Paul J. Norton, 85, of Kenosha, passed away Wednesday, January 21st, 2009, at Washington Manor Nursing Home. Born in New York on December 9, 1923, he was the son of the late Harry and Agnes (Jock) Norton. He was educated in the schools of New York, coming to Kenosha in 1952 to make his home. During World War II he served in the United States Army with the 77th Infantry. He entered the service on January 4, 1942, and was honorably discharged on January 11, 1946. He received the American Service Medal, Asiatic Pacific Service Medal, Good Conduct Medal, Philippines Liberation Ribbon, and the World War II Victory Medal. For 32 years he was an Interior Church Designer for Studios of Potente until his retirement in 1982. He enjoyed working on crossword puzzles, painting and reading. Surviving are his two daughters, Susan P. Norton of Kenosha and Nancy J. (Dr. Randy) Fong of Kennewick, WA; and two grandchildren, Nicholas and Lauren Fong. In keeping with Paul’s wishes, private services were held. His kind and gentle spirit will be missed. We love you Dad.Proko Funeral Home & Crematory5111-60th StreetKenosha, WI 53144Phone: (262) 654-3533Visit Paul’s Online Memorial Book at:www.prokofuneralhome.com
Condolences
Bonnie (Bashinsky) Ireland
January 30, 2009
Dear Sue, Nancy, and families,Just wanted to say how sorry I am for your loss. I remember your dad as a kind and loving person to you both as we grew up on the north side of Kenosha. He would make the ice skating rink in your back yard every winter; that was a lot of fun. After all these years I ended up buying the house just 2 doors east of your house! God's peace to all of you at this time.
Pam Loroff
January 25, 2009
Dear Sue and Nancy and Family,I met your dad the day the lightening hit my apartment in 1991. He and I had moved into the Woodcreek Apt. the same year of 1987. I never really knew him until that day in May. When the lightening hit. We were neighbors first and quickly became friends. We looked out for each other. He enjoyed teasing me about my 'Packers' and was very supportive of me when I was ill. Paul was a very caring man, and really enjoyed his walks in Pet's Park and just sitting and watching the birds. I know you will miss him as I do. Please accept my sincere Sympathy. God Bless. Pam