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Stephen F. Barton

Kalamazoo, Michigan

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BARTON, LT. COL., STEPHEN F. Of Portage

Passed away Friday morning, May 4, 2012. Stephen was born July 6, 1925 in Beaver, Utah the son of the late Stephen and Lelia (Farnsworth) Barton. He went into the U.S. Marine Corps in 1943; and in 1950 joined the U.S. Army and decided to make...

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My first recollection of Uncle Steve was an Easter reunion when I was 8-9. ALL the cousins were in Falls City. I remember Uncle Steve & his family of giants. Their leader, was grand in stature & over time I learned, grand in spirit. He was talented & limitless, everything from making clothes, reupholstering furniture to building projects. Ingenuity & ability that lives on through his offspring. He inspired us all.

He bestowed wisdom & dignity in conversation. His poignant...

Our deepest sympathies to your family; he truly was part of our greatest generation; serving in the Pacific and at Iwo Jima during WWII, as well as serving in Korea and Vietnam. What a great legacy!

I offer my deepest sympathy to the whole family. I have the greatest memories of Steve singing in my mom and dads' kitchen....what a crooner...he will be missed. Please kiss Aunt Sarah for me and to each of you...A Huge Hug from the heart.

We extend our empathy to you all in these times of our familial losses. We know that the Barton family and the Bennett family that are our Mothers, Fathers, Aunts and Uncles come from a great generation. Knowing their character and the sacrifices they made, is how we know they come from one of the greatest generations. This is why Steve Barton will be honored in our thoughts and prayers.
From: The Marjorie Lyons Family.

Stephen and Sarah Barton