Davetta "Dee" LaJoyce (Holycross) Norris

Davetta (Dee) LaJoyce Norris, age 83, of Pine Branch Road, Boone, passed away at her residence on Friday morning, August 15, 2025.

She was born on February 13, 1942, in Urbana, Indiana, the daughter of the late David LeRoy Holycross and Gladys Kathryn Hipskind Holycross.

Davetta was preceded in death by her beloved husband, David Bruce Norris.

She is survived by her three daughters: Marianne Maddux (Scott), Jennifer Dove (Justin), and Kristine Austin.

Her legacy continues through her beloved grandchildren: David Austin (Robin), Rebecca Herring, Zachary Dove, Makayla Dove, Kira Beardsley, Noah Bullard, Aiyana Beardsley, and Matthew Duffina, as well as five great-grandchildren.

She is also survived by her siblings: Jim Holycross, Ed Holycross, Ernie Holycross, Lucinda Klopfenstein, and Andy Holycross.

Davetta enjoyed many hobbies throughout her life, including bowling, gardening, spending time with church family, and traveling. She will be remembered for her devotion to her loved ones, her strong faith, and her warm, caring spirit.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, August 23, 2025, at Cool Springs Baptist Church, 1938 Payne Branch Road, Blowing Rock, NC 28605. The family will receive visitors from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m., followed by the service beginning at 1:00 p.m.  Please come dressed colorfully to reflect her radiant personality that shines brighter than the sun.   

She will be deeply missed but forever remembered in the hearts of her family and friends.

Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.austinandbarnesfuneralhome.com

Austin and Barnes Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the Norris family.

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