Gregory Scott Norton, died Wednesday, January 31, 2024, at UF Health in Jacksonville
following a brief illness. He was 59.
A longtime resident of Jacksonville, Greg was born in 1964 in Colorado Springs, Colorado
during his father’s military service there. The family next moved to Fernandina Beach before
settling in Jacksonville where Greg met and married his wife of 36 years, Sheila.
Like many members of his family, Greg was a proud veteran and served in the U.S. Army. After
completing his military service, he began a medical career in pediatric oncology nursing. Most
recently, he worked at Cancer Specialists of North Florida for 15 years.
Greg’s hobbies included working on repair projects with his best friend Chris West, who was like
a brother to him. An avid reader, Greg was a Christian who loved to study the Bible and share
his faith with others.
He enjoyed visiting estate sales and adding to his ever-growing collection of artifacts. Greg also
enjoyed helping others when he was not working or spending time with his beloved family.
Greg is survived by his wife, Sheila; their daughter Sarah and her fiancé Brandon Holberton;
and brothers Richard, Randy, and Jeff Norton. He was preceded in death by his parents Jerrell
and Beverly Norton.
He will be laid to rest on Monday, March 4, 2024 at 2:30 p.m. at the Jacksonville National
Cemetery located at 4083 Lannie Rd., Jacksonville, FL 32218. Friends of Greg are welcome to
join the family at this time. Fraser Funeral Home has charge of the arrangements.
Jacksonville National Cemetery
Pam Belcher
February 19, 2024, 1:55 pm
Greg was a dear friend and neighbor. I will truly miss his great sense of humor and smile. My prayers continue to be with his family. Rest in peace with your savior 🙏
Beth Rahn
February 19, 2024, 4:53 pm
I am so sorry for your loss. Praying for peace and comfort for you and the family.
Billy Cox
February 19, 2024, 6:49 pm
I can’t believe this. Greg was my best friend in high school. We took different paths and didn’t only saw one another in passing a couple of times. I have so many wonderful memories of the Journey concerts we went to and just riding around acting like idiots. Greg was one of the funniest people and also one of the best people I have had the privilege to know. My heart is hurting. I pray for comfort and peace for his family and loved ones.
Beth Dickie
February 19, 2024, 8:57 pm
🙏 prayers to the whole family as they go through saying farewell to Greg.
Wanda Corbitt & Riley Corbitt
February 19, 2024, 8:59 pm
So sorry for your loss. Praying for the family. God bless. Love to all.
Anonymous
February 20, 2024, 1:17 pm
This makes me sad. He was loved by many, and he deserved a better end.
Anonymous
February 23, 2024, 3:44 pm
This breaks my heart. 💔Greg was an amazing co-worker and friend. His ability to teach people of different backgrounds showed how passionate he was about helping his patients and co-workers. He will be missed. Prayers for his family & friends to get through this difficult time.🙏
Kimberly Williams
February 28, 2024, 1:34 pm
Sending my condolences to this entire family in this moment 🙏 💔 😢
Erin Wilkinson (Shook)
May 29, 2024, 10:23 pm
I was, and still am, so very saddened at Greg’s passing! I am one of the cancer kids that had the awesome honor of having him as a nurse beginning at the end of 1994. He really was such a great, kind, and knowledgeable RN. My prayers continue to be with his family!