Norris Melvin Eason, Jr.
Norris Melvin Eason, Jr., 67, of Thicket, passed away Monday, July 14, 2025. He was born on December 26, 1957, in Houston, to Mary Helen Collins Eason and Norris Melvin Eason, Sr.
Norris was a loving husband of 44 years to Terrie; they shared so many happy memories throughout their marriage but also shared some of the worst heart aches a parent could ever imagine. He was a loving father who lost his son way too soon. But now he is rejoicing in the embrace of his beloved son watching over us. I’m sure his and Blakes embrace was the biggest bear hug heaven has ever seen.
He was also a beloved friend to so many. He worked at the Papermill for 31 years. He was one of the last few old school guys who would make you work and tell you you were doing it wrong in his own unique way. So many men have came and went through those doors of the Papermill, especially on the number 2 machine, that learned to love and respect his work ethic and ability to lead.
Hunting was his passion. He had a wonderful group of guys, his friends, his buddies, that spent every fall together. They spent their time together telling stories and helping each other to feed their families through the hard times of “the good old days,” and just enjoying the brotherhood they had developed over the years.
He had fine tuned his love of gardening and just loved being outdoors. He loved spending his days on his 4-wheeler riding through the woods listening to nature and talking to God. He could normally find the answers and peace he needed sitting in a deer stand listening to the trees.
He always kept us on our toes with his quick wit and ability to crack a joke. It’s too bad the Dallas Cowboys aren’t here today to let him down one last time.
I know while we are all here saying, “we will see you again in Heaven.” He is saying, “yes indeed. And to his dearest friends he is saying, “yes indeed good buddy, yes indeed.
Survivors include his loving wife, Terrie Eason; niece, Sarah Taylor; nephew, Rance Taylor; great-niece, Hailee Taylor, and great-nephew, Lucas Taylor. He is preceded in death by his parents; and son, Blake Anthony Eason.
A gathering of Mr. Eason’s family and friends will be from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m., Friday, July 18, 2025, at Broussard’s, 530 West Monroe Street, Kountze. A private disposition will be held at a later date.
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Gathering of Family and Friends
Broussard’s Mortuary Kountze
- 530, West Monroe Street, Kountze, Texas, 77625,
- July 18, 2025
- 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Norris was an amazing cousin, family member. He could tell a story so accurately that you would feel as if you were there or had lived it yourself. His laughter was so contagious, his smile so comforting. When you went to him with a problem, no matter how big or small, he had a way of talking you through it, knowing exactly what to say. He accepted everyone for who they are. He was a true hero. He was loved wholeheartedly and will be missed more than can be imagined.
You are in my thoughts and especially my prayers. I know that Norris and my Lute are talking all about hunting memories and are so happy to see one another. Lute went early so he could greet Norris when he walked into Heaven’s gates!!♥️ Such fun memories we have when you were young and growing up! Think on those things and your heart and mind will will be full of happy times. Remember, God is your source of strength and He is always there! I will always ❤️and remember the many calls Norris made to Lute to pray with him when he was fighting cancer. Those prayers reached God and he lived many more years. You are loved! AP
Terrie I’m so sorry to hear about Norris. I enjoyed waiting on both of you at Eastex over the years. I always considered y’all great friends. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
How shocked and sad I was to hear about the passing of Norris this past Monday. I knew his parents Mary Helen and Melvin well and loved their whole family. I have no doubt that his parents and son Blake had a great reunion in heaven with Norris, as soon as he arrived there. Praying for his beloved wife Terrie and all his family and friends over Norris’s loss. I wish that I could be there on Friday to meet with all his family and friends but I’ll be out of town Friday and Saturday. Rest in peace Norris, you’ve finished your race here on Earth and now reside in heaven forever..
Please forgive me if I am wrong, but my brother (1958-1977) Kelly Dearbonne worked with a Norris Eason at Mobil Oil in Beaumont in ‘77. They were good friends and Norris came to Kelly’s funeral. My parents never forgot how nice Norris was. If your Norris is that Norris, my heart breaks for you. Please know that for 48 years, I’ve never forgotten his name. My thoughts and prayers are with you.🙏🙏❤️
I babyset Norris when he was little and I was still in high school He has always held a special spot in my heart and I cherish those memories. My thoughts and prayers are with you Terry at this time. Love, James and Regina Ott
I will never forget all the good times we had over the many years as best friends ! You are definitely a Man of the Cloth ! R.I.P my Brother! See you on the other side ! Wes
YES INDEED, you were my buddy, rest easy my friend. I got er from here.
Terrie and family, We are so sorry for your loss
And we have such fun memories of Norris and everyone being together. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Moose & Missy.
Sorry for your loss Terrie, Ginger just let me know about Norris, Hope your doing well as you can loss is devastaing 🙏🙏