Obituary of Ila Cornelia Norris

NORRIS , Ila (nee Jacobs) May 23, 1924 – May 25, 2019 

Peacefully at Kilean Lodge with family by her side, we sadly announce the passing of Ila just 2 days after celebrating her 95^th birthday.  She is now reunited with her loving husband Walter, brother Charles Jacobs, sister Treva Travis and grandson Shane Mills.  Ila was loved, will be missed by sons  Douglas (Sharon), Larry (Pat) and daughter Marlene Mills, grandchildren Dougie, Lisa, Dani, Tami, Jamie, Brandon, plus 10 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-grandchild.  Ila was born and raised on a farm near Smithville.  In 1940 she married Walter Norris, moved to Hamilton they built a home and raised a family. Ila stayed in that home for over 70 years.  She also worked at Loblaws for 30 years. Ila was a great cook and all the family looked forward to her delicious family dinners, special birthday cakes and piles of Xmas cookies.  It was tradition. “ Rest in Peace Mom “- You deserve it.  We would also like to thank the staff at Kilean Lodge for the care and compassion shown to our mother during her stay.  As per her wishes, cremation has taken place.  A Memorial Service will be held at the Donald V. Brown Funeral Home, 36 Lake Avenue Drive, Stoney Creek on Friday, May 31, 2019 at 1 p.m. with visitation from 12 noon till 1 p.m. Private interment to follow.  In Ila’s memory, donations to the Cancer Assistance Program, 555 Concession St. Hamilton, Ontario  L8V 1A8 would be appreciated.   Online condolences may be sent at www.donaldvbrown.ca