William James Norris Obituary
William James Norris passed suddenly and unexpectedly on September 22nd, 2023. He was born on October 2, 1977, in Anchorage, Alaska, to Cassandra Harrison and Walter James Linderman. William attended & graduated from the University of Alaska Anchorage, and received his degree in Architectural & Engineering Design & Drafting. William enjoyed spending time on his two passions playing pool & dancing. This is where he met countless friends who became family. William never missed a chance to show his skills and loved to make those around him smile. He spent many fun-filled nights singing Karaoke with friends and family. He sang Frank Sinatra like no one else.
William met the love of his life Serena Jane Norris, and married her in a beautiful ceremony on June 11, 2021. They were surrounded by all of their closest family and friends. William adopted both of Serena's sons Davin and Steven in an informal ceremony in September 2022. He welcomed his first biological, child Izabella Mae Norris, who he calls "Bizzy", into the world on January 26, 2022 at 9:42 am in the morning. His greatest joy was being a wonderful father and loving devoted husband & loyal friend.
He is survived by his loving wife, Serena Jane Norris, and their beautiful children, baby girl Izabella Mae Norris, and sons, Steven and Davin Norris (Ference), mother, Cassandra & father Leif Peterson, Adoptive father, William Edward Parker (Eddie P), father & mother in law, Steven and Linda Suydam and family, Biological father Walter James Linderman, Sister Camai & Husband Kane Sargeant and their 3 children, and so many friends who became his family. He is preceded in death by his daughter, Jillian Lee Norris, and his Grandfather, Harrison. William was baptized by Pastor Blake Hart on September 2nd, 2022 at Hillside Baptist Church.
A private viewing for family and close friends is on Friday from 12:00 p.m.-2 p.m. at Kehl's Legacy Funeral Home located on Old Seward Highway. Please Call 907-206-9806 if you would like to attend. Celebration of life & Service for William James Norris to be held at Sunset Hills Baptist Church on Saturday, September 30 2023 from 1-3 p.m. All are welcome! Please come celebrate the life of William James Norris with us and share your wonderful memories. The Norris Family appreciates you all for your love & support during this devastating time.
