Barbara Thomas Norris, age 82 of Broadway, passed away on Wednesday (9/13/2023) at her home.  She was born in Harnett County, daughter of the late Lewis Tillman Thomas and Stella O'Quinn Thomas.  She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Jessie B. Norris, son, Bennie Leroy Norris, brother, Tillman Thomas and sister, Faye Stewart.  Barbara was a member of Cool Springs United Methodist Church and retired from Moen after many years of service.  She enjoyed cooking for her family and shared her talent of cooking with many in the community.  She enjoyed cross stitching, gardening, and crafting.  Surviving are her sons, Jessie Brian Norris and Terry Lewis Norris of Sanford, NC.  Sister, Glenda Black (Charles) of Mamers, NC.  Brothers, Troy Thomas of Broadway, NC, and Johnnie Thomas (Vivian) of Hickory, NC.  Grandchildren Tyler B. Norris, Kerry Lewis Norris, Megan Alyse Norris (Tommy), and great-grandchild, Harper Adjei.  Funeral service will be conducted at 11:00am Monday at Cool Springs United Methodist Church with Rev. Garland Smith officiating.  Burial will follow in Lee Memory Gardens.  The family will receive friends from 6-8pm Sunday at the Smith Funeral Home in Broadway.  In lieu of flowers, the family request that donations are made to the Alzheimer's Association.  Online condolences can be made at www.smithfuneralhomebroadway.com  Arrangements are by the Smith Funeral Home of Broadway.