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Paul Gregory Norton
1961 - 2002
Paul Gregory Norton
1961 - 2002
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BORN
1961
DIED
2002
Paul Norton Obituary
Mr. Norton was born in Peterborough on July 20, 1961, the son of Mary Patricia (Finerty) and Andrew J. Norton. He was raised and lived his entire life in Peterborough, graduating from Contoocook Valley Regional High School in 1980. He was active in soccer, basketball, and cross-country running. At the time of his death he was employed by the Guyette Roofing Company.
Paul adored life spending time with his large extended family and many friends. He immensely enjoyed golfing, ice fishing, horseshoes, and deep-sea fishing. His most precious moments in life were spent with his family and many nieces and nephews.
Paul leaves an incredible family behind, including his parents of Peterborough; five sisters, Nancy Rykken, Laura Norton, and Kathy Norton, all of Peterborough; Joan Joseph and her husband Todd of Hancock; and Christine Norton of Denver, Colorado. He also leaves four brothers including Michael and his wife Helen; John and his wife Susan, and Steven all of Peterborough; and Thomas of Hancock. Paul had an extended loving family that includes his nieces and nephews: Matthew Rykken, Shannon Joseph, Tyler Joseph, Kyleigh Joseph, Hunter Joseph, Patrick Joseph, Andrew Norton, Jack Norton, Barrett Norton, Samuel Norton, Simon Norton, Nicholas Norton, Sydney Norton; aunts, uncles, and cousins. Paul also leaves the love of his life, Brenda Rowe, and many good and faithful friends.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 AM on Friday, October 25, 2002, at St. Peter’s Church, Vine Street, Peterborough. Burial will follow at St. Peter’s Cemetery, High Street, Peterborough.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Peterborough Recreation Department, In Care of Beaver Jutrus, Peterborough, NH 03458.
Paul is and will always be a very special and unique person. He will be greatly missed by his loving family and many friends.
Jellison Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.
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November 29, 2012
I know that I am a few weeks late, but I cannot believe that it has been 10 years (give or take a day or two). I still remember being an alter server at your service. I still think about you daily, and wonder how life would have been if you were still here. But then I remember,that losing family is tragic, but also teaches all of us a lesson. We should all be cherishing what we have. And I am most certainly appreciating what the lord has given me. keep watching over us uncle Paul, and help me snag the Nubie state record.
Simon Norton
February 11, 2010
Uncle Paul, words cannot even express how much we all miss you. I think about you constantly, and whenever I need advice, I look up to you and everyone who is up there with you, Po, Papa, and Mike. I just wanted to let you know how much we think of you, and that we miss you everyday. You left us too soon, and one day, we all plan to see you again. I will always look to you for help, and everyday I think about you. We will be in touch, and watch over us all. Forever loving, Simon Norton
July 20, 2009
Happy B-Day Paulie!!
Love and Miss you tons-Always.
T-
tina norton
October 22, 2008
Hi Paulie- another year has pass, but it seems like yesterday- actually it was yesterday- 6 years ago. WE love you very much and You are always in our hearts.
Love,
T-
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Laura Norton
November 28, 2007
Hi Paulie,
I miss you, just wanted to say hi. Give Mom and Dad a big hug and kiss for us OK?
You know, I know, but you have no idea of the impact. We miss you.
Love,
BSS
Tina Norton
November 1, 2006
Haven't Forgot You- Now you have Mom , Bren, and Dad with you! As Always- I love and Miss you!
Tina
Tina Norton
July 20, 2005
Hi Paul- Well that time of the year is here again- hard to believe. Happy Birthday!!! You are always in my heart.
Tina
Tina Norton
October 28, 2004
Hi Paul- The curse is finally broken!!! I think there was some devine intervention going on- Thank you!!! I'm sad that you could not share the defining moment in person, but I know that you, Bren, and Mom were watching the game together. I miss you. GO SOX- YAHOO!!!!!!!!
Love you,
Tina
tina norton
July 20, 2004
Paul,
Happy Birthday big brother!!!! I think about you daily, and I love you!
Tina
Tina Norton
February 2, 2004
Hi Paulie- Well the PATS did it, and I know in my heart that you were right there watching with everyone. I think it is sad that you could not be at Brady's with the rest of the crew, but I also know you had Skybox Seats!!! Thanks for the heavenly help- it payed off. Miss you tons, and as always- I love you dearly!!
