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Candace Reeves Norrell
Born in Port Jervis, NY to Frank Reeves, Jr. and Rosemary Ross Reeves (both deceased), Candace Reeves Norrell was called home into her Heavenly Father’s arms May 26, 2026 at the family residence in Colington, NC.
Candy graduated from Port Jervis High School in 1961 alongside the love of her life, James E. “Sparkee” Norrell, Jr. Born just four days apart in the same hospital, James fondly joked that he knew he would marry her the moment he looked into her bassinet. The high school sweethearts married on May 9, 1964, and recently celebrated 62 years of devoted marriage. During James’ Army service in the Vietnam War, Candy was his steadfast support from back home, where she worked locally in banking.
Following his return, they welcomed their son, Joshua, and eventually relocated to Kill Devil Hills, NC to join Candy’s parents. There, Candy found her true calling, serving as a beloved teacher’s assistant in the local elementary schools. For over 30 years, Candy shaped the lives of countless children with her patience and care.
Candy was a woman of deep faith, community spirit, and patriotism. She was a dedicated member of Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, where she sang in the choir for many years. She also proudly served as a charter chaplain for the local VFW Post 10950 Auxiliary. Blessed with a delightful, lighthearted sense of humor, she brought joy to her parish, neighbors, and friends. Her legacy of warmth will be treasured by all who knew her.
Candy is survived by her husband, Jim E. Norrell, Jr.; her son and daughter-in-law, Joshua and Shelly Norrell; one granddaughter, Sophie of Richmond, VA; her sister: Marylee Reeves Tarrats of Syracuse, NY and four grown nephews and their families. Candy will also be missed by a large, loving extended family of Norrell sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, and nephews across generations.
Candy’s preference for cremation has been honored and a memorial service and reception will be held at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church Friday June 19, 2026 at 11am. Please share expressions of love and support with Jim and the family at www.gallopfuneralservices.com .
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I’m so sorry for your loss, she was a very sweet woman. Prayers for the family ❤️
My thoughts & prayers are with Candy’s family & friends. I worked with Candy at First Flight Elementary School. Praying that God will give you strength & peace only He can give.
Jim, I am sorry to hear about the passing of your wife. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jim and Family so sorry for your loss, Praying for you and the family..
We are saddened by the news of Candy's passing. Please know you and Josh are on our prayers. We love you Jim.
Sending my deepest condolences to Jim and his family. Words cannot describe how sadden I am to hear this news. Candy was a very special person.
Dear Jim, we feel very sad for your loss of Candy. You will be hearing from us. We will offer strength where you need it. God bless you, Candy and your family. Rob and Karen Bolling
You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Josh, I wish you and your father well during this difficult time.
My Aunt was an amazing person. She helped my family and genuinely cared for us. She was a bright shining star and the world's a little dimmer without her.
Deeply saddened to hear of Candy’s passing. We worked together at FFES and Candy was loved by all. My condolences to Jim and all the family.
I worked at FFE with Miss Candy. I loved her so much. She was so funny and made my day. God bless you all. 🙏💕💕
I am so sad for your loss James and Josh. Candy was such a warm hearted kind person, who will be missed by anyone who knew her .
My only sister has gone to fly with the angels and to meet our Lord Yeshua. R.I.P. You will always be missed until we meet again.
I will miss her smiling face and wonderful sense of humer
Im so sorry for your family's loss.she taught my children also worked with her at First Flight Elementary School. She was so sweet and kind person
Sorry to hear of Mrs. Norrell's passing. Condolences to the family.
Our deepest sympathies Jimmy and Joshua . May she be with the Lord . Stay strong .
Jim and family, Im sorry for your loss and will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
Jim & Family. So very sorry for your loss. Candy was always there with a smile in church and at the various Kof C functions. God Bless her as she is singing with the choir in Heaven.
Jim, Josh & family, So sorry to hear of Candy's passing. She was so kind and helpful to me as a new teacher back in 1995. Her laughter filled the room and her kindness will always be remembered. Sending love and prayers your way.
Josh so sorry to hear about the pass off your mom prayers for the family and for you ,may God help you though this
Josh so sorry to hear about the passing of your mom,prayers for the family and for you ,may God help you though this
Jim we are all so sorry to hear of Candy's passing. Know you and your family are in our prayers.
I’m so sorry for your loss, she was a very sweet woman. Prayers for the family ❤️
My thoughts & prayers are with Candy’s family & friends. I worked with Candy at First Flight Elementary School. Praying that God will give you strength & peace only He can give.
Jim, I am sorry to hear about the passing of your wife. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jim and Family so sorry for your loss, Praying for you and the family..
We are saddened by the news of Candy’s passing. Please know you and Josh are on our prayers. We love you Jim.
Sending my deepest condolences to Jim and his family. Words cannot describe how sadden I am to hear this news. Candy was a very special person.
Dear Jim,
we feel very sad for your loss of Candy. You will be hearing from us. We will offer strength where you need it. God bless you, Candy and your family.
Rob and Karen Bolling
You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Josh, I wish you and your father well during this difficult time.
My Aunt was an amazing person. She helped my family and genuinely cared for us. She was a bright shining star and the world’s a little dimmer without her.
Deeply saddened to hear of Candy’s passing. We worked together at FFES and Candy was loved by all. My condolences to Jim and all the family.
I worked at FFE with Miss Candy. I loved her so much. She was so funny and made my day. God bless you all. 🙏💕💕
I am so sad for your loss James and Josh. Candy was such a warm hearted kind person, who will be missed by anyone who knew her .
My only sister has gone to fly with the angels and to meet our Lord Yeshua. R.I.P. You will always be missed until we meet again.
I will miss her smiling face and wonderful sense of humer
Im so sorry for your family’s loss.she taught my children also worked with her at First Flight Elementary School. She was so sweet and kind person
Sorry to hear of Mrs. Norrell’s passing. Condolences to the family.
Our deepest sympathies Jimmy and Joshua . May she be with the Lord . Stay strong .
Jim and family,
Im sorry for your loss and will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
Jim & Family.
So very sorry for your loss. Candy was always there with a smile in church and at the various Kof C functions.
God Bless her as she is singing with the choir in Heaven.
Jim, Josh & family,
So sorry to hear of Candy’s passing. She was so kind and helpful to me as a new teacher back in 1995. Her laughter filled the room and her kindness will always be remembered. Sending love and prayers your way.
Josh so sorry to hear about the pass off your mom prayers for the family and for you ,may God help you though this
Josh so sorry to hear about the passing
of your mom,prayers for the family and for you ,may God help you though this
Jim we are all so sorry to hear of Candy’s passing. Know you and your family are in our prayers.