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John Stanton Obituary
JOHN M. STANTON
9/19/34 - 3/23/19
On March 23rd, John transitioned peacefully out of this world to be with the Lord.
Born to Rev. Walter and Mary Julia Stanton in Selma, CA.; he graduated high school in Sacramento and served 2 years in the Army in San Antonio, TX.
For 30 years he was a civil servant at the V.A. in Los Angeles, retiring in 1985.
He moved to Colorado in 1999, having many wonderful years watching his only grandchild, Taylor, grow up.
Preceded in death by his parents, daughter, Shelley, and sister, Judy.
John is survived by his wife, Barbara, children, Heather and Scott Stanton, sisters, Roberta Jackson, Sharon Baron and Leah Dukes, grandson, Taylor (Alli) Stanton, and many nieces and nephews.
John loved the Gazette, fond of reading obituaries, finding out about interesting people. He enjoyed the news and watching old movies.
He was easy-going and fun to be around, He had an awesome sense of humor, loved to laugh and gave great advice. He will be missed.
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Charlene
March 29, 2024
Hi my name is Charlene. I was very close friends with John´s daughter Heather I remember all the wonderful and good times we had together with Heather`s father going to shows and watching Heather`s father`s roommate Roy perform. I will never forget those times I am so sorry to hear about Mr. Stanton´s death. My heart goes out to Heather her and her family. I often visited with Heather and her father and all of the wonderful memories in my thoughts. God bless all of you Charlene.
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Michael Hiskey
April 2, 2019
My heart is sad I'll miss my friend of the funnieshe was a beautiful hearted person I never saw a frown on his face good bless
March 30, 2019
I am sorry for your loss. It is always hard to lose a loved one in death. Our heavenly Father is very aware and understands the pain you feel. He will give you comfort. (Psalms 86:6,7) Your family has my deepest sympathy.
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