Tina
Tina Norton
January 15, 2004
Hi Wedge- Just wrote to Mom. I think about the both of you often- I cry most of the time, but I also manage to muster up some laughter (great memmories that I will cherish forever). We move forward because we have to, but know that your family and friends adore you, and miss you tremendously. Let's go PATS!!!!!
I Love You
T-
Brenda
August 26, 2003
Hi Love Bug,
I wanted to say that you are on my mind all the time. I miss you so much. I am doing well so far at the doctors we will see want happens. As long as I know that you are there waiting for me I will be ok.
I LOVE YOU
Brenda
Tina Norton
July 21, 2003
Hi Paulie- HAPPY BIRHTDAY!.. I know I'm a day late, but I no longer have a computer at home, and I had to wait until work today. Thats right- use the State of Colorado (My available resources). I want you to know that I thought of you, and even though I couldn't be home to visit the grave site- I still wished you a happy birthday from the Mile High City. I miss you dearly big brother!!!! Give Mom a big hug and kiss for me.
Love you,
Tina
Mike Ambrosini
July 20, 2003
Wedge Brenda and I were talking about you this morning and it dawned on us that it was your birthday. We want to wish you a happy birthday and tell you how much that you are missed down here. We went to Brenda`s place over the july 4th weekend and had one hell of a time. I loved that picture of you and Brenda that was taken at Fenway Park. Every time that I watch a ballgame at the Yen Yen I can still feel your presence sitting at the next barstool. Boy do I still miss talking sports with you. Wedge you were truly a friend to cherish. Mike and Brenda Ambrosini
jeff peters
July 19, 2003
Hey Wedge:
Happy birthday dude. You probably can figure out where I'll be on Sunday. Yup, Fenway......Pedro's pitching. Couldn't think of a better place to be that day. We had so many great times there. Taking Bren. She's hangin' in, and wants to go to Florida next month. I try to get her out of the apt. when I get a chance. Speakin' of chance, that's the name of the new puppy she got. What a cutie. Also taking Caitlin and Mitchie. Don't think you ever met her, but she's become a very dear friend. Really helped me thru all the bad times, and helped fill a part of the huge void your passing created. You would have really liked her. Sport's junkie like us. She's like a little sister. Speaking of little sisters, Te sent me an AWESOME picture of you and Mom at Johnny & Susie's wedding. That was such a great day. It always was whenever we got together. Well, gotta go hit the little white ball around Monadrock. Everone really misses you up there as well. Keep smilin' Paulie.
Laura
July 18, 2003
Hi Paulie,
Just wanted to wish you a happy birthday. It's coming up on Sunday and I'm sure you'll have lots of people stopping by to say hi.
We all miss you so much,
"Your memory is our keepsake, with which we'll never part. God has you in his keeping, but we have you in our hearts"
I love you, give a hug and kiss to Mom for me.
XOXO
Laura
jeff peters
March 30, 2003
Hey Wedge: Just wanted to see if you had any info for me on the Final 4. Games have been awesome as usual, but not quite the same without you. Everytime someone goes to the line late in the game I think about you and how you hated that situation. Crowl's and I both have Syracuse, so go Big East. Really going to suck going to Fenway for Opening Day without my best friend. I'll get Brenda down to some games this Summer, and I know she'll have one of those Italian sausages that you love so much. You won't believe it but they put seats on top of the Green Monster, we'll have to check those out once. But I still think the seats behind the dugout we always have are the best. Just got them in the mail today for this year. Got tickets for Yankees Stadium this summer as well. Probably hook up with Monge and Sean, wish you could go with us. But I'm sure you're busy up there playing a little hoop, and I'm sure you haven't missed a free throw yet. Boys had a big fishing derby for you yesterday, I'm sure many great stories were relived over a Bud and a little Hot Damn. Had a great time with Tina when she was home, miss her a lot. She reminds me so much of you. The smile and the quick wit, and she and Brenda have a ball together. Speaking of Brenda, hoping to get her to do a little vacationing in the near future. We'll just keep playing it by ear. She's really bored at the apt. so I told her she could use the spare bedroom if she cooks and cleans. She laughed and said "I can clean". Just don't want her to be alone anymore, and I told you I'd watch out for her. Am I nuts or what:) Love ya Paulie. Gov
Brenda
March 29, 2003
Hi Paul,
I wanted to say Happy Anniversary it would have been 2 years and 1 month for us. I miss you so much Paul. I hope you are taking care of your mom and grandmother. I love you LOVE BUG Please wait for me.
