Norma Lee Shell, 76, of Shanks, WV passed away on Sunday, February 14, 2021 at Winchester Medical Center, Winchester, VA.

Born on May 10, 1944 in Romney, WV, she was the daughter of the late McKinley Ganoe and Mary Elizabeth Hott Ganoe.

Norma was a graduate of Romney High School.  She was a member of Little Capon Baptist Church, Augusta, WV.  She had worked as a telephone operator in Romney.  For years, Norma provided childcare in her home and was known as a grandmother to many.  She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Edward O. Shell on Feb 23, 2020.  They were married on June 13, 1964.  She was also preceded by a sister, Leona Kathleen "Kay" Mayhew and two brothers, Paul Ganoe and James Ganoe.

She is survived by her children, Tammy Cowgill (Doug) of Romney, WV, Jeffrey Shell (Christy) of Augusta, WV, Pam Martin (Harvey) of Shanks, WV, 4 grandchildren, Brandon Martin (Courtney), Katie Martin, Allison Cowgill, Hannah Shell, and a sister, Beulah Mayhew of Romney, WV.

A graveside service will be held on Sunday, February 21, 2021 at 2:00 PM at Ebenezer Cemetery, Romney, WV with Pastor Tony Baker officiating.

Due to the pandemic, a memorial service will be held at later date at Little Capon Baptist Church.

All arrangements are being handled by McKee Funeral Home, Augusta, WV.