once me and Eliza were face timing but she wasn't supposed to be on her iPad and when Mark came in the room she sat on her iPad to hide it when Mark asked if she was on her iPad she said no then he picked her up and grabbed the iPad and looked ant me then said "ally I hope you know she just sat on you" and we both started giggling.

One time, I had to say goodbye to a person not knowing when I would be with them again, was on June 5 2020, It was COVID, and I was sitting outside when I heard someone honk. I saw a car and I went to see who it was. It was my friend Eliza. Eliza and I met during hockey one day, and she was so nice. We made goody bags for the whole team so many times and she was one of the nicest people I knew. One day, she showed up to wish me a happy birthday even though she lived so far away, even though she didn't have to. No one else showed up that day. Everyone else forgot. Eliza gave me a little doughnut clay set That I loved, but I never opened. Then, on September 21st 2022 I was at hockey. On a different team than Eliza now. I was going to play Eliza that weekend. When I heard people whispering. I asked them what they were whispering about when they told me what happened. Eliza had passed away. I cried for the whole hockey practice, no matter what anyone said to me. It was so hard to cope with and I went through a phase where I did some stupid things because of grief. It was tough. But the even worse thing was that The last time I saw her was that time in my driveway, where she wished me happy birthday. I didn't even look back when she drove away. She probably doesn't even remember me. Still to this day, I have that little clay donut kit standing on my shelf. As a reminder that I still remember her. She was such a great person.

Dear Mr. Norton, Mrs. Norton, Jenna and Teddy , We all love Eliza. She was an amazing teammate, friend and person. She brought joy whenever I saw with her bright smile. We all loved her and I send my condolences to your family.

I think of Eliza every time I see a beautiful sunrise. She brought so much light to Claypit Hill and to those who knew her.  Eliza will always be loved and missed by all of us at Claypit Hill. Your family continues to be in my thoughts and prayers. 

Sending love and strength and remembering sweet Eliza today and every day. 🩵🧡🩵🧡

I miss Eliza very much!! She had the best competitive spirit, fun loving attitude, and was a great friend to all. Wish you Norton’s the best!! 💜 - Mae

My dear Mr and Mrs Norton , my name is Richard Papa , I live in Bedford Ma and I am the coach for the Wizards development team.  For the past few months I have seen an amazing jersey up on the wall with the a beautiful last name and the number 37.  I knew it was a tribute but I did not know for whom this amazing tribute was for .  I found out today it was for your daughter Eliza . Mr and Mrs Norton I can understand your grief , I lost my only child to cancer .He was 21 years old.   Grief does not go away nor does it ever need to .  You do not know me Mr and Mrs Norton , however anything you need anything .  Please know that I will Do what ever it takes to help as all of the community has , to help you cope with the loss of your amazing daughter Eliza.

May I offer my sincerest Condolences 

Richard Patrick Papa Jr 

#37 ECW Eliza power on the ice❣️ Grace’s helmet at Hamilton

Julie, Mark, Jenna & Teddy, 

There are no perfect words to say during this extremely difficult time! Sending lots of love and prayers to you & your family.  May you cherish all the amazing memories of Eliza.  Eventhough I did not know her, I can tell by her smile how much joy and happiness she brought to those she touched!  ❤️💗❤️

Dear Julie, Mark, Jenna, and Teddy,  Our love and thoughts are with you and your beautiful family during this traumatic time.  There is no doubt that Eliza touched all who knew her and will never be forgotten. Wishing you so much love, strength and our deepest condolences.

Though no words will heal your pain, I’m thinking of and praying for you guys during these unimaginable times. I hope that in time the powerful pain and grief will give way to loving memories of Eliza. 

Sweet Eliza in Second Grade. I will always cherish and be thankful for the time I got to spend with Eliza during her early years at Claypit Hill. She was a love and a light, and one of the hardest working students I have ever had. I will forever miss seeing her smile in the hallways, but she will forever be in my heart.