Marlene Norwood

Mrs. Sara Marlene Norwood, 76, of Swainsboro, GA, (aka G-Ma to her grandchildren), passed away peacefully at her residence surrounded by family on Monday, May 12, 2025.

She was born June 22, 1948, in Glenwood to the late Harold “Pot” Clark and Sara Irwin Clark. Sara had worked and later retired from the Gibson Card company for 30 years. After supporting her husband in 38 years of ministry, they moved to Swainsboro Ga in June 2014 to be close and help with their grandchildren.   Even when looking for their new home, she wanted to make sure there was plenty of room to accommodate her grandsons.

She loved tending to her plants and being out in the yard working, but more than anything she loved the time spent with her children and grandchildren. In her free time, she enjoyed doing puzzles, sewing, and playing the piano. Her favorite passion was cooking for her family. It was not uncommon for her to unexpectedly drive up to her daughter’s house with a full meal. Sara was a member of the First Methodist Church of Swainsboro for eleven years. She was an active member in her Sunday School class and the 55 & alive club. Along with her church, these two groups held a special place in her heart because of her love for the Lord and the special friendships she had with fellow believers. She is preceded in death by her parents, Harold “Pot” Clark and Sara Irwin Clark.

Mrs. Norwood is survived by her husband of 56 years, Rev. Bobby R. Norwood, her children, Ben Norwood of Macon, and Angela (Jody) Wilson of Swainsboro, grandchildren, Luke Wilson, Caleb Wilson, and Evan Wilson, and her beloved cat, Dolly.

Funeral services will be held Friday, May 16, 2025, at 11:00am at the First Methodist Church of Swainsboro with Rev. Bob Norwood officiating, assisted by Rev. David Unkles.

Interment will be private.

The family will receive friends at First Methodist Church, Friday, May 16, 2025, one hour prior to services.

Pallbearers will be Henry Terwilliger, Sidney Lanier, Cliff Smith, Danny Palmer, Bob Neil, and John Morris.

Honorary pallbearers will be members of Lambs Chapel Church.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Swainsboro First Methodist Church, 319 W. Main Street, Swainsboro, GA 30401.

Condolences may be expressed at www.chapmanfhofswainsboro.com

Chapman Funeral Home of Swainsboro is in charge of the arrangements for Mrs. Sara Norwood, 76, of Swainsboro.