Robert Arthur "Sonny" Stinson

- - September 19, 1933 - June 30, 2019

Sonny was preceded in death by his mother, Catherine Vaughan Stinson, and his father, Robert James "Boots" Stinson. He is survived by his wife, Betty Windham Stinson, and his brother Tommy Grey Stinson (Margaret). Sons Robert Grey Stinson (Kim), Blake Windham Stinson (Kak), and daughter Janet Stevens Willis (David). Two granddaughters, Jennifer Grey Stinson and Grace Willis. Five step-grandchildren, Lauren Osborne Ray (Sam), Michael Osborne, Katie Flurry (Clayton), David Nelson (Karen), and Benjamin Nelson. Five step-great grandchildren, Brennan, Jack, and Luke Flurry, Cameron Nelson, and Rowan Ray. A host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives that were extra special to him. Sonny was also loved by many close friends and neighbors.

Following a year at GA Tech, graduation from LSU, and his service in the U.S. Air Force, Sonny returned home to Gilliam, LA where he took over the family farm and other responsibilities. His brother, Tommy, later joined him in farming, raising cattle, co-owning Gilliam Service & Supply and operating a small oil and gas business. He served on the board of Louisiana Land Bank for over forty-five years and was active in other agricultural groups. He loved his local community and his church where he taught Sunday-School, led the youth group, and helped in any way he could. He enjoyed golf, tennis, and especially hunting in the hill country of TX and in Wyoming. Gilliam was always home until moving to The Oaks of Louisiana in September of 2017.

A time of celebration and remembrance will be held at 10:30AM, Saturday, July 6, 2019 at Gilliam United Methodist Church in Gilliam, LA.

Sonny will be greatly missed by all. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Saint Jude's, Gilliam United Methodist Church or Franklin Graham Ministries.

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Published by Shreveport Times on Jul. 4, 2019.

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Gail Goolsby

July 8, 2019

I am so sorry for your loss and know he will be missed. I am happy I had the chance to meet him.

The Oaks of Louisiana Administration and Staff

July 8, 2019

We are saddened to lose a member of our Oaks of Louisiana family and hope that the memories of love and laughter shared bring you peace. While there are no words to ease the loss you bear, we send our sincere thoughts and prayers to your family.

Tanne Wagner

July 6, 2019

My thoughts and prayers are with the family and I will always love Sonny and family. Tanne

July 5, 2019

To the Stinson Family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss of Mr. Sonny. Such a kind and jolly man. I was imprinted with the Stinson family kindness many years ago, when his Mother, Mrs. Catherine was my 2nd grade teacher at Belcher Elementary. I never forgot her, nor others in Belcher and Gillam, since so many were such good people. I still have family in Caddo parish that he touched more recently. A number of my family members have worked at Gilliam Service and Supply even to this day. I saw him there on holidays where we would visit. He was very good to my loved ones. What a kind soul. Sincere thought for all of you. Judy Stanley, Folsom, La.

July 5, 2019

To Mrs. Stinson, Grey, Blake, Tommy, and other family members, I offer my condolences and sincere sympathy for the loss of your husband, father, and brother, Mr. Stinson. May your fond memories assuage his passing. Craig Windham

Cathy

July 4, 2019

Grey, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad! Praying for God's peace and comfort for your family in the days ahead!

July 4, 2019

Mr. Sonny brightened many of my mornings laughing and joking at the supply store! Awesome man...great memories! He is missed! Sorry for your loss! Herman Mitchell

`For the Commanders, Carroll R. Michaud

July 4, 2019

The Final Salute

Brothers and Sisters-in-Arms, Military men and women down through the centuries, have traditionally exchanged Hand Salutes as a sign of recognition and as a way to render courtesy and respect one to another.

This Hand Salute is the last that we shall render to Robert Arthur (Sonny) Stinson our Brother-in-Arms. To his family it symbolizes the love and respect that we have for Sonny. To Sonny it is rendered as a symbol of honor and gratitude to thank him for the devoted and selfless service he rendered to his country while serving in the U.S. Air Force. Sonny, we commend you for your honorable military service. You are a true patriot, who served with honor and distinction. You upheld the finest qualities of an American patriot warrior: courage, commitment, generosity, sacrifice, love and devotion to family and country. You were a true friend. We bid you a sad farewell. You will be dearly missed from among our ranks. Be at Ease. Rest in Peace.

On behalf of the 781 military veteran Legionnaires of Lowe-McFarlane Post 14 of the American Legion and the 177 veterans of VFW Post 2238 in Shreveport, Louisiana, we extend our sympathies and our condolences to Sonny's family and loved ones.

Dennis Engdahl, Commander, American Legion Post 14
5315 South Lakeshore Drive, Shreveport, LA 71109

Ranny Griffin, Commander, VFW Post 2238
1245 Gary Street, Shreveport, LA 71101

Sally and Bill Terry

July 3, 2019

We will always have wonderful memories of Sonny, especially his good humor and laughs, and we send him off with love and affection. He was a great guy!

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