Frank Stanton

Frank Stanton Frank "Hike" Stanton, 85, of Petersburg, passed away on January 28, 2015, in Idalou, Texas. Memorial services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 31, 2015, at Petersburg First United Methodist Church with Rev. Doug Hinsley officiating. Services are under the personal care of Lemons Funeral Home of Plainview. Mr. Stanton was born on Aug. 10, 1929, to the late Frank and Belle (Smith) Stanton in Morton, Texas. He married June (Scarborough) on Oct. 26, 1947 in Petersburg, Texas. Frank spent his life on the farm growing cotton and raising cattle. When Frank was away from work he enjoyed golfing, fishing, but most of all he loved spending time with his family and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents and four brothers. Those left to cherish his memory are his wife June Stanton; one son Bill and wife Gail Stanton; one daughter, Donna and husband Doug Hollins; three grandchildren, Tyler and wife Allyson Stanton, Hunter and husband Jordan Roraus, Bailey Hollins; and one brother, Bobby Stanton. He was also blessed with two great-grandchildren. In lieu of flowers memorials are suggested to Alzheimer's Association, 3610 22nd St. #300 Lubbock, TX 79410, Gentiva Hospice, 1717 Norfolk Ave. Lubbock, TX 79416, or First United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 190, Petersburg, TX 79250. Online condolences may be made at www.lemonsfunerals.com.