Washington, District of Columbia
Apr 28, 1929 – Oct 8, 2019 (Age 90)
Sterling Don Colton, age 90, a longtime resident of Bethesda, Maryland, passed away on October 8, 2019, due to causes related to Parkinson's Disease and age. His thoughtful and wise counsel was appreciated by all he met. His individual ministering was where he found his greatest joy, where his...
Read MoreSterling Colton married me and my late wife Sharon in Chevy Chase, MD. I have often thought back to his words of wisdom that were delivered with such a graceful, cheerful, intellect.
Jeffrey and Sharon Crayton
March 23, 2025 | Friend
I played tennis with him on occasion. Once I hit an overhead smash and accidentally hit it in his direction. The ball bounced once and then came right up and hit him in the chest. I quickly apologized and asked him if he was OK. He said, yes, it's just that my pride is hurt a little bit! I loved this guy. He gave two of my children their patriarchal blessings. His family motto, Keep the Commandments, is spot on. He left a wonderful legacy!
Alan Cook
November 12, 2019 | North Bethesda, MD
A wonderful man and a wonderful neighbor.
A wonderful man and a special neighbor! Tom Cookerly
October 24, 2019
I will miss you President Colton...thank you for being a great mentor to me throughout my life.
Justin Roderick
Justin Roderick
October 22, 2019 | Alexandria, VA
My deepest sympathy to the family of Sterling Don Colton. May you be comforted in knowing that our Heavenly Father cares for you. He will give you strength and courage to cope with your grief. Psalm 94:17-19
N. S.
October 21, 2019
