Deborah J. Norris, (nee-Holl), 49, of Grafton passed away Sunday September 25, 2011 at her home surrounded by her loving family and friends following a 18 year battle with breast cancer. Her courage and determination were only exceeded by her kindness and compassion for others. She was born June 1, 1962 in Cleveland and was a resident of Grafton for 16 years, coming from South Euclid. Deb worked as a purchasing manager at the Henkel Corp. in Avon, was a member of St. Jude Catholic Church in Elyria and enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. Survivors include her husband of 20 years, Rick; daughter, Allie Norris at home; parents, Ralph and Rosemarie Holl of Chardon; brother, Ron (Erica) Holl of Chardon; mother-in law, Helen Speakman; father-in-law, Richard Norris; 8 nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends Thursday 3:00-7:00 p.m. at the Laubenthal-Mercado Funeral Home 38475 Chestnut Ridge Rd. (at State Rt. 57), Elyria. 440-322-4626. Closing prayers will be Friday at 9:30 a.m. in the funeral home followed by a 10:00 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Jude Church 590 Poplar St., Elyria. The Rev. Fr. Frank P. Kosem, pastor, will be the Celebrant. Burial will follow at 12:30 p.m. at All Souls Cemetery, Chardon (Please meet at the cemetery). Service: 10:00 AM Friday September 30, 2011 St. Jude Catholic Church 590 Poplar St. Elyria, OH. Visitation: 3:00-7:00 PM Thursday September 29, 2011 Laubenthal-Mercado Funeral Home 38475 Chestnut Ridge Rd. Elyria, OH.