I am posting these thoughts in memory of my dear uncle Norris Culbertson, my mom’s twin brother, who passed away on September 3, 2009, in Virginia Beach, Virginia. His memorial services were held Saturday, September 5. Because of recent surgery and recovery, Mom was unable to travel from central Florida, so I read her thoughts at the memorial service for her.
Thoughts from the Twin Sister
Norris and I started our lives together side by side. We always had fun together riding bikes, skating, playing games, walking through mud puddles after a rain, and going to many friends’ birthday parties.
As twins, we always wanted to be in the same room in school. Norris always looked after me when we were growing up; he even covered my tracks when I got into something. If I needed anything, I always knew I could call on him.
Norris thought life would be more exciting to quit school and not have to take any more tests or have any more homework assignments. So he joined the Navy.
After his time in the service, he came home and then moved to Emporia, Virginia, where he worked for Roses Department Store. While in Emporia, he met Joan. They married and have been inseparable for over 55 yeas.
Norris has always been devoted to and loved everyone in his family. His one son, three grandchildren, and one great-grandson have captivated his attention.
He loved the Lord, his church, his pastor, and his friends at his church. He always enjoyed reading and studying the Bible, and now is enjoying even greater fellowship with God in the arms of Jesus.
His family of brothers and sisters has also been a joy for him. He always looked forward to reunions, picnics, or any place to be with his family and share many jokes — which he was a master of telling.
Heaven is a brighter place now with him there, but he surely will not be forgotten here on Earth. One day others of the family who linger here on Earth will have the opportunity to rejoice with Norris in Heaven.
In loving memory, submitted by Doris Culbertson Boring September 3, 2009