All my love Brenda
Judy and Ken
December 25, 2002
Merry Christmas Paul...Hope that you have caught up with our John..and all the others. We certainly miss you....That back deck has needed you several times this Fall/Winter...No one could shovel it as fast as you. Think of you often and of Brenda too. Hear that she is doing okay.. These holidays are rough we're sure. Love ya...Vegas will never be the same for us.
brenda rowe
December 24, 2002
Merry Christmas Paul I LOVE YOU Brenda
Laura
December 23, 2002
Hi Paulie,
It's only the 23rd of December - but I wanted to wish you a Merry Christmas! I also want to let you know that we think of you each and every day. We talk about you all the time - and walk that fine line between side stabbing laughter and gut retching tears. No one seems to have been able to master a balance between the two yet.
I was at your grave the other day and I've got to tell you that you've got quite the Holiday decorating going on for you up there. I'm glad you get lots of visitors, just another affirmation of the exceptional man you were. Well Paulie, Merry Christmas, bask in the light and the love of the Lord, and then go play the back nine!
Love and miss you,
XOXOXO
Laura
jeff peters
December 21, 2002
Hey Wedge:
It's been two months, and the loss continues to hang heavy on my heart.
Not a day goes by that I don't find myself staring at a picture or thinking of one of our trips to Beantown. Or who the hell I can find with your short game and the one-ee for all of the golf tournaments we always played in. Not looking forward to those days. I'm just having a hard time accepting the fact that you won't be with us at Bob & Sue's or your Mom & Dad's. But rest assured, your spirit lives on in all of us that were so fortunate to call you their friend or brother. Brenda's getting better, day by day. She'll be OK in time. A lot of good people are helping her cope with her grief, it's unbelievable how many friends you have. I gotta run, @#$@#ing X-mas shopping to do. Life does go on for us Paul, but I'd trade the next twenty years for one more year with you in my life. Merry Christmas Paulie, Gov
tina norton
December 20, 2002
Hi Wedgie- I just want to wish you a Merry Christmas!!! I miss you so much and think about you every day!! Things will never be the same without you, but I'm trying to stay in the Holiday spirit. Sent off the X-Mas packages to NH on Monday- not too bad. I really thought the Post Office was going to be a cluster F#+@!!! Anyway- I talk to Brenda often, and we have laughs!!!! I Love You very much, and I hope and pray that you are resting well. Paul- You are the best, and I know in my heart that I will see my big brother again!! "up a hair" and "down a hair" Hair More!!! The best summer of my life- Working with You and Stacy. Merry Christmas PAUL!!!
I LOVE YOU,
Tina
Simon Norton
November 25, 2002
Dear Uncle Paul,
For the few weeks I have been thinking about you a ton. For the holidays I will be thinking about you more. You were a great person. At the services the line streched all the way down the street!! That shows that a lot of people love and care for you. You weren't just an ordinary person in town, you were a key to the town. Hundreds of people are thinking of you right now. It was a shock to me to hear that you were gone. I must have cried for three weeks straight. We all have been thinking about you. I still love you. I hope that I see you in heaven. I love you. I can still see your smile everywhere I go. Oh ya, and all your brothers and sisters are coming to are house on thanksgiving. Why don't you drop by and watch the football game. If you don't know where are house is, follow the screaming for the Patriots! Bye, I love you.
With great love,
Simon
Sam Norton
November 24, 2002
Dear Uncle Paul,
You have inspired me to build a potatoe gun. I have had good times with you. I think we will all miss you very much. We also hope that you are in a better place now. Once again we will miss you with all our hearts.
Sam Norton
November 24, 2002
Dear Uncle Paul,
You have inspired me to build build a patotoe gun. I have had good times with you. I think we will all miss you. Things won't be the same without you. We also hope you are in a better place now. Once again we will all miss you. Sooner or later we will see you soon.
nick norton
November 24, 2002
Dear Uncle Paul,
You have inspired me to do no bad things.Life is just like fantasy until you lose it.We love you & never will never forget you.Also,there is nothing wrong with being a Norton.During school and football I thought you were doing better until I heard the bad news.Until we leave the bounderies of earth,see you then.
