John Gerard Norton "Jack"

Loudonville, NY-John Gerard Norton (“Jack”) of Loudonville passed away on Thursday, June 20, 2024 at the age of 81. Jack was born in February of 1943 in West Albany, NY to John J. “Skip” and Florence (Kross) Norton. He attended and graduated from Colonie High School and served in the National Guard for several years. After the early and unexpected loss of his father, he helped his mother with several responsibilities including raising his three younger brothers. A man determined to figure out things himself, Jack learned and became passionate about the art of carpentry. He first started working with his mother in her home building business. Jack and his brother, James (Jim) founded Norton Home Builders in 1969. For over 40 years, they built houses “right, from the ground up” that have served as treasured homes to hundreds of families in the greater Loudonville community. As a father, Jack was determined to provide a safe and supportive environment for his family. He spent countless hours driving to and standing on the sides of athletic fields, ski mountains and in recital halls supporting the endeavors of his children and their friends. He particularly enjoyed spending time with his son deer hunting in the woods and was an avid fan of auto racing, tennis and classic movies. Retirement should have been more enjoyable for Jack, a man that worked hard and tirelessly his entire life. Unfortunately, he battled several challenges with his health, most recently Parkinsonism for the last several years. Predeceased by his parents, Jack is survived by his loving and caring wife of 48 years, Carol (Zacharewicz) Norton, his two children, John (Beatty Schlueter) and Kristin (Matthew MacDonald), as well as five grandchildren, of whom he was very proud; Claire, Reuk, Sean, Biggs, and Isla. He is also survived by his three brothers: James, Robert (Barbara) and Thomas (Kathy), a sister-in-law, Alice Zacharewicz, and brothers-in-law Stanley (Linda) Zacharewicz and John (Nan) Puchalski, as well as several nieces, nephews and cousins. In accordance with his wishes, family and friends are invited to calling hours at the McVeigh Funeral Home at 208 North Allen Street in Albany on Sunday, June 23, 2024 from 4:30pm to 7:00pm. Please enter the funeral home from the rear parking lot entrance only. Funeral services Monday, June 24, 2024 at 12:30 pm at St. Pius X Church, Loudonville, NY where his Funeral Mass will be celebrated. The Rite of Committal will be held at Our Lady of Angels Cemetery, 1389 Central Avenue, Albany, NY immediately following the Mass. To leave a message for the family please visit www.McveighFuneralHome.com In lieu of flowers, should family and friends desire, contributions may be made in Jack’s name to a Parkinson’s / Parkinsonism disease research foundation or local EMS organization of your choice. The Norton family thanks Jack’s doctors and staff at St. Peter’s Eddy VNA as well as the Town of Colonie EMS for their service during the last several months.

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John Gerard Norton "Jack"

February 4, 1943 - June 20, 2024