Norris "Chuck" Middleton's Obituary
Norris "Chuck" Charles Middleton, 61, of Annapolis, passed away at Anne Arundel Medical Center on Tuesday Dec 8, 2015 after a courageous battle with Renal Cancer. He was born on July 2, 1954 in Annapolis, Maryland to Elmer and Frances Middleton. He worked for Chicago Metallic Corporation for over 30 years before going on to become a skilled plumber for B's Plumbing until his cancer diagnosis February of 2012.
Chuck was preceded in death by his father, Elmer; wife of 20 years, Janis; and niece Nicole (Griffith). In addition to his mother, Frances, he is survived by his children, Jessica of Annapolis, MD; Jacob and wife Aja of Ellicott City, MD; granddaughter Lilianna Dover and dog Milano. He is also survived by his sister in law, Joni Schwartz and husband Bill of Midlothian, VA; sister in law, Nancy Goforth of Winchester, VA; niece, Claire (Goforth) Reed and husband David of Jacksonville, FL; nephew, Matthew Schwartz, wife Morgan, and daughter, Blakely of Midlothian, VA; Nephew, Michael Schwartz and wife Katie (Kelly) of Homestead, FL as well as numerous extended family members.
Chuck, throughout his life, touched the lives of many who were fortunate enough to know him and his vegetable garden; he loved his gardening and humming birds but he enjoyed spending time with his kids the most, whether it be working on the family vehicles with his son, shopping with his daughter (yes he enjoyed that), or playing on the floor with his granddaughter. He was known for his dedication to his family, his kindness, compassion and loyalty, and of course his practical jokes and his unsurpassed sense of humor.
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