Joseph T. Norton

Joseph T. Norton (Joe) died at home in Woodland Park, CO on June 22, 2025, after suffering a heart attack. He was 67 years old.

He was born in Fairbanks, Alaska on January 29, 1958. His parents were Milton Norton and Joan (Deering) Norton. Because both of his parents served in the Air Force, he grew up across the United States. He graduated high school in Minot, North Dakota in 1976.

He visited a high school friend in Colorado Springs and fell in love with the area, deciding to make it his home after graduating high school. He was happily married to Susie (Brim) Norton since November 18, 1988. He was an amazing father to two sons, Jeffery Norton and Dylan Norton. He was an outstanding grandpa to Austyn Norton and Makenna Norton.

He retired from Colorado Springs Utilities as a superintendent with the water department in 2010. He was a good, honest man who touched the hearts of many. He will forever be missed.

He is survived by his wife, Susie Norton and his faithful dog, Ozzy. His sons Jeffery (Tiffany) Norton of Redding, California and Dylan (Tiffany) Norton of Fountain, Colorado. His grandchildren, Austyn Norton, and Makenna Norton of Fountain, Colorado. His sister Linda (Edward) Coleman of Parker, Colorado. His sister Robyn (Milton) Teague of Natalia, Texas. And his sister in law, Shelly Norton of Minot, North Dakota. And many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Milton and Joan Norton, his niece Stefanie Lewis Norton and his brother David Norton

Memorial donations can be made to the Teller County Regional Animal Shelter. https://www.tcrascolorado.org/donate.html  He was the dad to many rescue dogs throughout his life.

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