Mark Leslie Norton

Mark Leslie Norton, age 63, passed away suddenly on April 19, 2024, in Grove, Oklahoma. Mark was born on March 29, 1961, in Wellington, Kansas to his loving parents Glen and Connie Norton.
 
Mark was a dedicated professional who pursued his career with passion and excellence. Graduating from the class of 1979 in Wellington, Kansas, he excelled in his field as an aerospace machinist. His work ethic and skills left a lasting impact on all who knew him.
 
Beyond his professional life, Mark had a variety of hobbies and interests that brought him joy. From fishing to gardening, boating to antique collecting, he had a knack for embracing life's simple pleasures. Mark was also known as a handyman and an avid animal lover.
 
Mark will be deeply missed by his surviving family and friends, including his son Dustin Norton and daughter Mallory Norton. He is also survived by his brothers Steve Norton (companion April Greeno) and Michael Norton (companion Lavina Bolm), four grandchildren Grayson Norton, Brayden Hunt, Daettin Bermudez, Liam Denton, as well as nephews Austin Norton, Aaron Norton, and Keifer Norton, and ex-wife Kay Norton.
 
In honoring Mark's memory, a Celebration of Life service will be held in Ottawa Kansas at a later date.