Amy Lyons
November 14, 2002
Paul,
I always enjoyed running into you on my visits home to NH. Your smiling face was always such a warm welcome! I will miss your imitations of Sherry and I catching up, mocking how fast we would be talking. We had many laughs over your impersonation of us. Whenever I think of you it will bring a smile to my face.
To the Norton Family & Brenda,
I am so sorry for your loss. I was traveling and therefore unable to attend the services, however you were in my thoughts and prayers. Paul was such a sweet heart who always brought a smile to my face and everyone he came in contact with. He will always be with you in your heart and in your fond memories of him. I am sure he is watching over each of you with a big smile.
Fondly, Amy
Brenda
November 13, 2002
Paul,
I wanted to say thank you for the last 18 months I was with you. I was never so happier in my life. I loved your smile and when you would look at me and give me that wink. I finally found a man like my dad, who I have looked for all my life, and I found you. Thank you for being the man of my life. You are so wonderful. I hope to see you again some day. Please wait for me.. I WILL ALWAYS LOVE YOU...
JoAnn Rhodes
November 9, 2002
Brenda-
My thoughts and prayers go out to you in this difficult time.
Shannon Joseph
November 8, 2002
Hey Uncle Paul. I just wanted to thank you for the help on Tuesday, I'm sure you had something to do with it haha. I know this may be a dumb question, but would you help me out on Sunday, there will be 90 girls trying out! I really want to make it all the way and I know I won't be able too, unless you are with me. Don't feel obligated haha, think about it, I'll know which way you went on Sunday, hope to see you there. Love ya always and forever.
Shay
PS. Keep an eye on everyone, you are truely missed.
kathleen norton
November 5, 2002
Hi Paulie, It's me Kath, I am so lucky to have you as a brother. I'm so incredibly proud of all my siblings, but I miss you. I hope I can absorb you're courage and you're love for life, mostly you're love. I love you, I love you're smile, maybe you can help me out when I start getting lost driving? (i.e. Manchester Airport)? All my Love Kath
Stephanie Greene
November 4, 2002
Wow Paulie, did you help the Pats Sunday or what? You had to. Thanks for smiling down on all of us from Heaven. You'll never be forgotton.
I can hear you just as clear as if it were yesterday, you'd always ask the same thing when I would see you "Talk to Tina, lately Murph?" - don't you worry about Te, I'll be sure to take care of that special friend. The Norton family and extended family will always be special to me. You touched so many lives, we are all lucky to have so many great people in our lives.
Brenda, I think about you all time, I know you have that strong outer shell much like myself, but if you need anything at all, please don't hesitate to call me. We'll kick back and have a few Capt's.
Tina, you know I love you dearly, can't wait to see you again.
Randy Cutler
November 3, 2002
In 1976, I moved to Peterborough and within a short time had the privilege of meeting Paul. Throughout the years our paths crossed countless times. No matter where we met, Paul would always make a funny comment followed by his unique bright SMILE. I'm sad that such a decent person was taken so young. My heart goes out to the Norton family.
Sparky
November 1, 2002
Paul, You will truly be missed. It was a great pleasure to know you.. You have touched many lives in different ways. We are all better people to have just known you.
Thomas Norton
October 31, 2002
Paul Gregory Norton was the most wonderful person thet has ever walked the face of the earth period.
Taken well before his time, but what a positive influence etched into my mind.
I will always love, and never forget my big brother Paul. You died with courage and dignity.
Your brother forever,
Thomas Vincent Norton
Michael Meehan
October 30, 2002
Paul, "Sorrow is a fruit. God does not make it grow on limbs too weak to bear it." You and the Norton Family are in our thoughts and prayers! Mike, M.
Mike Ambrosini
October 29, 2002
Wedge I will miss our Friday night sports discussions at the Yen Yen. We pretty much talked about every sport under the sun and even when we disagreed we would respect each other's opinion
and then proceed to the next subject. I feel that I have lost a fellow sports nut but so much more than that I have lost a special friend of the last twenty years. Wedge it was truly a privilege to have known you because in all my 44 years you were one of the best human beings that I have ever known. I will remember your great personality for the rest of my life.God bless you and enjoy the box seats in heaven.
Phil Ireland
October 29, 2002
Paul,
I was on the road last week when I received the news. I felt terrible that I was not able to spend more time with you at the golf tournament last month. You were so happy though. You had that typical "Wedge" smile on your face. I knew you weren't feeling real well, but your personality was as healthy and happy as ever. You were one of those special people that it didn't matter if you had seen us yesterday or a year ago yesterday, you made us feel good about ourselves through your laugh and your smile. I'll miss seeing you Paul.
