Gary Nicholas Norville, 72 of Springfield, passed away on Wednesday, September 27, 2023, at St. John’s Hospital in Springfield.  He was born on September 2, 1951, in Taylorville, the son of Anthony P. “Tony” and Marian R. (Ream) Norville.  He married Martha Prasun on July 21, 1973, in Kincaid.  Gary received a degree in agriculture from Lincoln Land Community College and farmed for many years until his retirement.  He was an active member of the Illinois Pork Producers Association.  Following retirement he worked with his daughter at J.O. Harris Sales.  He was an active member of St. Rita Catholic Church in Kincaid where he served as an Eucharistic Minister for over 30 years.  He enjoyed dancing and was active in 4H activities with his children.  More than anything he loved his family, especially his grandchildren and enjoyed attending all of their sporting events and activities. 

He is survived by his wife: Martha Norville of Springfield; daughters: Mindy Smith (Brent), of Peosta, Iowa, Amy Bruno (Derek) of Springfield, and Mary Beth Harris (Jay) of Alexander; grandchildren: Tori Bruno, Joseph Smith, Clay Bruno (Danielle), Megan Smith (Nathan Gehl), A.J. Harris, and Claire Harris; siblings: Toni L. Fabry (Tom) of Tyler, Texas, Nancy Norville of Springfield, and Patrick Norville (Traci) of Clarksdale; and several nieces and nephews.  He was preceded in death by his parents and grandparents. 

A funeral Mass for Gary will take place at 10:00a.m. on Monday, October 2, 2023, at St. Rita Catholic Church in Kincaid with Fr. Charles Edwards officiating.  The burial will take place in Oak Hill Cemetery, Taylorville.  Visitation will be held from 3:00p.m. until 6:00p.m. on Sunday at St. Rita Catholic Church.  Memorials may be made to St. Rita Catholic Church.  McClure Funeral Home and Cremation Services in Taylorville is assisting the family with arrangements.  Memories of Gary, or condolences to his family, may be shared online at www.mcclurefuneralhome.com.