of Marion, AR

December 26, 1937 - March 15, 2026

Olivia Norwood, born December 26, 1937 to Mark Robert Skelton and Clara Skelton in Burdette, AR, passed away March 15, 2026 in Marion, AR.

Olivia loved her family which included her dogs and cats and her church. She worked for Orgill Brothers for 40 years. She was a member of the Holy Cross Episcopal Church in West Memphis, AR since the mid 1950s. She had knitting club and bible study every week as well as having her hair done. She loved to read and lived her life in service to others. We all loved when she cooked lasagna, turkey and dressing (especially her dressing), but most anything.

She was preceded in death by her beloved parents Mark and Clara Skelton.

She is survived by her husband John Norwood. Her children; Tony Briggs of West Memphis, AR, Michael Briggs (Timothy) of Galveston, TX, Shari Hicks of Marion, AR, stepdaughter Toy Brewer of West Memphis, AR. Two brothers Max Skelton (Pat) of Atlanta, GA and Ken Skelton (Candy) of Wichita, KS, her four grandchildren Glen, Donnie, Amber, Samantha, and seven great grandchildren, as well as many cousins, nieces, and nephews.

Obituary Provided By:
Roller-Citizens Funeral Home
201 North Pine Street
West Memphis, AR  72303
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