Lisa Norton

I met Lisa when I taught at Waukegan High School. She was a very kind and intelligent person. We were also Facebook friends. She adored Tom and her family. Her adorable grandchildren lit up her life and kept her going. Her courage was an inspiration to everyone. I didn’t get to see her because I moved to North Carolina. I am so sad for her entire family. Her death is a great loss

I have always admired Lisa for her amazing ability to make friends with whomever she met. She seemed to have an understanding heart as well as a capacity to view life from a wider perspective. Her positivity and love for life shone throughout her trials. I believe she made a lasting impression on all of us who were fortunate enough to know her.

I loved working with Lisa. She was always upbeat and happy. My condolences to her family.

I am so very glad to have had a good friend in Lisa Melhorn Norton. All the times, from elementary school to high school, church retreats, college (with Tom) to adult years, even working at together at the high school occasionally, have been a joy, just like Lisa herself. Love to Tom, Emalie, and family who will pass on her legacy.

Tom, Emalie, family, and friends,

Lisa was a kind, decent and helpful person, so welcoming at the WHS library. So sorry to hear about your loss. As a colleague, there was no one more helpful and encouraging. The world will miss her.

Rich Quinn

Tom, Emalie and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Lisa was such a kind, encouraging and fun friend. We miss her dearly.
We think of the fun times when we went to the Genesee theater and Independence grove for music and the fun campfires together at Illinois beach, in addition to the great dinners and other get-togethers.
Lisa always had a positive outlook about her cancer and managed to live fully and beautifully. She was an inspiration and wonderful example of...

In loving memory of a wonderful person. I will love you and miss you always.

Tom,
So sorry for your loss. Please know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. May she rest in peace. God Bless.
Steve Ratican

What a joyous spirit Lisa exuded in all her posts of pictures showing shared moments with her husband, daughter, and grandchildren! Knowing the health challenges she faced, I admired and was inspired by her zest for life and her optimistic perseverence. What an amazing and beautiful soul! What a devoted and loving mom, grandmother, and wife! What a role model for many of us of how to live in the moment and never lose your sense of hope for the future, love for family & friends, empathy for...