Michael Wade Norris

Michael Wade Norris, 60, born July 24, 1966, in Mountain City, TN, passed away on November 5, 2026, at his residence in Kingsport, TN.

Michael will be remembered as a gentle and giving person whose love for others was felt by family and friends alike. He took care of his mother after her stroke and the children she was still trying to raise. He loved his family deeply, and he also held Dwight’s family close to his heart. Children were naturally drawn to him, and he cherished them in return. He was crazy about his pets and found joy in their companionship. Michael enjoyed reading and watching educational shows, always liking to pick up on things and learn more. In his working life, he was employed as a clerk at Carolina Pottery.

Above all, Michael’s life was marked by kindness, warmth, and a generous spirit. He gave of himself freely to those he loved, and his presence brought comfort and affection to the people around him.

He is survived by his husband, Dwight Williams; his honorary sister, Cissie Roberts, and her son, Josh; and his brothers, Marty Norris and his wife, Paula, Joe Norris and his wife, Crystal, and Johnny Norris and his wife, Brenda. These family bonds were an important part of Michael’s life, and he treasured the love and connection they shared.

He was preceded in death by his father, Wade Norris; his mother, Corrine Norris; his sisters, Pam Fischer and Vanessa Roberts; his niece, Penny Norris; his paternal grandparents, Clarin and Betty Norris; and his maternal grandparents, Floyd and Elva Forrester.

The family will receive friends on Saturday, November 7, 2026, from 3:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. at Harmony Church Missions, 2300 Bloomingdale Road, Kingsport, TN. Services will follow at 4:00 p.m. with Pastor Will Shewey officiating. Music will be provided by the Darthula Baptist Church Choir. Graveside services will be held on Sunday, November 8, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. at Holston View Cemetery, Weber City, VA with Pastor Layton Bentley officiating. Family and friends are welcome to gather at 12:30 pm at Harmony Church Missions to go in procession to the cemetery.

Pallbearers will be family and friends.

Michael Wade Norris will be remembered with love for his gentle heart, his devotion to family, and the quiet goodness he shared so freely with others. His memory will remain a lasting blessing to all who knew and loved him.