Richard Arthur Norton, Jr.

Richard Arthur “Rick” Norton Jr., 69, of Creston, passed away on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026, at the Cleveland Clinic.

Rick was born in Lodi on Oct. 12, 1957, to Richard Sr. and Marjorie J. (Bonnett) Norton. He graduated from Wadsworth High School and severed in the U.S. Army. Rick enjoyed fishing, tinkering with clocks and model cars and his cat Maggie. He is now an peace but will be remembered by his family and many friends.

Rick is survived by his mother, Marge, sister, Linda Norton and her son, Derek Poling and a brother Richie and his husband Stefan Norton

He was preceded in death by his father and stepmother, Richard and Sandy Norton; sister, Rosie Norton and his girlfriend, Margaret Greathouse.

At Rick’s request, there will be no services. He will be buried at Canaan Cemetery with his father.