To all the Nortons,
My heart and prayers are with you through this difficult time. The loss of one so loved by all, is not only a testament to him, but also to his family as well.
Joan,
We don't see alot of each other any more but our friendship will always be there. I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are great people and your love for one another will get you through this.
Jason Sullivan
October 29, 2002
Paul we will miss the friendship, smile, generousity and many other great qualities you brought to us. Even when you are not with us Paul I am sure you are bringing a smile to someone right now. Thats the person you are. We will always remember you and try to carry on the kindness that you shared with so many people you have touched.
Jeff Peters
October 29, 2002
Hey Wedge: We go back a long time. I'll never forget the lessons of life we learned together. I will always cherish those moments,both good and bad that defined our friendship. We had rocky moments like all brothers do, I'm sure Andy and Pat remember me chasing you all through the back yard, only to see us playing baseball or basketball the next moment. I know Rube & Crenna will always remember the number "10" over the phone line. But through it all, you always cut me slack and probably prayed for the day I'd grow up. Later on in life you continually amazed me with your soft spoken words, genuine love of people, and that infectious smile. Any day spent with you, whether at Fenway, the Fleet Center and even the Old Garden was always a highlight in my life. I'm so sorry that God chose you for a higher calling, that may be selfish, but so true. Rest well my brother, say hi to Buzzie and my folks. And always remember that you were so dearly loved. Gov
Matthew Cabana
October 29, 2002
Wedge,
Last Wednesday, the day before your funeral I was a 100 yards out. It was a bright beautiful day on the course and I called on you. Not bad ten feet away and drained the putt. Thanks. Every time I pull out the wedge buddy, I will think of you. Someday, we will all play a few more rounds together. When the time comes, I want you in my foursome. I know the round will be full of laughs and good times as they always were with you. Thinking of you and your family.
Brenda Rowe
October 29, 2002
I Love You, Lovebug
Tina Norton
October 29, 2002
Hi Paulie,
I miss you so much, but I know you are looking out for me and the rest of the family. I will always have the recent memmories of Maine with you, and the unforgetable times throughout the years. I am proud to have such a wonderful brother, and a loving and caring brother. I love you, and know that you are always in my heart.
Love You Much,
Tina
Laura Norton
October 28, 2002
We miss you already Paul.
We know that you are watching us from a distance.
Not a distance that is measured in dimensions, or minutes, or miles.
But simply from our heart and soul to where our memories lie.
XOXOXO
Laura
Tyler Joseph
October 26, 2002
Uncle Paul, Was a man that a lot of people new. I will always remember him as a man with lots of friends that loved him and a man who had a positive attitude all the time. He never gave up anythig that he started. He loved his family and friends. He always was smileing and laughing. I know he is watchig over us all the time. I will always miss you and love you. I will pray for you all the time and I will never forget you and no one will eather.
Love Always
Tyler
Shannon Joseph
October 26, 2002
U~U is for unbelieveable times you gave us
N~N is for neices and nephews that loved you so much
C~C is for the cheer you brought to all of us
L~L is for life, love, and laughter
E~E is for an extrodinary person
P~P is for PROUD to call you son-brother-uncle-brother in law and friend
A~A is for an awesome smile that would light up a room
U~U is for unforgetable, need we saw more
L~L is for love that you showed each and everyone of us
we miss you
we love you
Shannon
Tyler Joseph
October 25, 2002
Uncle Paul,
I will never forget you. You will always be in my heart. I had a lot of fun times with you. The time i remember the most was when I went Ice Fishing with you and other people. Me and you went on ride on Tweety and we went acros the lake and on the way back it brook down and i remember that you did not get mad all you did was smial and we started wlking back to get help to get it back.One thing i ill miss also is you at christmas when you always sat in the chair next to the tree and whenever we did not know a name you we most likely t be the first one to be asked who it was and now it is not going o be the same. I will pray for you and you will always be in my heart forever and i wi miss you.
Love Always
Tyler
Judy and Ken Stockwell
October 25, 2002
Our hearts are broken....so young to pass on..Such a wonderful, caring guy...Paul gave us so many wonderful memories...we will never forget him..nor his love of life..He lived 100 years in 41 years..He is another shooting star in the sky..We love you Paul..and your wonderful family.
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October 25, 2002
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