William “Bill” Norcross,74, of Union, Mississippi, formally of Appomattox, passed away on Saturday, July 2, 2022, at his residence. He was the husband of Kathryn O. Norcross.

Born in Appomattox County, he was the son of the late Walter and Emma Norcross. Bill retired from the U.S. Navy after serving 22 years. He then went to work at East Central Community College at Decatur, MS, as an automotive instructor for 24 years. Bill’s passion in life was caring for all animals.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by his daughter, Dana Lawson and husband, David of Kewanee, MS; his son, Sean Norcross of Meridian, MS; his granddaughter, Lauren Lawson; his brother, Walter Norcross and wife, Maurine of South Carolina; numerous cousins and extended family including Helen Adams and Iris Woody; and his grand-fur baby, Kane.

A funeral service was held at 3 pm, Tuesday, July 5, 2022, at Milling Funeral Chapel, Union, MS, officiated by Brother Bill Boykin. Burial was followed at Union City, MS, Cemetery.