and the jokes we made together every time I came over would be some of the best times I had with you. Every time I went down there, I would come back and tell my friends about you and they would all say that you sound like a really cool and nice guy to hang out with.I know that you are in a better place where you are not in pain anymore. We will all miss you so much. Love you!!
Message from
Ha
Sat, 03/08/2014
Jason held a very special place in everyone's heart. Our prayers and condolences to all of the family. We are very lucky to have had him touch our lives. He was a truly amazing person, no words can explain the special way he made you feel after visiting with him.....he has touched our life in a very special way, and we thank you so much. Big huggs until we see you again!
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