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“To everything, there is a season and a time to every purpose under heaven.” Ecclesiastes 3:1
A Time to Be Born: Ms. Norvell James-Tolliver was born on January 26, 1950. She was the fourth of eight children born to Calvin and Willie Mae James, Sr., in Forrest City, Arkansas. A Time to Live: Norvell accepted Christ at an early age at New Gilefield Missionary Baptist Church., under the leadership of the late Reverend J. C. Pettis, Sr. She was a member of Monumental Missionary Baptist Church, under the direction of Pastor Wade Bryant and the late Reverend Billy Kyles. Norvell served in the choir and was a faithful member until her health failed. She proudly served as an EMT for the City of Memphis and later retired from USPS. Also, she was a proud soldier in the United States Army Reserves in the 678th PSC unit. A Time To Die: Norvell James-Tolliver departed this life on Monday evening, July 20, 2020, at 6:55 p.m. at the Memphis Veterans Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee. A Time to Mourn: Norvell leaves to cherish her life and memories: four daughters; Minister Rosetta Higgins of Indianapolis, IN, Brenda Tolliver and Glenda Christian of Memphis, TN, Linda Tolliver of Chattanooga, TN, nine grandchildren; Karson Owens of Memphis, TN, Korry(Ashley) Higgins and Anieshia Smith of Indianapolis, IN, Robert Ross, Jr. of Chattanooga, TN, Willis Young of Conway, AK, Maya Scott of Memphis, TN, Brionna McKinley of Jackson, TN, Alyssa Scott of Martin, TN, Brandon Young of Murfreesboro, TN, nine great-grandchildren, two goddaughters; Valetta Brinson and Ursula Ashton (Javier), three sisters; Willie Mae Smith, Florence Grimes and Annie Hearns of Memphis, TN, two brothers; Calvin James, Jr., and William James of Memphis, TN, seven sisters-inlaw; Harriett Tolliver, Norma James, Shari James, Bobbie Jean Tolliver, and Katherine Marshall and Ruthie James, all of Memphis, TN, Ollie Mae (Cleave) Mathis of Ashland, MS, and one brother-in-law Micheal Coleman. She was preceded in death by her husband Willis Tolliver, Parents, Calvin and Willie Mae James, Sr., three brothers; Karl James, Isiah Lauderdale, and Troy James, Sr.
The Celebration of Life Tuesday, August 4, 2020 11:00 A.M.
West Tennessee Veterans Cemetery 4000 Forest Hill-Irene Rd. Memphis, Tennessee 38125
Prelude Opening Prayer....................................................................................Minister Otis Christian Scripture Readings:
Old & New Testament............................................................Minister Courtney Bush
Song.............................................................................................................Kevin McMickens Words of Comfort......................................................................................Pastor Wade Bryant Song..............................................................................................Williean “Peanut” Fletcher Closing Prayer.....................................................................................Minister Otis Christian Recessional
The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name’s sake. Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over. Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the Lord for ever.
Psalms 23
Norvell.Tolliver@restingplace.heaven Recieved: July 20, 2020 • 6:55 P.M.
I’ll Be Seeing You I am at rest so don’t cry It will be easier as time goes by As my body lies here, it’s only a shell, God has called me home, so I say farewell. Now I’m happy and very content For the things I’ve done wrong, I repent. You know and I know that it’s hard on earth, So you should not cry at death, but at birth So all my family, friends, as you pass by. As you are now, so once was I. As I am now, so must you be, Prepare yourselves to follow me. I had a whole ticket, Hope you don’t have a half ticket. I have no worries, pain or fears For I’m with GOD, so please dry your tears. Put GOD first in your life And I’ll be seeing you, soon. GET READY, GET READY, GET READY
~Acknowledgements ~
The family of Norvell Tolliver would like to thank you for calls, texts, and many acts of kindness shown to us during our time of bereavement. We love you all, and may God bless each of you always.
~The Family of Mrs. Tolliver
~ Honorary Pallbearers ~ Anari Smith Kamael Smith Issac Ross
Ki’Zay Smith
~ActiveBrandon Pallbearers ~ Korry Higgins Young
Karson Owens Robert Ross, Jr.
Willis Young
~ Interment ~ West Tennessee Veterans Cemetery 4000 Forest Hill-Irene Rd. Memphis, Tennessee 38125
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