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.
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12 Condolence(s)
Jordan Hicks
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
My deepest sympathies for your loss.
With love,
Jordan Hicks
Gerald Martin
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
So sorry for your loss, good friend/ great lady
Joanne Bird
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
I am so sorry to hear about Ms. Olivia. She was a great lady was kind to me every time I saw her. Prayers for the family.
Joanne Bird
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
I am so sorry to hear about Ms. Olivia. She was a great lady was kind to me every time I saw her. Prayers for the family.
Carla Hicks
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
I knew Ms Olivia all my life growing up in the Holy Cross Family. She was dear friends with my mother will always be grateful for that. My thoughts and prayers. go out to all of her children and grandchildren as they face the difficult days ahead.
Carol Eden
Tuesday, March 17, 2026
Olivia was such a sweet, caring and giving lady. She always had a smile on her face. My prayers are with her family and Holy Cross friends.
Carolyn Brown
Tuesday, March 17, 2026
My prayers and condolences go to Ms.Olivia's family. I am very sorry for your loss of a great woman!
Janiel Martin
Tuesday, March 17, 2026
Tony,Shari and Micheal and families I am so sorry to hear about Olivia. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Dennis S. Wujcik
Tuesday, March 17, 2026
As organist of Holy Cross I can say that Olivia was always a very kind and gracious person who dearly loved God and her church. I personally find it very difficult knowing that her smiling face will not be there to greet me prior to services. My heart felt sympathy goes out to the family.
jeanie h, martz
Tuesday, March 17, 2026
What a wonderful friend of 50 years !! I will miss you very much. Prayers for your family. jeanie hale martz
jeanie h, martz
Tuesday, March 17, 2026
What a wonderful friend of 50 years !! I will miss you very much. Prayers for your family.
Marie Bassford
Monday, March 16, 2026
So sorry for your lost she was a very sweet lady and a very good friend to my mother Beryl Herren my she rest in peace