of Rogers, AR
November 17, 1960 - November 1, 2021
Anthony Craig Norvell, age 60, of Rogers, Arkansas, passed away Monday, November 1, 2021. He was born November 17, 1960, in Topeka, Kansas, to Roy Dean and Lilly Jo Norvell. He was preceded in death by his mother, Lilly Jo Norvell; and his grandparents, Clifton and Marie Norvell, Murphy McElroy, and Willodean McElroy Sutton.
Anthony was an avid reader and enjoyed reading western novels. In college, he played football for the University of Arkansas as a walk-on. He also enjoyed sports, doing remodeling projects, and spending time with his loved ones. He was also known as a gun enthusiast. He will be dearly missed by all who knew him.
He is survived by his father, Roy Dean Norvell, of Rogers; his step-mother, Carolyn Norvell, of Fayetteville; one brother, Victor (Rhonda) Norvell of Bentonville; one sister, Kathryn Ann Norvell, of Bella Vista; two uncles, Richard Norvell of Colorado and Ernie McElroy of Harrison; three aunts, Susie (Joel) Keeter of Harrison, and Emma (Terry) Carson and Elaine (Ben) Thompson, all of Fayetteville; and one niece, Chelsea Norvell Hand, of Belle Vista and a host of other family and friends.
Graveside service was Friday, November 5, 2021, at Maplewood Cemetery with Mike Bishop officiating.
Pallbearers were Ernest McElroy, Ty Keeter, Joel Keeter, Houston McElroy, Jeff Sanders, and Jim Massengale.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, PO Box 22478, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73123.
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22 Condolence(s)
Sandy Neighbors
Thursday, November 18, 2021
Tony you were a very kind and nice guy,I went to valley high school with you,I had just moved there 10th grade ,you were so kind to me god bless your sweet spirit,be free my friend
Shirley and David Breece
Friday, November 12, 2021
Roy and family,
Thinking of your family with heartfelt sympathy.
Judy & Mike Gerdes
Saturday, November 6, 2021
We are sorry to hear of Tony's passing. Praying for Gods comfort and peace during this time.
Cheryl Monson
Saturday, November 6, 2021
Our deepest sympathies for your loss.
PEGGY Sue Witty
Friday, November 5, 2021
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Sue Tennyson
Friday, November 5, 2021
My sympathy to all the Norvell family. So remember many good memories when we were all at Valley Springs. Love and prayers to all
Sylvia Ragland
Friday, November 5, 2021
I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers to all.
LAURA (PEMBERTON) JENKINS
Friday, November 5, 2021
So sorry to hear this. Tony was such a great guy and we all looked up to him in High School. He didn't care who you were he'd talk to you. Such fond memories of all the Norvells. May God guide you all today and the days to come. Just sad.ðŸ™â¤ðŸ™
Bill witty
Friday, November 5, 2021
Sorry to learn of Tony's passing. My condolences to his wonderful family. I remember how I looked up to Tony in school. He truly was a good guy.
Sandy (McElroy) Collins
Friday, November 5, 2021
My condolences to the family. My thoughts and prayers go with you during the next few days. May God’s love surround you & remind you of the many happy memories you got to experience with Tony. Memories to sustain you during your time of mourning & throughout the rest of your life. May God bless you and keep you. Wish I could be there.
Denise Nations
Thursday, November 4, 2021
I'm shocked and saddened to hear of Tony's passing. I knew him back in high school and have such fond memories of him. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family for the Lord's peace and comfort.
Carla DeVaney
Thursday, November 4, 2021
What a very sad time for your family. He was so young. I wish you peace and comfort in your time of sorrow.
William white
Thursday, November 4, 2021
Sending prayers to the family
He was a great friend and athlete
Shelia Gatts
Thursday, November 4, 2021
Roy and family, Elaine let me know about the loss of Tony earlier today. I remember playing with him at Marie & Clifton’s when we were all young…hadn’t seen him in so many years but he was such a great guy even way back then! My Deepest Condolences to your entire family!
Shelia Underdown Gatts
Tammy Keeter
Thursday, November 4, 2021
Praying for you and your family during this great time of loss.
Leisha Graham
Thursday, November 4, 2021
I am so sorry to hear of Tony’s passing. I met Tony after high school and I haven’t seen Tony since my early 20’s. He always had a kind and gentle spirit about him. I know he will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Leisha (Howell) Graham
Leisha Graham
Thursday, November 4, 2021
I wanted to say how sorry I am to hear of Tony’s passing. I hadn’t seen Tony in many, many years but I remember what a kind and sweet spirit he had. My thoughts and prayers are with all of your family. Bless you. ðŸ™â¤ï¸
Claudia Wilson (Biggs)
Thursday, November 4, 2021
You were am amazing person and will be deeply missed. My thoughts and prayers to the family.
Rose Marie (Burns) Stanhope
Thursday, November 4, 2021
I won’t be able to attend . My sincere condolences to all of our family, both close and afar.
Kristi Plunk
Thursday, November 4, 2021
I worked alongside Tony at Lowe's. I have never met a more gentler, kinder, even-keeled person. He will always be in my thoughts and heart and missed terribly. Godspeed dear friend.
Judy White
Thursday, November 4, 2021
Dear Norvell Family,
I'm very saddened to hear of Tony's death. We had such memorable times together as neighbors. I will remember those great days and our softball times with Tony. May all of you be filled with those happy memories and the Lord's peace in the coming days. I would love to see all of you.
Rickey & Becky Anderson
Thursday, November 4, 2021
Roy and All:
We are so very sorry. He was always such a sweet little boy and grew to be a handsome nice man.
We will be thinking of all of you. My health will not let me be out in the cold.
Prayers and love 💕
Roy when you feel like it give me a call.