Benson, NC: Mr. Joseph Larry Norris, age 83, passed away on Tuesday, August 25, 2026. The family will receive friends from 9:45AM-10:45AM-Saturday, August 29, 2026 at Rose & Graham Funeral Home in Benson, NC. Funeral Services will follow at 11:00AM in the Funeral Chapel. The family will officiate. Burial will follow in Banner Chapel Advent Christian Church Cemetery, Benson, NC.

Mr. Norris was born on March 19, 1943, in Johnston County NC to the late Joseph Andrew and Maggie Langdon Norris. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Carolyn Sue Strickland Norris, son, Larry Brian Norris; and brothers, Andrew Norris, Stacy Norris, and Carl Norris.

Mr. Norris faithfully served our country in the 82nd Airborne. After his military service, He worked as a milkman for Pine State in Raleigh. The company chose him for their print advertisements which ran in the local paper. He ran his own division at Molins with his primary focus being on production improvements and troubleshooting. He designed parts that remained in use for who knows how long. He was known by many to repair and tinker on projects. He was a genuinely loving husband who stayed by his wife’s side until the end, and was a loving father who always supported his children and whatever choices they made for their lives. Mr. Norris was the best friend and neighbor that anyone could have and could be relied upon for anything anytime. He was a member of Banner Post 109 American Legion where he served on the Board of Directors.

Survivors include his children, Joey Oliver Norris and Susan Nicole Norris; sister, Betty Jo Young and husband, Ricky; many nieces and nephews.

The family appreciates your thoughts and prayers.

Flowers are welcomed; however, memorials may be made to Banner Post 109 American Legion PO Box 153 Benson, NC 27504.

Arrangements will be announced by Rose & Graham Funeral Home in Benson, NC.