Freddie Robinson Norris Pace passed away peacefully on July 7, 2007 in Houston, Texas. She is predeceased by her dear husband Dr. Bedford Pace, Jr., MD, of Beaumont, Texas in 1999. She is survived by her devoted daughter, Mary Norris Feller and son-in-law Dr. L. Wayne Feller, Ph.D., Houston, Texas; her loving son, John D. I. Norris, Dallas, Texas and granddaughter, Diana O. Norris, Frankfurt, Germany. Freddie is also survived by her beloved sister, Faye Rovillo, Dallas, Texas; and many adored nieces and nephews.
Born in Childress, Texas, Freddie moved to Dallas in 1950 to join American Airlines as an airline stewardess. She married W. D. I. “Top” Norris in 1952 and raised their two children in the Park Cities, being active in both school and church activities. Always a gracious and elegant woman Freddie was a stunning beauty who dressed exquisitely no matter the occasion. Recognized for this, Women’s Wear Daily, Paris, France Edition, at their request, photographed her while on a visit to New York City. She enthusiastically supported the Opera and the Fine Arts and was also known for her extensive Judith Leiber jeweled handbag collection and her classic 1979 Rolls Royce. She was a wonderful mother, wife and friend to all who knew her.
Friends are cordially invited to attend a celebration of her life on Wednesday, July 11, 2007 from 4 until 6 o’clock in the afternoon at Lakeside Country Club, 100 Wilcrest Drive, Houston, Texas. There will be a private family interment in Beaumont, Texas under the direction of Broussard’s, 2000 McFaddin, Beaumont.
In lieu of usual remembrances, the family requests memorial contributions may be made to the American Stroke Association, 10060 Buffalo Speedway, Houston, Texas 77054.
