of Lexa, AR
January 26, 1954 - July 16, 2019
Sidney Leigh Norwood, age 65, of Lexa, Arkansas, passed away Tuesday, July 16, 2019 in Little Rock, Arkansas. Mr. Norwood was born January 26, 1954 in Vineyard, Arkansas to the late Addie Newsom Norwood and Thurston Norwood.
He loved farming, hunting, fishing, and spending time with his family and friends. He loved the Lord above everything else.
He is survived by his wife, Jonell Johnston Norwood; three sons, Justin Norwood, Sr. (Loni) of West Helena, Arkansas, Clay Norwood of Lexa, Arkansas, and Noah Norwood of Lexa, Arkansas; two daughters, Leigh Brandon (Keith) of Moore's Mill, Arkansas and Jennifer McDuffie (Robert) of Port Charlotte, Florida; 12 grandchildren, McKenzie and Drew Lewis, Judith, Kaley, Haley, Justin Jr., Noble, Loni Jo, and Betty Norwood, Courtney and Nathaniel McDuffie, Julia Costello (Francis); one great-grandchild, Clarisse McDuffie; sister, Janice Wright of Vineyard, Arkansas; brother, Steve Norwood (Kitty) of Vineyard, Arkansas; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
He is preceded in death by his parents and sister, Judy Jarrett.
The funeral service for Sidney Leigh Norwood will be held at 10 a.m., Saturday, July 20, 2019 at Faith Outreach Church in West Helena, Arkansas. Interment to follow at Sunset Memorial Park in West Helena. Visitation is from 2-4:30 p.m., Friday, July 19, 2019 at Roller-Citizens Chapel in West Helena, Arkansas. Brother Lance Madden and Brother Joey McIntosh will officiate.
Pallbearers are Randle Newsom, Les Twesme, Keith Brandon, Ricky Davidson, J.R. Davidson, Mike Rial, Troy Cody, and Johnny Bowden.
Honorary Pallbearers are John Rial and Nick Ashcraft.
Memorials may be made to Spina Bifida Camp at 2000 Aldersgate rd, Little Rock, Arkansas, 72205.
Services will be directed by Roller-Citizens Funeral Home, West Helena, (870) 572-2571. Relatives and friends may sign the online guestbook at www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/westhelena.
I recently learned of Sidney's passing and would like to provide my condolences to his family. Sidney was one of the best friends I had at MA. I saw him twenty years after we graduated and our friendship was just as strong as it was in 71. Sidney, I know you're in heaven and working as an angel continuing to spread the good spirit you were blessed with by God.
i miss you grandpa
I just saw this two years later. I’m so sorry for your loss. I have such great memories of all the Norwoods. Their house was like a second home to me when I was little. My funnest memory of Sidney is him chasing me around the table trying to kiss me when he was about 10 years old. Such fun, innocent times. I send my love to the whole family & all his friends.
This was my paw paw and I loved him I still miss him and have nothing of him that makes me so so so sad and I loved him so much and miss him so much😘😘
I grew up just down the road from the Norwoods, I have nothing but good memories of the Norwoods. I'm so sorry to hear about this loss. My condolences to the family.
Terry and Linda Rial
Jonell, I am so sorry for your loss. I did not know till today that you had lost Sydney. I remembered playing ball with him when we were young. Talked to him every time we saw each other. He was a very good man. May God hold him tight till we see him again.
My deepest condolence to the entire Family May God be with you ,Alma
I'm so sorry to hear about Sidney's passing. It was such a great surprise seeing him leading music at County Line Church when I visited last year. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Beth Berry Stutzman
Prayers go out for the family at this difficult time, I am sorry for your loss. Sidney was a good man. He was always a positive influence with a smile every time I ever saw him. He will be missed by many.
My Prayers and Condolences to The Family.
So sorry for your loss. Sydney was a good man. He loved his family and loved being with them .
I’m so sorry for your loss. Mr Sidney had been a good friend to my dad and uncle (JR and Rickey). Thankful that I was able to see him during my visit home in June. I will be praying for you all. ðŸ™ðŸ»
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Please accept my condolences. God Bless all of the Norwood family and my Uncle SteveðŸ™
Rest In Peace my long time friend I will miss you.
JANICE, SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT SIDNEY. PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL. I REMEMBER US ALL AS KIDS RUNNING AROUND IN RONDO. THEN WHEN SIDNEY AND STEVE GREW UP THEY WANTED THERE TURN TO SIT AND PLAY DOMINOS AT FANT'S GROCERY. MY HOW THINGS CHANGE. GONNA MISS MY FRIEND.
So sorry to hear about Sidney. I have so many fond memories of our younger years. Wilma and I are keeping the family in our prayers.
Leigh and Family, I am so sorry to hear about Mr. Sidney. My thoughts and prayer are with you.
We are praying for your family. May God give you strength, comfort and peace.
Leigh and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I am praying for you all.
Love,
Tanisha Morefield McCay
Sorry to hear about Sidney, Jonell
So sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you. Sidney was a fine man.
So sorry to hear of the loss of Sidney. Anytime we saw him in recent years, he always made it a point to visit with us and make that connection. Always happy and friendly, he will be missed.
We send our deepest regrets to you all. We have such wonderful and fond memories of Sidney and we will pray for your comfort in the coming time ahead.
We are very sorry for your loss . Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family and friends .
I just read this obituary and I want to send you a hug and tell you that I am praying for you and your family. I am sorry and I wish Gods blessings for comfort upon you.
Prayers for all.
Sidney was such a kind and gentle soul. I have fond memories of him always smiling. So very sorry for your loss. Many prayers to family and friends.
I’m so sorry to hear about Sydney.
Jerry and I always loved visiting with him when he came into the crop insurance office. I will be lifting you all up in the coming days.
Kay Clark