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Charlene Ellen Norris

Case from Charlotte, NC dated Jun 09, 2016

Victim Details

Charlene Ellen Norris

Female

Charlotte

NC

2016-06-09

79

Charlene

Ellen Norris

07/10/2026

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Charlene Ellen Norris, a 79-year-old woman from Charlotte, NC, passed away on June 9, 2016. Her death was the result of a tragic incident involving her husband, Jim Norris. On the night of June 8, 2016, Jim Norris shot and killed Charlene in what he claimed was a "mercy killing" as part of an apparent suicide pact. Both Charlene and Jim were dealing with dementia, and Charlene also suffered from cancer and the pain from a replaced hip and knee. According to Jim's lawyer, Charlene had expressed h ...
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  • Charlene Norris Obituary - McEwen Funeral Service Mint Hill Chapel | Charlotte NC
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