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Obituary -- Carl Verne Norris

  • Source: The Gardens Funeral Home
Obituary -- Carl Verne Norris

Carl Verne Norris, a long-time resident of Fallon, passed away at his home on February 16, 2022. Carl was born on January 20, 1935, in Michigan to Cecil and Ellen Norris. He grew up in Yuma, AZ. moving to Carson City, where he worked for BLM for 19 years. Carl moved to Fallon where he opened a welding shop selling custom trailers. Carl was an artist, a silversmith designing jewelry, belt buckles, necklaces, bracelets. He spent many early and late hours working at his hobby, finishing orders for special days, or just working on a new project. Carl was a team roper, traveling many weekends out of state to rope at events.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his stepson, Brett Anderson. Carl is survived by his wife of 50 years, Lynda Norris, daughters Mary Ellen Norris and Terri Campbell, granddaughters Lyndsay (Zack) Sowden, Bonnie (Kurt) Lloyd, and Roseann (Rick) Jimenez, grandson Jeremiah (Jennifer) Jarrett, and numerous great-grandchildren

There will be no services at this time.

Arrangements are under the direction of The Gardens Funeral Home, 2949 Austin Highway Fallon, NV 89406.


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Darrell & Suzanne Pursel 04/19/2022 08:36 PM
We were sad to hear of Carl passing. Suzanne and I always enjoyed visiting with Carl when we saw him. We are sorry for your loss.

Sherry E Merling 03/02/2022 11:37 AM
So very sorry about Carl. Thinking about you at this sad time. Ron and Sherry Merling

Linda Rupert 02/25/2022 12:06 PM
So sorry for your loss Linda ❤️

Debbie Ridenour 02/25/2022 09:17 AM
Lynda, I am so sorry for your loss. May you find the strength you need in those around you who surround you with love.

Madelyn and Tom Lawry 02/25/2022 08:41 AM
What a lose he truly was a character and a wonderful neighbor:) Our hearts and prayers are with his family!

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Comment author: Gus WidickComment text: I was in the Navy with Mike, Lemoore FL. To Jacksonville FL. He was a great friend and shipmate. You knew when he was in the room his laughter was unmistakable. Rest in peace old friend.Comment publication date: 5/2/26, 10:25 PMComment source: Obituary - Michael Charles DarnallComment author: DaveComment text: I Live in Moundhouse, was woken around 1:00AM to rattling and vibrating. Nothing too serious, just a bit of noise and glass items clinking together. Could feel bed shake too.Comment publication date: 5/1/26, 4:41 PMComment source: Earthquake Swarm Hits FallonComment author: Winnie DowlingComment text: So proud of Kelli Kelly. She is most definitely a collaborator and is very well known throughout the state for her assistance as a Nevada SBDC business advisor, especially related to agriculture and local food entrepreneurship and systems. Her spirit radiates! Winnie Dowling, State Director, Nevada SBDCComment publication date: 4/30/26, 1:41 PMComment source: Kelli Kelly Earns Statewide Entrepreneurial Spirit AwardComment author: Susan Clifford CopelandComment text: I am so sorry to hear this news. His mother, father, Karen and Trent were neighbors of ours in Tonopah, Nevada. We moved to Fallon first and then the Kroll's later moved there also. Mother and Wanda were good friends. My brother Michael and Trent were playmates in Tonopah. Mother and my three little children visited the family at their ranch in Fallon. My condolences to Frank's family. May you be comforted to know that I care and I pray you will be comforted by your memories of Frank. Sincerely,Comment publication date: 4/30/26, 11:51 AMComment source: Frank Robert Kroll
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