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for Timothy Stanton
Sandra Bannister
June 7, 2024
Tim was a one of a kind guy I'll always remember. Feel lucky for the experience of knowing him!!!
Sandra Bannister
March 17, 2023
Tim, I'm adding your name to be included on the Texas Memorial Hall of Fame for Music
John Somma
March 3, 2022
Your spirit lives on...
Sandra Wiley
May 31, 2021
I still think about you all the time. When I talk about you to my husband and kids it hurts that they will never know what it means to know you. But I do what I can to let who I remember you as to shine through me and show them who you are that way. I dream about the day I will get to see you again, I love you.
Alice Ketchum
April 29, 2021
Tim Stanton and I met the winter of 1987. It was the B93 1st client party. We were the new kids in town. The party was an introduction to Austin.
Tim was invited, as he was a top commercial audio studio. And a successful one, at that!
He walked in on the arm of my General Sales Manager.
That's just one memory of Tim Stanton.
He was good to everyone, but himself.
Eric, he loved you. So very proud of you. I know you loved him just as much!
And I love both of you.
Tim, serenity at last.
Constance Bohannon
June 1, 2019
Jeff an I went to visit Tim during out last visit to Ottawa......we searched until we found him. He meant a lot to Jeff Bohannon.
Sondra Wiley
July 5, 2013
My Dear Bonehead,
I'm thinking about you today. The first thoughts that come to my mind every time I think of you is how you always motivated me, encouraged me, loved me, and how you would make me pull out the dictionary for every word I asked a definition for. Thanks by the way. It used to annoy me but now I like to do it. Also, no double negatives or bad grammer of any kind. So sorry if there's a few words in here that would make you want to hit me with the dictionary. Then there is Zilker Park, Auggie Doggie, snapping turtles, nights downtown with you and Aunt Steffanie, helicopter rides, and Jethro Tull.
What makes me remember you most is how you believed in being yourself. I believe most of my outgoing personality came from you, to put myself in social situations that seem scary but instead put an end to me being shy. Anytime I feel that I am losing my real self to the worlds standards of how people should be, I remember you and my spirit is encouraged to be more alive and loving. To love unconditionally and have fun. You made such an amazing impact in my life. Now you are " rockin with the best of em." Love you Uncle Timmy. Mwah.
March 3, 2013
How much I miss having you in my life. Although I know you will be again, it's still hard not having you here now to this day! As time goes by, the tears are fewer, the heartache not so bad, but the memories still swarm my thoughts from time to time and along with the sadness I also feel great joy knowing you are safe in the arms of our Creator. Also, you get to hang out with Poppy now too. Tell him how much I miss and love him.
I love and miss you my Timmy. Happy Birthday.
Forever, Your Goose
Liz Patranella
July 2, 2012
It's hard to believe how long it has been since I last saw your smiling face. Everytime I see or wear the Beatles T-shirt you gave me, you come into my thoughts. I think of you so many other times, too. Whenever I think of Chicago ... or think of recording something ... or listen to my demo tape you made for me (yep, I'm still using it, my friend, because there's no one here to make one any better!). Ours was a special and unique relationship that no one else could ever understand. I miss you and will never forget all the beautiful times we had in all your recording studios! I love you still, my friend. Liz
Leslie Alexander
July 1, 2012
Miss you so much, my friend. Did you even know how many lives you touched? Hopefully it makes you smile! Can't wait to see you again.
"Les"
June 3, 2011
Spanks for the memories. Dudeorino-still think of you most every day. YOur friends and family continue to miss you.
Boy, we did have fun
steveo
Nichole Powell
June 2, 2011
I would like to note that my sisters and I had a tough childhood and if it wasn't for Timmy it would have been even tougher. Timmy was always there for us. I'm sad that he passed away before he could see my sisters and I overcome our hardships to become the women we are today. Timmy always had faith in us and encouraged us to believe in ourselves.
June 2, 2011
My Timmy,
How I miss you still and always will. Three years ago today many people who loved you lost their father, uncle, and best friend. Knowing though that we will all see you again is what provides me comfort and happiness. We haven't lost you, Heaven just got another beautiful soul back.
You still are the best friend I could have ever asked for and look forward to the day of getting to greet you again to say "hello, my hongins, Goose here". What a moment that will be.
Love you my Timmy.
Your forever Goose.
Steffanie Powell
March 3, 2011
My Dearest Timmy,
Today - March 3, would have been your 60th birthday. I can only imagine the plans we would have had for you today. The roast of all roasts!!!
You are heavy on my heart and my thoughts today love. We had a moment that will last beyond a lifetime. I will always think of you...now and forever.
Celebrating with "sketts" tomorrow at Kevin's house (our old Riverlawn house)The girls will all be there, Kelle, Poppy, Steve W. and a few more.
