Carole Norris Martin

Carole Faye Norris Martin was born March 28, 1942 in Thomaston Georgia to Mary Frances Sanford Norris and Paul Claxton Norris and died December 14, 2020 (also in Thomaston). Carole’s devotion to family and her belief in God sustained her during her struggle with lung cancer. She is survived by her daughter Angela Denise Martin Aucoin (Steve), her granddaughter Madison Paige Aucoin Rafus (Josh), her brothers Sanford Claxton Norris and Timothy Paul Norris (Robin), and her nephews Matt Norris (Bethany) and Andy Landers (Ashley); great nieces Allie Norris, Lindsay Norris, Audrey Norris and Kaylee Landers; great nephews Garrett Norris and Levi Landers. She was predeceased by her infant son Harry F. Martin, Jr. and her parents Paul and Mary Norris. Carole grew up in East Thomaston and attended elementary school there. She graduated from Robert E. Lee Institute (1960), Gordon Junior College (1981) and received a Bachelor of Science in Education from the University of Georgia (1981). She received a Masters of Education degree from Georgia State University (1984). Carole was employed at Rich’s Hair Salon in Atlanta and was a Licensed Master Cosmetologist. In 1973, Carole opened the Cosmetology Program at U.C.A. Vocational Technical School (Upson Tech) as Cosmetology Instructor. Carole served as advisor for the Vocational Industrial Clubs of America (VICA) and was the coordinator for the GOAL (Georgia Occupational Award of Leadership) program. She retired in 2005 after 33 years at Upson Tech. After her retirement Carole was inducted into the Rotary Club where she was a member for several years. Carole enjoyed spending time with her daughter Angela, son-in-law Steve Aucoin and granddaughter Madison Aucoin Rafus. She also enjoyed fishing and camping with her long-time friend and fellow Upson Tech instructor Diane Burgess. Carole was a devoted member of First Baptist Church. She belonged to the Bonoth Ladies Sunday School class and was the class secretary. Carole served tirelessly wherever she was needed (Fellowship suppers, Compassion Committee, Vacation Bible School, House of Care and Prime Timers secretary). Carole was very involved with the Community Care Thrift Store as a volunteer and as President of the Board of Directors. Helping others was a calling Carole answered faithfully. Carole’s funeral will be held in the Fletcher-Day Funeral Home Chapel on Friday, December 18, at 12:00 Noon with Rev. Ted Kandler officiating. A private family interment will follow the service in South View Cemetery and the family will receive friends at Fletcher-Day Funeral Home on Friday from 11:00 until 12:00 Noon. Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic the family respectfully asks that masks be worn and that social distancing be observed at all services. The funeral service for Carole will be live streamed to the Fletcher-Day Funeral Home Facebook Page beginning at 12 Noon. In lieu of flowers Carole would appreciate donations to the Community Care Thrift Store or the First Baptist Church of Thomaston Pass the Salt Program. Fletcher-Day Funeral Home of Thomaston is entrusted with all arrangements. Condolences and remembrances will be expressed at www.fletcherdayfuneralhome.com