NORRIS BOLLING

Norris Bolling, 83, passed away peacefully Sunday June 18, 2023, at his home in Wise, Virginia.

Norris was the firstborn child of the late Elmer and Genevieve (Adkins) Bolling, born on March 29, 1940. Norris married his beloved wife Nancy on June 24, 1961. Their son, Michael, was born on September 21, 1962. Norris and Nancy spent most of their lives in Wise, VA living in the Rocky Fork area. Norris was a coal miner for most of his working years. He also worked in the logging business.

Norris and Nancy often hosted friends and family at their home, whether it be to catch up or to play cards and games. Their home was always a warm and welcoming place to all who visited. He was known for his spirited big personality. Norris was a fierce competitor, who did not like to lose. He was very protective of those he loved.

Norris’s true passion was the great outdoors. He was a skilled hunter, fisherman and trapper, who was most happy in the woods. Norris was an avid bowler who bowled regularly right up until his death. He also enjoyed gardening. Norris grew crops of vegetables that he shared with family and friends. He frequented local farmers markets for many years selling his crops.

Norris was preceded in death by his wife of 60 years, Nancy Carter Bolling; his beloved son, Michael Bolling; his parents Elmer and Genevieve Bolling; brothers Rudy Bolling, Gary Bolling, Gregory Bolling and Glen Bolling; and sister Patricia Bolling.

Norris is survived by brothers Larry Bolling-Raymond, WA, Joe Bolling-Wise, VA, Randy Bolling Wise, VA and Jeff Bolling-Pound, VA; a sister Kathy Powers-Kingsport, TN; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 p.m. Friday June 23, 2023, in the Baker Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Darrell Bolling officiating. The family will receive friends from 11:00 a.m. until time of services. Norris will be laid to rest in the Hensley-Addington Cemetery (Rocky Fork Road)-Wise, VA where family members and friends will serve as pallbearers.

Baker Funeral Home-Pound, VA is serving the family of Norris Bolling.