James Nathan Norman, 39, of Bryson City, passed away Thursday, April 2, 2020.

Born in Jackson County, he was the son of Henford Lee Norman and the late Mildred Marie Franks Norman. In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death by a brother, Michael Henford Norman and a nephew, Jayden Lane Norman. James was a member of Galbreath Creek Missionary Baptist Church of Bryson City.

In addition to his father, he is survived by his brother, Mark Anthony Norman (Kimberly LaNae) of Sylva, two nephews, Michael Anthony Norman and Colton Isaiah Norman and a niece, Remi Grace Norman.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Meridian BHS, In memory of James Norman, 44 Bonnie Lane, Sylva, NC 28779, R.E.C. Program.

Macon Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

Condolences can be made to the family at www.maconfuneralhome.com