Justin D. Norton Obituary

C trp 5/15 3 plt miss u friend

well after many years i finally went and saw you again, the evening before memorial day. You rest well man. You are not forgotten.

Thank you Peggy.

To the family and friends of Sgt. Justin D. Norton:
Please accept my remembrance of Justin on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.

To the family and friends of Sgt. Justin D. Norton:
Remembering Justin on the anniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

Hi Justin,
I'm thinking about you and miss you. I'll always remember the adorable, sweet and smart little boy you were and then the wonderful man you became. You were, are, and always will be my hero. Love, Aunt Cathy. p.s. Say hi to Nana for me and tell her we miss her.

Justin,
Thinking and praying for you on your 3rd Heavenly Anniversary. May God hold you in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

"Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends", John 15:13.

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Sincerely,
Kenna

Father we entrust our brother Justin to your mercy. You loved him greatly in this life: now that he is freed from all its cares, give him happiness and peace forever. Welcome him now into paradise where there will be no more sorrow, no more weeping or pain, but only peace and joy with Jesus your Son, and the Holy Spirit forever and ever.
May God hold Justin in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. My deepest sympathies.

Holding you all in my thoughts and prayers.


The Wind on The Downs

“I like to think of you as brown and tall,
As strong and living as you used to be,
In khaki tunic, Sam Brown belt and all,
And standing there and laughing down at me.
Because they tell me, dear, that you are dead,
Because I can no longer see your face,
You have not died, it is not true, instead
You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe;
I hear you laughing as you used to do,
Yet loving all the things I think of you;
And knowing you are happy, should I grieve?
You follow and are watchful where I go.”

(Written by Marian Allen during World War l )

Two lines that I wish you to keep near your heart…….

“You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe”


I did not know Justin, but I am remembering
his service. He is my hero. !

~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~

The Other Side

i'm over on the other side
where life and death softly divide.
left my skin and bones behind
now i'm over on the other side.

can you feel me there with you?
my breath is gone but i'm not through.
loved you then and i still do
from over on the other side.

i can fly. really fly.
below the earth ... all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.

it's good here on the other side.
the sweetest songs...the bluest skies.
thank you for the tears you cried
but it's good here on the other side.

i can fly. really fly. below the earth...all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side

the world is smaller than a needle's eye.
where life and death softly divide.
when you leave your skin and bones behind
i'll be waiting on the other side.

i can fly. really fly. below the earth ... all through the sky.
go tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.

Song lyrics by Don Conoscenti
C Desert Muse/SESAC
www.donconoscenti.com
(Used with permission)

“I hope it brings great comfort to any and all.
Peace on you. DonCon” 4-2008


The Other Side –
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol



Sincerely,

Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom and MIL

Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55

Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
http://tinyurl.com/6gey8b

You are remembered and respected. Thank you Sgt Norton!

Although I do not know you Justin, I had the pleasure of meeting your Mom, from what I saw you were and are a very loved person. You must have been something special to have touched them the way you have... You are a one of a kind true hero and I thank you for everything You fought for.. It's because of people like you who fought for everything we have an for everything we have maintained, that I am very proud to say I am a American and I am very greatful for You.. You have given me and My young son the right to live in this beautiful country the way we do.. Thank you Justin You are a True American Hero

There is nothing that I can say or do to take away the pain or bring you peace in your time of sorrow, but I will offer you and your family my heart felt condolences. I also offer you my prayers that in time the pain will easy and the memories of your HERO will carry you through each day and night. I want to thank your HERO, for his/her selfless act of becoming a member of the armed forces, his/her willingness to defend the United States of America, all that we hold sacred and for the sacrifice that will forever be etched in the memories of all those who knew him/her. Though tears can never bring him/her back, we hope that our tears express our gratitude for the sacrifice that he/she made and our sorrow at his/her passing. I believe for every fallen HERO there is a star shining brightly up above to remind us of the precious gift we were given.

Your mission on earth is complete and you are now a member of GOD’s Heavenly armed forces. Stand down brave warrior and take your rightful place in Heaven with all the HEROES who have passed before.

I made a special promise to LE RON A. WILSON, a dear family friend who joined the Army with three other friends, one of whom is my son (Le Ron was killed in action on 07/06/07 at the age of 18) on the day he was laid to rest as I touched his coffin, that I would never forget him nor would I forget those that gave their lives for our country before him, with him and after him and so when I came across www.legacy.com, I thought what a great way to keep my promise to Le Ron, so I will continue to leave tributes in each guest book until the day there is no longer the need to leave these tributes to a FALLEN HERO.

REST IN PEACE, HERO, YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!!

PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Currently stationed in Germany
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)

Thank you for the sacrifice made by Sgt Norton and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!

Your son (Mr Norton) will always be remenber as an hero.

