Rita Ann Norton

Rita Ann Norton, loving wife and mother, passed away after a long battle with Alzheimer’s on August 6, 2018. She is preceded in passing by her husband of 32 years, Nicholas Norton Sr. and her youngest son, Philip Norton. She is survived by two sons, Nicholas Jr. and Conrad Norton, daughter Giovanna (Gigi)Pelissero and numerous nephews, nieces, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Born in Donora, PA on Nov. 25, 1932, she moved to San Bernardino,CA in 1954 with her husband Nick where she raised her four children. In 1974, she began a successful 35 year career in real estate. Her many accomplishments include President of the Knights of Columbus Ladies Auxiliary council 905, President of the San Bernardino Board of Realtors and director for the California Association of Realtors.

A celebration of Rita’s life will be held at Emmerson-Bartlett Memorial Chapel,35208 Yucaipa Blvd.,Yucaipa CA on August 21 at 2:30p.m.