William Francis Norton

William Francis Norton, 90

William Francis Norton of Lake Wales passed away Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at AdventHealth Lake Wales under the care of Vitas Hospice.

He was born November 19, 1934 in Boston, Massachusetts to the late John and Nora Norton; he moved to Lake Wales from Pembroke, Massachusetts in 2006. William served with the United States Air Force from 1952 until 1958 and served with the Air Force Reserves. He volunteered with the Sheriff’s Department and was a member of the Neighborhood watch at Carlsberg Estates. William was of the Catholic faith. He was an outdoorsman who especially enjoyed hunting, fishing, and bird watching. In his free time William would take photographs, listen to music, and cook.

William was preceded in death by his brother, Edward Norton. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Renee Norton; nieces; and nephews.

No services are being held at this time.