Joseph Franklin Norford (Joe Frank Norford), 86, of Daytona Beach, FL (formerly of East Palatka, FL) peacefully went home to be with the Lord September 9, 2024, at UF Health Flagler Hospital in St. Augustine, FL.

The son of Amelia and Henry Norford Sr.

of East Palatka, FL. He lived in Daytona Beach, FL for over 50 years. Worked at different hotels in Daytona Beach, FL for nearly 50 years. He always loved his family, his music, and always had the most beautiful garden - that was his hobby.

"Joe" will  forever leaves behind a profound legacy of kindness, wisdom, unwavering faith & discipline. His contributions on this earth will be remembered for generations to come, and his impact on those who knew him well will forever be cherished

He leaves to mourn his death, his sisters Joan N. Meeks of Jacksonville, FL, Annie M. Brown of Palatka, FL, Thelma L. Hunter of East Palatka, FL, Catherine Banks of Greensboro, NC, brother Henry Norford Jr. of Palatka, FL, and a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins. His dear friends of Daytona Beach, FL - Brenda Poole and family and his neighbor of 40 years, Ruth Alphonse.
Thanks to Ponce Health Care Center, St. Augustine, FL for all your help and support.

Viewing & Visitation (Saturday) September 21st 11:00AM to 1:00PM at New Mt Zion Baptist Church, 2401 Lundy Rd Palatka, Florida Celebration Of Life will commence at 1:00PM at the church. Interment at Gilgal Cemetery, 111 Gilgal Road Hawthorne, FL, Pastor Jamaad C. Batts Sr, Officiating

Signature services are entrusted to:

D.A. Boyd & Sons Funeral Home,

924 Reid St Palatka FL