NORTON, Carol Dena, Tulsa resident, 79, passed away Friday, August 12, 2016. Carol was a beloved, wife, mother, grandmother and sister. She loved cooking and sewing and was a loyal friend to many. She was a conscientious and caring nurse at St. Francis Hospital for 16 years. Carol was a faithful member of Will Rogers United Methodist Church for over 50 years and served in many areas.

Carol is survived by her husband, Melvin A. Norton, and their two daughters; Cynthia Marie Reed (husband, Vaughn) of Saint Petersburg, FL, and Stephanie Lea Condit (husband, Sterling) of Arkansas City, KS. She is also survived by her brother; Judge Dean Whipple of Kansas City, MO. Carol�s life was made joyous and whole by her granddaughter, Amelia Grace Reed. She was her "Precious Jewel".

Visitation 6-8 P.M., Wednesday, August 17, 2016 at Moore's Southlawn, 9350 E. 51st, Tulsa, OK. Graveside service will be at 10:00 A.M., Thursday, August 18, 2016 at Memorial Park Cemetery, Tulsa, OK followed by a Celebration of Life memorial service at 11:30 A.M. at Will Rogers United Methodist Church,1138 S. Yale, Tulsa, OK.

In lieu of flowers, the Norton Family requested contributions be made to the Friendship Club at Will Rogers United Methodist Church. Moore's Southlawn 918-663-2233 share memories at www.moorefuneral.com .