Brian J. Norton

Brian John Norton, a resident of Deep River, CT and Rindge, NH, died Wednesday, October 28, 2015 at the Mass General Hospital in Boston. He was 59. Brian spent his youth in Needham, MA. A man of many talents, Brian could quote poetry as easily as he could discuss politics, religion, or the workings of machinery. He took pleasure in small things such as reading the daily newspaper, eating fresh summer corn or Kimball’s ice cream, and reciting Seinfeld. Although Brian’s work accomplishments were many, his pride and joy was his family. Whether enjoying time at their home in Rindge, NH or travelling to visit one of his children, he always relished the time he spent with his family. Brian believed in appreciating and living in each and every moment and encouraged those around him to do the same. He is survived by his loving wife and best friend, Dawn M. (Winbourne) Norton, children, Korinne Lassiter and her husband, Stephen McPhaul of Mobile, AL, Cameron Beau Lassiter of Baltimore, MD, Kettie O. Norton, of Wilmington, NC, and Iestyn M. Norton of Deep River, CT, brother, Russell Norton and his wife, Kathy of Sandwich, MA, sister, Michele Norton of Southbridge, MA, brother-in-law, Tom Donovan of Conway, MA, and many loving in-laws, nieces, and nephews. Brian’s sister, Tricia Donovan, predeceased him. A graduate of Mass Maritime, Brian sailed 22 years; 14 as Chief Engineer, for Lykes Brothers SS Co. More recently, Brian worked for Seaworthy Systems and the State of CT as Director of Facilities Operations, CAS. Donations in Brian’s memory may be made to Shoreline Soup Kitchens and Pantries, 336 Main St., Old Saybrook, CT 06475. A celebration of Brian’s life will be held on Sunday, Nov. 1, 2015 at Saybrook Point Inn, 2 Bridge St., Old Saybrook, CT from 1 to 4 PM