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Beloved Bullitt County Legend James Weaver Dies at 79

7/21/2025

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James "Big Norm" Weaver, a beloved figure from Bullitt County, KY, has passed away at 79 after a courageous fight against cancer. A former basketball star at the University of Kentucky and Western Kentucky University, his legacy lives on through his wife, children, grandchildren, and countless friends. A farewell service will be held on July 24, 2025.

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James "Big Norm" Weaver, a beloved figure from Bullitt County, KY, has passed away at 79 after a courageous fight against cancer. A former basketball star at the University of Kentucky and Western Kentucky University, his legacy lives on through his wife, children, grandchildren, and countless friends. A farewell service will be held on July 24, 2025.