Deacon Donald E. Norton, 76, of East Windsor, formerly of Windsor, beloved husband of Beverly (Rich) Norton, died peacefully Friday, Aug. 22, 2014, at St. Francis Hospital, surrounded by his family.

He was born in New Britain to the late Russell and Yvonne (Nicholas) Norton; he lived in West Springfield and Monroe prior to moving to Windsor in 1974. Don graduated from American International College with a Bachelor of Science in accounting in 1960 and earned his MBA in 1980. He was an asset manager and portfolio manager for real estate investments for Cigna prior to his retirement in 1996. He had been active in the real estate investment industry, having served for several years on the board of directors of the National Council of Real Estate Investment Fiduciaries and as the organization's president in 1993-94. He was ordained a deacon of the Roman Catholic Church in 1983 and had served at St. Gabriel Parish in Windsor until 1999 and was currently serving at St. Mary/St. Robert Parishes in Windsor Locks. He was a dedicated Deacon who loved serving others and preaching the word of God. He dedicated many years to visiting the sick, religious counseling, religious education, and performing countless weddings and baptisms. Don was employed as a professional assistant with Carmon Funeral Home since 2004.

Besides his wife of 54 years, he leaves a daughter and son-in-law, Cynthia and Joaquin Iriondo of South Windsor; a son and daughter-in-law Richard and Laura Norton of Tolland; a daughter and son-in-law Andrea and Jason Jamrog of Suffield; and nine grandchildren, Justin and Andrew Iriondo, Jessica Norton, Jeremy and Jessica Reid, Brian Davey, Jack, Daniel, and Elizabeth Jamrog; and a great-grandson, Connor O'Shaughnessy. He also leaves two brothers and two sisters, Roger Norton of Florida, Lee Norton (Jeanie) of New York, Elaine Smith (James) of East Hampton, and Sharon Hamill (Richard) of Salem; brother-in-law and sister-in-law Barbara and Bruce MacLeod of Chester, and many nieces and nephews.

Don coached several Little League teams in Windsor, was a fan of the Mets and UConn basketball, and loved going to his grandchildren's Little League games. He also enjoyed caring for his gardens and cars.

His family will receive friends Monday (today), Aug. 25, 2014, from 4 to 8 p.m., with a Diaconate Service to be held at 8 p.m., at St. Mary Church, 42 Spring St., Windsor Locks.

A Mass of Christian burial will be held Tuesday, Aug. 26, 2014, 10 a.m. at St. Mary Church, Windsor Locks. Burial will follow in St. Mary Cemetery, Windsor Locks.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Don's memory to St. Mary Church, 42 Spring St., Windsor Locks, CT 06096, or The Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66675.

Carmon Windsor Funeral Home has care of the arrangements.

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Published by Journal Inquirer from Aug. 25 to Aug. 29, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for Donald Norton

13 Entries

Mary Keane

August 28, 2014

I was so sorry to learn of Don's death. During my many years in Windsor, I was so touched to often witness his compassion and sensitivity to others. Don was a wonderful human being and truly a man of God. My love, thoughts and prayers are with his family.

Ann Marie O'Rourke

August 28, 2014

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I had the pleasure of working with Don at CIGNA for many years. He was a true gentleman. He cared deeply for his family, had a zest for life, and never had a bad word to say about anyone. I was blessed to have known him.

August 26, 2014

Bev, I was very sorry to hear of Don's passing. My condolences to you and your family, John B O'Brien Jr

Daryl Krivanec

August 25, 2014

My deepest sympathy to Bev and your family. I was so sad to hear the news of Don's passing. He was a great man that really helped me out with getting into real estate at CIGNA and getting involved with NCREIF. He was a great boss, friend and teacher of his wisdom.

Carmon Funeral Homes, Inc.

August 25, 2014

With deepest sympathy during your time of mourning.

Laurie Dillon (Nunes)

August 25, 2014

I am very saddened to hear about Deacon Norton's passing. He was my CCD teacher when I was very young and it is because of him that I created a strong connection to the church through music that has lasted well over 30 years. I have never and will never forget him and his kind and gentle soul. God Bless

August 25, 2014

So sorry Bev. Don was the best. Love and
sympathy to you and your family.

Heather Gardiner Sheridan
163 Cedar Road Longmeadow.Ma. 01106

Barbara Carlson

August 24, 2014

We are sadden by your loss. He was truely special. He loved coming to St Roberts dinners. So glad he saw the opening of St Roberts hall. He will be missed

Ed Alvarado

August 24, 2014

My deepest sympathy Beverly and fam. I am sadden to here about Don's passing. My prayers to all who were a part of his life.

Anne & Gail Surber

August 24, 2014

We are just heartbroken over losing our dear friend of 54 years! We'll never forget all the fun times we had in Norwalk & Monroe. We send our Love,Prayers & our Deepest Sympathy to Bev, Cindy, Richard & Andrea & their families. We'll never forget you, Don!

Much Love, Anne & Gail

russ and mary lou brassard

August 23, 2014

very sad in deed to hear of the passing of donald. we were good friends in high school. may God bless.

Darlene Fabrizi

August 23, 2014

It is with great shock and sadness that we heard the news today at 4:30 mass of Deacon Don's passing. He was such a wonderful, gentle, Christian presence and great influence with the young alter servers, one of which is our daughter Emily. I can't imagine Mass without him, he will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers go out to him, to you his family and friends and to the entire St. Mary's family. God Bless You.

The Fabrizi Family, Paul, Darlene, Emily and Nathan.

Suzanne Paradis

August 23, 2014

My deepest sympathy on your sudden loss. Heard about Deacon Don's passing this evening at 4:30 Mass. He always impressed me with his sermons. He was a very good speaker and will be greatly missed. My prayers are with his family.

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