Norris L Kinnikin

September 11, 1939 - February 21, 2018

Norris L. Kinnikin, age 78, of Laurel, passed away at Christiana Hospital on February 21, 2018 surrounded by his family. Born in Laurel, he was the son of the late Raymond and Viola Kinnikin. Norris proudly served his country in the United States Navy on the USS Lexington. After his honorable discharge, he began his career at the DuPont Company and retired after 29 years as a mechanic. He was a member of the Ruritans. He enjoyed antique cars and owned a 1951 Chevy.  Norris loved retirement, spending time with his grandkids, traveling, attending local dirt track races and watching NASCAR, Wheel of Fortune and Jeopardy.  He maintained a beautiful garden every year. He had a servant's heart and enjoyed helping others and volunteering at the Good Samaritan Shop in Laurel. Norris is survived by his loving wife, Charlotte, of Laurel, his sons; Mark (Anita), Richard (Maurica) and David (Nancy); brothers, Raymond and Paul; sisters, Grace Gardner, Mary Sauers, Doris Weins. Six grandchildren and several nieces and nephews also survive him. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by a brother, James Kinnikin. A funeral service will be held at the Hannigan, Short, Disharoon Funeral Home, 700 West Street Laurel, Delaware on Tuesday, February 27, 2018 at 2:00 pm, a viewing will be held from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm. Pastor Dave Seymore will officiate. Interment with military honors will follow in Odd Fellows Cemetery in Laurel. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Good Samartian Shop or Laurel Nazarene Church. Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.hsdfuneralhome.com.