Josh Norton Obituary

DECIN, Czech Republic—Joshua P. Norton, 40, unexpectedly went home to be with the Lord on Monday, August 6, 2012, at his home in Decin, Czech Republic. He was born December 9, 1971, Hudson, NY, the son of Richard and Miriam Underhill Norton. He grew up in New Hampshire, attended Christian schools, and earned a degree in electrical engineering from Norwich University in Vermont. He proudly served in the Marine Corps for four years as an enlisted man and in a second tour as an officer. Joshua willingly left a promising career in the Marine Corp to attend Bible college where he met his wife and answered a call from his Savior to serve on the mission field. Joshua married Maelene Hinkley on June 10, 2000, and faithfully served in the Czech Republic since February 2005. Joshua lovingly devoted himself to his wife and children. His love for his family and friends and the people of the Czech Republic were evident. But foremost, Joshua was committed to the Lord Jesus Christ. His faith was real, and he truly desired to honor and glorify his Savior with his life. From numerous hikes through the woods to helping memorize spelling lists, he was a terrific daddy actively involved in his children’s lives. He was an outstanding husband who not only loved but cherished his wife. He was a hopeless tightwad when spending on himself, yet very generous when giving to the needs of others. Joshua is survived by his wife, Maelene: four sons, Ethan, Seth, Levi, and Grant and a daughter Candace; his parents; brothers Daniel and Paul; sisters Faith and Lois; and 28 nieces and nephews. 

Soldier goes Home

I want to request prayer for the Norton family. 

They have been missionaries in the Czech Republic for about 8 years. I stayed at their house in Decin two summers ago. Wonderful family! committed to our Lord. 

this past Monday night, Bro. Josh went to sleep in his home there in the Czech Rep. and woke up in his real Home of Heaven. 

For reasons, we do not know or understand, God took him home. Please pray for his wife Mae and their 5 kids who are now without a husband and a dad. 

Preach the Cross - Reach the Lost

Yea, so have I strived to preach the gospel, not where Christ was named, lest I should build upon another man's foundation: 

But as it is written, To whom he was not spoken of, they shall see: and they that have not heard shall understand.

For Christ sent me not to baptize, but to PREACH THE GOSPEL: not with wisdom of words, lest the cross of Christ should be made of none effect. 

For the preaching of the cross is to them that perish foolishness; but unto us which are saved it is the power of God. 

For I determined not to know any thing among you, SAVE JESUS CHRIST, AND HIM CRUCIFIED.

Have you been preaching the Gospel to those in your life?