H. Jeanne "Treat" Norton

It is with great sadness that the family of H. Jeanne Treat Norton announces her passing on September 23, 2025, at age 97. Jeanne was born on October 7, 1927, to the late Helen Larkins Treat and Richard Treat, and was the beloved wife of the late Frederick Norton. Born and raised in Middletown, CT, Jeanne graduated from Middletown HS (46), where she played basketball and was a cheerleader. It was here that she met Fred, her high school sweetheart, and husband of 69 years (together for over 77 years). She was an excellent seamstress and was awarded "Best Dressed" in her high school yearbook, having made many of her own clothes. Jeanne worked for Kabel's Luggage for many years, including using her artistic abilities to create window displays in both the Wethersfield and Middletown stores. She also volunteered at Middlesex Hospital for many years, earning an award for over 2000 hours of service. Jeanne was a talented painter, and active member of the Middletown Art Guild. She continued to study art and improve her technique throughout her life and won many awards at local art shows. Jeanne loved the beach, and she and her family spent many happy summer vacations over the decades at Little Stannard Beach–a tradition that continues today. Jeanne was a proud and devoted mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, and leaves her daughters, Cherie Norton (Rob LaBrie) and Jill Norton (Olcott Snow), both of Berlin; grandchildren Allison Halvorsen (Luke) of Chicago, IL, Michael Tierney (Christine Vargas) of Cromwell, and Benjamin Tierney (Kelli Roberts) of Berlin; and great grandchildren Lilia and Ruby Halvorsen, and McKenzie and Cora Tierney. Jeanne was predeceased by her husband of 69 years, Fred Norton; her sisters Janice Ferree and Marjorie Treat; and her nieces Lynn Violissi and Jane Bradbury. Burial will be private. Calling hours will be held on Thursday, October 2nd at Cromwell Funeral Home from 5:00-7:00 pm, 506 Main Street, Cromwell, CT. Services will be held at Covenant Living Event Center (use Main Entrance) at 11:00 AM on Friday, October 3rd, 101 West St., Cromwell, CT. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to "Middlesex Health Hospice Program" c/o Middlesex Health, Office of Philanthropy, 28 Crescent Street, Middletown, CT 06457 (online Middlesexhealth.org/donate). To share memories or send condolences to the family, please visit www.doolittlefuneralservice.com. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of H. Jeanne (Treat) Norton, please visit our floral store.