Roy Norton

Died: March 16, 2015 | Place: Victoria Hospital, London

Obituary

NORTON, Roy…….

Peacefully surrounded by his family at Victoria Hospital, London, on Monday, March 16, 2015, Roy Norton in his 100th year. Beloved husband of the late Madeline (McGuffin) Norton (1998). Cherished father of Patrick Norton and Robin Norton and his wife April, all of London. Loving grandpa of Christopher Norton and his wife Jodi, Meghann DeGraw and her husband Chris and great-grandpa of Sydney, Dakota and Riley. Dear brother of Mabel McCoy and brother-in-law Jack Lutman. Missed by his nieces, nephews and many friends. Predeceased by his sisters Ruby Pincombe, Ada Norton, Gladys Lutman, and his brothers Russell, Wilfred, Elmer Norton and brother-in-law Richard McGuffin and his wife Alice of Beaverlodge, Alberta. Friends will be received by the family from 2-4 and 7-9 pm on Thursday, March 19, 2015 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The Celebration of Roy’s life will be held in the funeral home chapel on Friday, March 20, 2015 at 11 am, with Reverend Susan Cameron officiating. Burial in Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens, London, immediately after the service (appropriate outdoor footwear is advised). As an expression of sympathy memorial donations to Mount Zion United Church General Fund, 471 Ridgewood Crescent, London, ON N6J 2H6 would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

5 Comments

  1. Bruce Melmer March 17, 2015 at 6:11 pm

    The world is now a smaller place without Roy’s broad smiles and gentle disposition. One of the finest gentleman I have ever met in my life. He he will be missed by many.

  2. BRIAN CROSS March 18, 2015 at 7:47 pm

    Drar Fobin,April,and Family;Iamso sorry to hear of the very recent passing of a truly fine citizen of our comunity.I was certainly very priviledged to go to highschool with Rob from September 1968-June 1972 here at Westminister Hifgzchool in London,Ontario,He always had a generous smile on his face while driving around in his 1976 TR7BRITISH GREEN CONVERTABLE,back and forth to the highschool in years past ,heh good buddy,all you guys drove pretty nice cars back then,courtesy of hard woring parents ,strict discipline and good times one and all to round out the educational experiences right.In closing deepest condolences are extended to your family at this very opportune time from all the PAST AND PRESENT ALUMNI MEMBERS AT WESTMINISTER HIGHSCHOOL.MAY GOD GUIDE YOU AND YOURS TO BETTER DAYS AHEAD.ALWAYS REMEMBER THE GOOD TIMES SHARED WITH YOUR FATHER IN THE PAST.THESE MEMORIES WILL ALSO SUSTAIN YOU.YOURS SINCERELY,BRIAN CROSS ,CUSTOMER SERVICE VOLUNTEER MAIN DESK PARKWOOD HOSPITAL LONGON,ONTARIO.

  3. Jeff & Erin Pickles March 19, 2015 at 2:27 pm

    Pat, Robin, April & Family
    We will always remember our visits with Uncle Roy. He appeared to be this nice, sweet, demure, humble, quiet, wonderful human being – and then out of nowhere, he would play a practical joke. He was very funny – especially when his jokes were aimed at Jeff – as it was two against one & I loved it! However, he didn’t exclude me from his jokes either. Together, we admired and loved birds, flowers and all of nature.
    He lived by the words of God and we admired him greatly.
    This special man- your father, grandfather & great grandfather, will truly be greatly missed and we will always treasure our memories with him.
    Our condolences to all of your family.
    Love
    Jeff & Erin Pickles

  4. Lynn Moir March 20, 2015 at 9:02 am

    Sorry to hear about the loss of Roy. Our thoughts are with you.
    From the family of Austin and Nan Brown
    Lynn Moir, Doug and David Brown

  5. Catherine morrison March 20, 2015 at 7:27 pm

    Dear Pat ,Rob & April& family,
    Roy & Madelaine were 2 of our favourite neighbours on Brick Street . They were very special friends of our parents & all of our family . Jumping in their piles of maple leaves, seeing the cattle (especially Elsie when she came to stay ),turkeys & always being welcome in their home.
    Cherish your memories.
    Fondly ,Larry&Catherine Long Morrison

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