There are no words to say how much Justin is missed. I will honor him this memorial day and always. I will remember the joy he brought to others and how much he loved his family and friends. I will remember his last homecoming and thank the lord for the time he was with us. The memories will never fade. I know Justin is with us always. Much Love. Donna

Justin,
Thank you for giving me the opportunity to be your friend. The "guys" and I miss you every day. I dont think weve gotten together once since youve been gone and there hasnt been mention of how you should be there. Its hard to be without you but we know you did what you had, and wanted, to do. We love you!

“Soldier”
Written to Honor the Service of Our Fallen Soldiers

Soldiers write history, we pay the price
Many miles distant, you live the life
Entered the Battle of our own free will
Out of Duty for Country, and we’d do it still

We hope and pray that all will find peace
In God, in the flag, in memories of valor
Gone now, our pride and courage you see
“An Army of One” our motto forever

Willing to risk all for love of our Brothers
We’re still Your Soldiers…and we showed the way
Our Lives too short, now pray for the others
Lived free died Heroes in lands far away

Deep within souls all cherished our Service
We’ll always have what some never know
Courage and Honor, our names forever
Lived life with purpose…just our time to go

We march in the Heavens with Honor and Glory
Missions accomplished we fought the Good Fight
Many years from now…we’ll tell the full story
Until that Day we will live in the Light

Our lives we laid down in a land far away
Still watching o’er you this night and by day
No need to talk…just know we are with you
There in your hearts and we hear what you pray

Yes we are your soldiers
Our lives we laid down
Still We guard o’er you
Still Duty bound

Entered the Battle of our own free will
Out of Duty for Country, and we’d do it still
We’ll always have what some never know
Lived life with purpose…it was our time to go

Jeff, You have handled this impossible and tragic situation with so much grace and class and strength. Justin was proud to be a Norton. When he came home on leave in February 2006, I remember how excited you were. Justin stayed with your family and worked the road with you several times. I remember talking to Justin and him speaking of wanting to become a deputy sheriff when he got out of the army. He definitely wanted to follow in his fathers footsteps and from our conversations I could tell how proud he was of you. I know now who Justin acquired his grace, class, and strength from. Not to mention his sense of humor…I am sorry that Justin will never have the opportunity to follow in your footsteps but knowing that he is watching over you and your family provides comfort. Your son is a true American Hero.

I never met Justin, but have got to know him through his parents and brother, Jeff, Sandy and Dean Norton. I remember how excited they were when he was home last February and how he was able to spend so much quality time with the family, but he especially wanted to hang out with his father, Jeff. Those are wonderful memories for Jeff, Sandy and Dean. The beautiful painting of Justin that is hanging in their living room is a daily reminder that he is always with them. Please visit the beautiful tribute that Sandy Norton made to honor this wonderful son, soldier, and hero.

Jeff, Sandy and Dean. My thoughts and prayers are always with your family. You raised an exceptional young man and a true American HERO. Hold on to those memories as they are something nobody can take from you and something that money cannot buy.

Justin man it hurts me everyday knowing your gone not a day goes by that I dont think about you man I just know your up there shining down on us I love you man

Dear Justin,

It was so hard to loose you that day in Iraq.
We cried and we prayed but knew it would not bring you back.

They said you died believing in the cause, that thought has made many people pause.
Pause to consider this young man’s life. Given up freely as our sacrifice.

I know you’re in heaven with Pappy and Gran. Walking with Jesus, holding his hand.
Hopefully that thought will help others that hold your memory close turn their life to
Christ so we can all one day be together in God’s holy light.

We love you and miss you, we always will. Please ask God to bless us and help us to
Understand his will.

Lovingly,
Aunt Lori

SGT. Justing D. Norton: I did not know you before today but I'm so glad that I did get to learn a little about you through your page. You are special and I will remember you forever as a great man. May God Bless your family.

To the family and friends



I have only just begun this journey and may not have known your loved one personally.



I extend to you my deepest condolences. No words will ever express the grief those close to this lost treasure are feeling. I can only say that I can share this grief as I too lost a loved one July 8, 2006. I will continue to pray for the safety of our soldiers and especially the family and friends of our lost hero’s. I only hope the memories will carry us through. I will continue pray that you also will believe and know that our heavenly father will not give us more than we can handle.



As always I read (and cry) through the memorials of our lost hero’s, So many people have already expressed the things I would also say. I am amazed and take comfort that so many people care. I can only thank you for the sacrifice you and especially Justin have made to protect our country. As others have said “I am only an email away.” I would be honored if you so choose to share about this fine hero.



Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Matthew 11:28



Laura Cameron

(CPL Joseph P Micks KIA 7/8/2006 Ramadi, Iraq)

Dear Norton Family,

I am so sorry for the loss of your beloved hero, Justin. May Justin rest in peace surrounded by the love of his family and friends. Thank you SGT Justin D. Norton, a true American hero to all.

Justin,

having served with you over the past couple years in Alpha Troop 1-10 Cavalry, you have shown me many things. You were probably the most motivated soldier I have ever worked with, and it was great just knowing you. I hope we meet again my friend.

