Edward B. Norris

NORRIS, EDWARD B. Age 86, a resident of Albuquerque, died Thursday, November 14, 2013. He is survived by his wife, Luz L. Valdes-Norris of Albuquerque, NM. Mr. Norris was preceded in death by his parents, Edward and Mary. Edward served his country proudly for the United States Army during WWII. He received his Architectural Degree from Howard University in Washington, DC. Edward worked as an architect for over 20 years in Boston, MA and Buffalo, NY. Then Edward and Luz moved to New Mexico in 1978 where he began teaching at UNM at the School of Architectural and Planning. He was the Director for The Design and Planning Assistance Center for over 20 years. He was a member of St. Joseph on the Rio Grande Catholic Church. Edward was a 4th degree of the Knights of Columbus. Edward will always be remembered as a kind, gentle and a person with a sense of humor. Rosary will be recited Wednesday, November 20, 2013, 7:00 p.m., at FRENCH - Westside. Mass will be celebrated on Thursday, November 21, 2013, 9:00 a.m., at St. Joseph on the Rio Grande Church, 5901 St. Joseph Dr. NW, Albuquerque with Monsignor Luna as Celebrant. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to your favorite charity. Please visit our online guest book for Edward at . FRENCH - Westside 9300 Golf Course Rd NW 505-897-0300