Richard Norton Obituary
We are sad to announce that on November 9, 2025, at the age of 70, Richard Norton of Oregon, Illinois passed away. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
In the sacred silence of farewell, Richard is released into the embrace of eternity, knowing that his light will continue to shine brightly in the tapestry of the lives of his loved ones. And as his memory is carried forward, may comfort be found in the knowledge that love is eternal, and that Richard's spirit lives on in the beauty that surrounds us.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Clarence L. Norton and Patricia Norton (Jones); and his brothers, Martin and John Norton. He is survived by: his wife Sheri West of Oregon; his stepmother Sue Norton of Neponset; his sisters, Debra Croegaert (Richard) of North Port, FL and Gail Farley (George) of Geneseo; and his sister-in-law Tammy Norton of Collinsville, IL. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.
Visitation was held on Monday, November 17th 2025 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Rux Funeral Homes (507 S Chestnut St, Kewanee, IL 61443). A funeral service was held on Monday, November 17th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the same location.
Memorials can be directed to Serenity Hospice and Home in Oregon, the Neponset Public Library or the Neponset Historical Society.