To the Norton family, I am so sorry to hear of Justin's loss. We also lost our son, Forrest, June 16th just few short weeks ago, while serving in Afghanistan. We understand how deep your grief may be and we know that no words can comfort you at this time. Please know that our hearts are with you and we long to embrace you. We are now faced with the challenge of learning how to live again...and I know our son would want us to live joyously in spite of his loss. How to do this????-we have no answers except to start walking out everyday in a way that would honor our son's memory. I am sorry we could not be there to show our respects, but just returned from burying our son in Virginia. If you ever want to tell us more about Justin, we would love to hear his story.

Blessings to you all

I am so sorry for your loss.

May God's Loving Grace and comfort be with the Norton family.

Please Know that Justin will never be forgotten.

From the sister of a Fallen Hero, in Vietnam, many years ago.

Romans 8:18

Hey Justin Its Your cousin Kendra, I just wanted to know how is it like in Heaven and that you will never die in my heart alot of people love and care about you. Love your cousin Kendra

Justin, we love you and will never forget you. You gave us 21 years of wonderful memories. I'll see you again someday. I love you!! Uncle Donny.

I attended along with American Legion Post 264, Rainier, WA. both the Candlelight Vigil and the services on Sunday, July 2, 2006.

My sympathies & thoughts are with you. I know this won't bring you peace but know you have a lot of support.

To The Family of Sgt Justin D. Norton, I had the honor of meeting Sgt Norton back in 2004 when he first arrived at Ft Hood. The unit he was getting assigned to was in route back from Iraq. My husband was with that unit. He was a great guy and I wish I could have gotten to know him better. My prayers are with you all.

My heart breaks as I send another expression of sympathy to the family of a hero, who sacrificed all for our country. Please draw comfort from the fact that many are praying for you, and will always appreciate the sacrifice you made. Karen G. Locke, Soldier's Angels

To the Family of Sgt. Justin D. Norton;

My heart breaks again as I sign yet another guest book of another courgeous young soldier who gave their life so selflessly. I wish I never found myself in a position to have to sign another guestbook for the rest of my life. We lost a son 12/1/05 and it seems like yesterday.

I know first hand there are no words right now that will bring you the comfort and peace you need. Just know that you are not alone. My heart, thoughts, and prayers are with you all as you mourn this loss. We don't know each other, will probably never meet, but will forever be united in the loss of our Heroes. We have, unfortunately joined a group none of us wanted to join, an ever-growing group of families in this situation. May God grant you peace and strength to get through this and be able once again to smile at a memory rather than have only the tears that flow so easily now. To be so proud of your loved one and so saddened at the same time is a mix of emotions very difficult to deal with. I am sorry that I never knew your soldier personally, but none of these courageous men and women will be forgotten. They will never be able to be replaced, but sometime, someday your loving memories will help to sustain you. This courageous soldier will forever now be your Angel watching over you all for the rest of your lives. It's what brings me some measure of peace and comfort and I hope it will you as well. To his family and friends in pain, I offer this comfort: When you find yourself in that dark sorrowful place, think not only of how you will miss him, but instead recall the years, days, hours and minutes gifted to you by his presence. The one thing that cannot be taken from you is those wonderful memories that now will mean more than ever. If you ever want to talk, I'm only an e:mail away and would love for you to tell me more about your Hero. God Bless this courageous soldier and family.

Pam Adams (SFC Brent Adams, KIA 12/1/05 Ramadi, Iraq)

[email protected]

(Millersville, PA )

Please accept my deepest Sympathy in your time of loss. My cousin with in Iraq with Sgt. Norton, his name is Sgt. Michael Dobbs. I have heard lots of nice things about your son and pray that the Lord be with you in this time. God Bless you all.

JUSTIN WE ARE SO VERY PROUD OF YOU.

IT HAS BEEN A PRIVILEGE AN HONOR TO HAVE HAD YOU IN OUR LIVES. YOU ARE OUR HERO OUR GRANDSON.YOU ARE THE BIG BEAUTIFUL EAGLE IN THE SKY.

Justin, you will never be forgotten. We have deep sorrow in our hearts, for the sacrifice you 've given. Our prayers to your family and the large extended families, who have watched you grow into a young man.

May God keep us all strong thru these very difficult times. With great sadness and love, Boots, Eugene n' Family.

Rest in peace at your last post in paradise.

Please accept our sympathy for your loss, and our prayers that God provide you peace and comfort. Justin will live on in the hearts of many families, who recognize his honor and courage and who will be here to support your family with prayer. God Bless

I am so sorry for your loss. I pray for God's healing hands upon your hearts. May you find comfort in His loving arms.



Jami Edgecomb

Mother of CPL Nyle Yates III, KIA 03/16/06

MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. PLEASE ACCEPT MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES FOR YOUR GREAT LOSS. KNOW THAT THERE ARE PEOPLE OUT HERE WHO DO CARE AND YOUR HERO WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. HOLD TIGHT TO YOUR TREASURED MEMORIES THAT HIS SPECIAL SMILE MAY CONTINUE TO SHINE ON. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. STAY STRONG AND GODSPEED. SEMPER FI



A PROUD MARINE MOM