Alton J. Miner, 83
Dateline: Norton, MA
Alton J. Miner, age 83, a lifelong resident of Norton passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, June 29, 2013 with his beloved wife Carol A. (Howard) Miner by his side. Mr. and Mrs. Miner were wed on December 21, 1986.
Born in Taunton, MA on October 31, 1929, he was a loving son of the late Joseph W. and Sylvia C. (Sweet) Miner. He grew up in Norton and was educated in Norton Public School.
Alton proudly served his country as a member of the United States Army during the Korean War. Following six years of faithful service, he was honorably discharged on September 15, 1954 with the rank of Sergeant First Class.
Prior to retiring, Mr. Miner had worked as a Technician at the Foxboro Co. He was a member of St. James Masonic Lodge and enjoyed reading, the great outdoors, which included gardening, and he treasured the times spent visiting with family and friends.
In addition to his beloved wife Carol, he is survived by his sister Beverly E. Lawler of Hawaii, as well as members of the Howard family.
At the family’s request, services and burial will be private. Visitation has also been omitted.
Those wishing may remember Alton with a donation in his memory made to Stewart Hospice, 275 Martine St., Fall River, MA 02720 or the New England Shelter for Homeless Veterans, 17 Court St., Boston, MA 02108.
Arrangements are under the care and direction of the Norton Memorial Funeral Home, 19 Clapp St., Norton.
To send the Miner family a message of condolence, please visit www.nortonmemorial.com