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Marvin Norman, 55
Marvin Norman of Oakland and Antioch, California, died at the age of 55 after enduring a ferocious battle with COVID-19 for more than four months.
Marvin Norman of Oakland and Antioch, California, died at the age of 55 after enduring a ferocious battle with COVID-19 for more than four months.
He transitioned on Monday, Aug. 16, 2021, in Santa Clara, CA.
Marvin Gay Norman was born on Jan.19, 1966, in Houma, Louisiana, the son of Dennis Norman Sr. and Cora Mae Prevost. He was the youngest of eight children.
After moving to California in 1991, he met and married Terri (Gray) on April 20, 1996. Married for more than 25 years, they built a loving family.
In 2000, he was hired as a longshoreman, becoming a crane operator at the Port of Oakland. Together with his ILWU 10 brothers and sisters, he worked on the docks, moving products through the Port terminals.
Marvin Norman was a religious man. Most important to him was having a family, being a husband and providing for his family. He enjoyed his life and those around him, always ready with a smile and southern hospitality.
He enjoyed fishing, hunting, gardening, cooking and was an avid fan of all sports, especially football. He was a dedicated fan of the New Orleans Saints and the Morehouse College football team.
He would make a yearly trip to support his youngest son’s game. When his children were younger, he would often cheer and coach from the sidelines at their soccer, football and basketball games.
Additionally, he was a great cook, pouring love and a smile into the meals he prepared.
His happiest moments were being able to spend time with his family and friends, which included his four dogs.
He was preceded in death by his parents and the family members Darrell “Flick” Norman, Evette Norman and Angela Norman.
He is survived by his wife Terri Norman; daughter Marshante Roberts and three sons Marvin “Smurf” Jones, Joshua James Norman and Daniel Isiah Norman; seven grandchildren, ages, 13, 7, 6, 5 and 3; as well as siblings: Ralph Hayes, Inez Williams, Bettie Jean Norman, Carnell Norman, Connie Berry, Dennis Norman, Jr., Bernadette Norman, and Mary Butler; by his in-laws Sam Brownstone and Virginia Brownstone; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Condolences may be sent to 4735 Crestone Needle Way, Antioch, CA 94531.
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