Gilbert C. Norris

Age 67, of Minerva passed away Thursday, Feb. 20, 2025 in Aultman Hospital following an extended illness.  He was born June 4, 1957 in Zanesville to the late Herbert and Lillian (Marshall) (Holbert) Norris.  He was a heavy equipment operator for the International Union of Operating Engineers, Local #18 in Akron. He is a member of Crystal Park Wesleyan Church in Canton.

He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Ella (Tabler) Norris whom he married Dec. 22, 1979, daughter, Cassandra Norris (Derrick Norris) of East Canton, 2 sons, Gabriel (Janet) Norris of Salem, Jason (Ashley) Dexter of Canton, 2 sisters, Janice Gibson of Zanesville, Kimberly Norris of Minerva, 3 brothers, Kenneth Holbert of Athens, Jeffrey Norris of Zanesville, Vaden Norris of Zanesville, 6 grandchildren; Jaquellynn, Roman, Alexsondra, Damaris, Ahmriella and Selah. He is preceded in death by his parents, a sister, Linda Mayle and a brother, James Holbert.

Funeral services will be Friday at 11:00 am in the Minerva First Christian Church.  Burial will be in Bethlehem Cemetery.  Calling hours will be Thursday 6-9 pm at the Minerva First Christian Church and one hour prior to services on Friday from 10-11 am at the church.  Memorial contributions may be made to the Crystal Park Wesleyan Church in Canton.  Those wishing to send condolences may sign the online register at www.gotschallfuneralhome.com.