Charles Norton

Charlie is survived by his wife, Susan (Parke) Norton; his children: Charles Norton, Michael Norton, and Laura Norton; and by his stepchildren, who he loved as his own: Laura Hume, Richard Parke, and John Parke. Affectionately known as “Pop Pop,” he is also survived by his 12 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Mary Norton.

Charlie was born in Brooklyn, NY, on October 20, 1937, where he grew up playing stickball and ultimately graduating from Brooklyn College.

He enjoyed a long and fulfilling career at Hagedorn & Company in the Ocean Marine Insurance Division. Outside of work, Charlie enjoyed spending time with family and was often in the park or the pool with his grandchildren.

Charlie was an enthusiastic sports fan who was forever optimistic about the Mets and Giants’ prospects. He was also a long-standing member of the Montvale, NJ Bowling League, and he enjoyed playing golf whenever he could. In a memorable golf tournament that reflected a little skill and lots of luck, Charlie led his team to win the annual Lake Owassa Golf Tournament and bragging rights for the year.

Charlie was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. We will miss him dearly but always cherish our fond memories of him.

A Memorial Visitation will be held at the Becker Funeral Home, Westwood, NJ, on Sunday, January 19, from 2:00 to 4:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to a charity of your choice. Please share fond memories and condolences at Becker-FuneralHome.Com