Dane Edwards Norris

Dane Edwards Norris, age 41, of Highlands, Texas, passed away on July 25th, 2020. 

Dane is survived by his son, Ian Norris of Highlands, Texas; father, Gary Norris of Highlands, Texas; sister and brother in law, Jennifer and Jimmy Clary of Highlands, Texas; nieces and nephews Zachary Clary and Courtney Babcock of Baytown, Texas, Nikki Clary, Thomas Hotchkiss and Jackson Hotchkiss of Baytown, Texas and Meredith Clary of Highlands, Texas. Aunt and uncle, Sue and Steve Norris of Highlands, Texas, Ruth and Tex Woodall of Baytown, Texas.  Cousins, Jim and Jeannie Stanley of Bartlesville, Oklahoma, LaWanda and Robert Weiss of Alvin, Texas, Courtney and Rodney Barker of Mont Belvieu, Texas, Kelly and Kevin Wingate of Mont Belvieu, Texas, Jessica and Josh Wooten of Atascocita, Texas, Justin and Misty Woodall of Burnett, Texas, Stacey and Mike Wensing of Utah, Kimberley Carmody of Mont Belvieu as well as many other beloved family members and friends.

Dane was preceded in death by mother, Kathy Norris of Highlands, Texas, aunt Jeanie Carmody of Baytown, Texas, grandparents Dean and Burt Norris of Highlands, Texas, and Nancy and Marvin Edwards of Highlands, Texas.

Dane was born in Baytown, Texas on August 8th, 1978 to Kathy and Gary Norris.  He graduated from Sterling High School in 1996.  Although Dane received a degree in law enforcement and was a trained fire fighter, he chose a career as a plant operator. On June 26, 2006, Dane was blessed with a son, Ian, who was the most important part of his life. Dane was very mechanically inclined and customized numerous off-road vehicles for clients.  Dane was such a kind and caring young man who enjoyed helping others.  He was naturally inquisitive and had many hobbies.  If he wasn’t playing his guitar or inventing something new, he could be found enjoying the outdoors; Dane was a nature lover.  Dane was very patriotic and spent many hours volunteering at the USO at Ellington Field where he also enjoyed attending air shows.  Dane was a strong believer in Jesus, and His saving grace, and enjoyed sharing that faith with others. Dane found joy in volunteering at MercyGate church in Mont Belvieu, Texas.  Dane will be deeply missed by his family, friends and all who knew him.

The Funeral Services will be held Monday, August 3, 2020 at Sterling White Funeral Home in Highlands, Texas. Visitation will be from 1:00 to 2:00. The service will start at 2:00 and will be officiated by Pastor Brent Williams from MercyGate church. Due to Covid-19, masks must be worn and we are only allowed 100 people total for attendance. Below is a link for the live streaming of Dane's Celebration of Life, for those not able to attend. It will begin 5 minutes before the services start. 

In lieu of flowers, the family would like to ask that you make a donation to the USO, Ellington Field location in Dane’s honor. Link:  https://www.uso.org/donate/houston/?sc=WCENHOUSTN

The Norris and Clary families would like to thank the numerous families, friends, and even strangers who have given so generously, and in so many ways, during this difficult time of need. They may not be listed but they are all truly appreciated.