Merlene Norton Kent Obituary
We bid farewell to Merlene Norton Kent of Malvern, Alabama, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on November 24, 2025 at the age of 74. Merlene touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, James Norton and Maggie Lou Walker Norton; her husband Larry Davis Kent; and her siblings, Jimmy P. Norton, Johnny C. Norton, Leonard F. Norton, Teddy L. Norton and Jackie Wood.
She is survived by: her son Marion Thomas Porterfield of Malvern; her granddaughter Brittney Nicole Adams (Anthony); her great grandchildren, Emily Adams and Ryland Adams; her sisters, Judy Walker of Eufaula, Mary Wise of Clayton and Connie Wallace of Eufaula; and her niece Paula Walker of Headland.
Flowers will be accepted or contributions may be made in her honor to the American Cancer Society.
