Vincent G. Norton, 81, Sarasota, died Feb. 6, 2005. He was born Feb. 24, 1923, in Jersey City, N.J., and came to Sarasota in 2000 from Colonia, N.J. He was a machinist. He was an Army veteran of World War II, receiving the Purple Heart. Survivors include a daughter, Kathleen Esposito of Sarasota; a son, Kenneth S. of Sarasota; three grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Visitation and services will be private. Robarts Funeral Home, Sarasota, is in charge. Memorial donations may be made to Hospice of Southwest Florida, 5955 Rand Blvd., Sarasota, FL 34238.