Norman Douglas Harvell

Norman Douglas Harvell, 69, of Jonesboro, died Friday, Jan. 8, 2016 at his home. He was born May 3, 1946 in Delta, the son of Thomas Noble and Pearl Jane (Bridges) Harvell.

He is survived by his mother, Pearl Jane Harvell of Anna; daughter, Shannon Palmier of Anna; son, Bryan Harvell of Jonesboro; one grandchild, Caleb Harvell; brothers and sisters, Dale (Dorothy) Harvell of Jonesboro, Wilma Hoyle of Anna, Melvin (Clara) Harvell of Jonesboro and Kim (Curt) Gutersloh of Carbondale; nieces and nephews; other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his father.

He proudly served his country in the United States Army. He worked many years as an ironworker and was a member of the Ironworker Local #782 of Paducah, Kentucky. Norman loved spending time with his family, especially his grandson, Caleb. He loved to cook and would host Sunday dinners for his family. He enjoyed fishing and practical jokes.

<p class="p1">Graveside memorial services were at 1 p.m. <span class="s1">Saturday, Jan. 23, 2016</span> in the Jonesboro Cemetery. Interment was in the Jonesboro Cemetery. Graveside military rites will be conducted by the Carroll P. Foster Post #3455 of the V.F.W. in Anna. Friends were asked to go directly to the Cemetery. <span class="s1">Family and friends were invited to attend a celebration of life for Norman following the graveside service at the Carrol P.Foster Post 3455 V.F.W. in Anna.</span>  Memorial contributions may be made to the family for an educational fund for Norman's grandson, Caleb. Please make checks payable to Caleb Harvell. Envelopes will be available in the Rendleman & Hileman Funeral Home and at the cemetery.

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Norman Douglas Harvell