Melba Harris Gentry Norris Obituary

In loving memory of Melba Harris Gentry Norris of West Monroe, Louisiana, born in Marion, Louisiana, who departed this world on April 16, 2026 at the age of 89. Melba leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

She was predeceased by: her husbands, Richard Wayne Gentry, Sr. and Robert "Bob" Lee Norris; her parents, Pete Harris and Louise Harris; and her brother Jerry Harris (Karin).

She is survived by: her children, Wayne Gentry, Jr. (Marie) of West Monroe, Louisiana, Lynn Gentry Solomon (Hoyal) of Nashville, Tennessee and Benjie Gentry (Misti) of Nashville, Tennessee; and her siblings, Kay Harris Fox (Neil), Debbie Harris Knick (Ron) and David Harris (Denise). She is also survived by twelve grandchildren; six great-grandchildren.

Memorials may be made to Cedar Crest Baptist Church Building Fund in Melba's memory.