Marcus Kent Norvell

Mark was struck and killed by a motor vehicle on I-95 on that evening at 5:44 PM.

Mark was born on January 18, 1954 in Tulsa, OK, to the late William Randolph Norvell and the late Elizabeth P. Sims Norvell. He graduated from Baylor University in 1976 and from Southwestern Medical School, University of Texas, in 1980. He completed his OB/GYN residency at Jacksonville Health Education Program, now called UF Jacksonville, FL, in 1984. He practiced obstetrics and gynecology in Brunswick for 31 years, retiring in 2015. Mark married the love of his life, Mary Lee Brothers on January 3, 1976.

Mark is survived by his wife of 41 years, Lee Norvell of St. Simons Island; three sons, David Marcus Norvell and wife Becky of Johnson City, TN, James Randolph Norvell and wife Joanna of Macon, GA, and Andrew “Drew” Lee Norvell of Boulder, CO; six grandchildren, William Alexander “Alex”, Luke Andrew, Jack Gilbert, Tristan Xavier, Lydia Grace, and Ella Anne Muriel; one brother, Ronald Wayne Norvell and wife Barbara, of San Antonio, TX; close family friend, Matt Trevathan “the fourth son.” He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, and extended family members who loved him.

Mark was a devoted member of First Baptist Church, St. Simons Island. Anyone who met Mark, easily saw him as a humble, gentle person of deep, sincere faith in God and generous service to his neighbor. Mark served at First Baptist Church, St. Simons Island, in various leadership roles, including past chair of deacons and was currently serving as chair of administration. He also served on several other church committees. In addition, he was the advising medical director for CareNet in Brunswick, GA. His lasting impact in this community is immense and will never be forgotten. His family will have many fond memories for years to come.

The family will receive friends Tuesday evening from 5-7 PM on September 26, 2017 in the fellowship hall at First Baptist Church, St. Simons Island, with a Celebration of Life Service at 11 AM Wednesday, September 27, 2017 at First Baptist Church, St. Simons Island with Rev. Tony Langford officiating the service. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Mark’s life. CareNet, FaithWorks, and First Baptist Church of Saint Simons Island, were close to Mark’s heart. As an expression of sympathy, memorial contributions may be made to these organizations.

Arrangements are entrusted into the care of Edo Miller and Sons Funeral Home www.edomillerandsons.com.