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BREINIGSVILLE - Joseph P. Stanton Jr., 78, of Breinigsville, passed away Monday, Aug. 17, 2020, at Lehigh Valley Hospice. He was the husband of Sandra (Binder) Stanton.
He was born in Sunbury, a son of the late Joseph P. Sr., and Mary (Keihm) Stanton.
He was a construction project manager before retiring.
He was a member of Emmaus Lions Club and a recipient of the Melvin Jones Fellowship Award.
Joseph proudly served in the U.S. Navy.
Survivors included his wife, Sandra; a son, Joseph P. Stanton III and his wife, Jennifer; a daughter, Lisa Lightner and her husband, Dan; three grandchildren; a stepson, Andy Samuels; a stepdaughter, Cynthia Samuels Venkler and her husband, Danny; and two stepgrandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his first wife and mother of his children, Marie (Dauksha) Stanton; and a granddaughter, Mary Stanton.
STANTON - Joseph P. Stanton Jr., 78, of Breinigsville. Calling hours will be held from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday at Schmoyer Funeral Home, 8926 Brookdale Road, Breinigsville. A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at Mount Carmel Cemetery, 2320 Locust Gap Highway, Mount Carmel. In lieu of flowers, a donation in Joseph's memory may be made to Devereux Cares PTO, 600 Boot Road, Downingtown 19335.
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Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Stanton
Cynthia Ives
August 19, 2020
I am so sorry to hear of Joe's passing. I knew him through the Emmaus Lions Club. He was a gentleman and will be sorely missed. Sincere prayers to the family.
Karen Wenz Rabenold
August 18, 2020
Sandy and family
We are so sad to learn of your great loss. Joe will be missed by many friends and family members. Sorry we will not be able to attend his memorial service but our thoughts and prayers will be with you. With our love and deepest sympathy Karen and Clark Rabenold
Joe & Charlotte
August 18, 2020
Joe and his family go back many, many years. From tent camping, RV camping & vacations in the U.S. and Canada. Fishing, Hunting, The Bell Telephone group of friends celebrating Holloween , Christmas, Super/Bowl parties and other get to-gethers to numerous to mention. We did it all in those days and now we have sweet memories of what was. Rest in the Peace Of The Lord my dear friend.
Dotty Ford
August 18, 2020
I remember visiting Joe's mother and grandmother (Hattie Keihm) in their apartment on 2nd and Vine Sts. in Mt. Carmel. My grandmother (Hettie Delcamp) and I would visit. I know that Joe was the apple of his mother's eye.
kathy slane
August 18, 2020
Dear Sandy, Cyndi and family, sending prayers and hugs for your loss.
Sincerely
Kathy Slane
Tami Cohen
August 18, 2020
Sandra, Cyndi, and family - I am so sorry for your loss. My heart is with you.
Carol Derr & Francis Gross Jr.
August 18, 2020
Sandy and your family,
So very sorry to hear of Joes passing. He will be missed by us. Always a great conversation when we got to see each other .Always loved his stories.. He is in a better place although we know how hard it is to give him up. Thoughts & prayers are with you & your family. If need anything let us know.
August 18, 2020
Thank you for your service to our country. Rest In Peace.
Oliver
August 17, 2020
Pop Joe we will miss your smile, jokes, and stories. Rest In Peace as we shall never forget you.
USN Veteran
August 17, 2020
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