According to Ever Loved, Eliza Juliet Norton was a 10-year-old girl from Wayland, Massachusetts, who died on September 21, 2022. She was the beloved daughter of Julie and Mark Norton, and the sister of Jenna and Teddy Norton. She was also survived by her grandparents, uncles, aunt, and many friends. She was described as a bright light, with a warm, effervescent spirit, who exuded love and empathy. She had a sharp sense of humor, a fierce competitive spirit, a boundless energy, and exceptional cuddles. She loved skating, swimming, and spending time at the beach with her family.
According to Framingham Source, Eliza’s visitation was held on September 28, 2022, and her funeral mass was held on September 29, 2022, at St. Ann Church in Wayland. The funeral mass was livestreamed on the Good Shepherd Wayland website. In lieu of flowers, the family requested donations to The Eliza Juliet Norton Memorial Foundation, which had a goal of raising $150,000.
According to SNBC13, Eliza passed away as a result of injuries sustained in an automobile accident near Claypit Hill School in Wayland. The accident occurred on September 21, 2022, around 7:30 a.m., when a car driven by a 16-year-old student collided with a car driven by Eliza’s mother, who was taking her to school. Eliza was rushed to Boston Children’s Hospital, where she succumbed to her injuries. The cause of the accident was not determined at the time of the report, and an investigation was ongoing. Neither excessive speed, alcohol, nor drugs were believed to be factors in the accident.