We will all be thinking of you honey.
Happy Birthday Hongins.
Alway my love,
Your Goose.
steve wuertz
July 29, 2010
Timmy-i was catching a show last week-and thought of you. You would have enjoyed this guy, Ray Bonneville-Ray was introducing this song with this story..
"a couple of yours ago, a good friend of mine-someone who'd i'd grown up with passed away. I wrote this song with him in mind so that everytime I sing it, that I;d think of him again"
I have been meaning to touch base-miss you a lot today buddy.
Steve-o
Nichole Powell
June 17, 2010
Tim. Two years have passed since we were separated from you. I reminisce on the fond memories we have at the old house on Bowling Green Drive. A time not long ago.. or forgotten. Till this day it's hard to imagine driving down that street and not seeing Auggie or your red car in the driveway. Tears come to my eyes as I wish I could go back there just one more time.
Steffanie Powell
June 5, 2010
My Dearest Timmy,
I wrote to you on Tuesday and for some reason it was not submitted. Was I quoting song lyrics again??
I miss you everyday and try to remember that I will see you again. I am so sorry we didn't have more years together on this earth, but know that we have an eternity after this world is gone.
Kal Bob and I made your "skets" and people came over to enjoy. It was like old times.
I love and miss you honey. You are forever in my heart.
Yours forever,
Goose
Leslie Alexander
June 2, 2010
Tim, "My Friend"
I miss you and love you. It comforts me to know that wild horses could not drag you away from the beautiful place you have "relocated" to.
To Tim's beloved son, Eric....it is so important that you use the pain of losing your Pops to propel you forward rather than pull you down with grief or depression. He loved you so much and was the proudest Pop ever! Onward my man...with intent focus on the good memories.
Goose and "the girls", may God's Word give you comfort as you miss your Timmy. Sometimes, it helps to think about his passing as a short separation instead of a great loss.
Love You Tim!
Leslie
Nichole Powell
June 2, 2010
TIm-never a day goes by that you are not in our hearts and in our memories. We miss you so deeply.
Love
Nichole
Steffanie Powell
March 3, 2010
My Timmy...oh hap hap birthday! I miss you everyday and always will. You now and forever will be in my heart. You would have been 59 years old today...we will celebrate again my love.
I love you.
Your forever, Goose.
Happy Birthday!
February 20, 2010
Stephanie ,
I have been listing t Tull....
Tim is so close;in the room....
One white duck on my wall....Love never dies....He loved You most and best....
ALWAYS,NORA X
Eric Arroyo
November 20, 2009
Hey Pappy,
Thought about you today and thought of the Ian Ashbury message I left you one day with your Son. Every time I hear the song I think of you and the good times we had hanging out together at holiday parties and events at Eric' and Carey's. KJ and I sure had some good laughs with you and we miss you today. I sure hope you know how much we care for your family and know that you will never be forgotten!
Best,
Eric and Kyryn
June 9, 2009
Timmy,
Dude-missing you-today and always. I called Eric and Steph on the anniversary of your passing. Each of us had been doing spaghetti in the last week in memory of you.
god bless you for being a friend--not a day goes by that I dont think of you. Wishing you could hear some of the stuff I just found on line. Imagine having the multi track masters to Sgt. Pepper. dude! -i have them!!. gee-i'd love nothing better than bringing them over to your house--and reveling in listening to this time and time again. we'd both be like kids all over again.
just wanted to stop and say hi timmy-thinking of you-I promise to try to be better about dropping you a note--next up should be my discourse on the subject title "Stanton Speak" wherein I try to plumb the depths of Stanton Speak....or perhaps I should call it Spanky Speak.
it'll be a hoot-even if you're not in the game anymore-ooee! a slam--and i know you'd find that one funny-
well miss you buddy and miss cutting up with you.
Peace and chat at you later. Write when you find work as they say......:)
Cole and Jordan, Your Grandkidsodops
Eric Stanton
June 2, 2009
Pops,
A year ago today we lost you. Some folks say that you've just moved on to a better place or that you're still with us in spirit. I believe both of those are true, but at the same time I still struggle with the fact that I can't call you or come visit or send you a picture from my phone, as I do for mom and Carey's parents. To this day I still think I should be adding you to the list as well.
Baby Jordan is doing great! She is now 4 months old and has the most precious smile. She's going to crush those boys one day! Cole is absolutely amazing. He's growing up so fast. I know it sounds cliche but it's so true. He's walking, talking, laughing and already has the Stanton jokester gene in full force!
I started my own business a month after you passed away and am proud to say it's gone quite well. I work from my home office and the beautiful part about it is that I get to spend every day with my family. I've swapped the Cowboys tickets and the P-Car for more time with them.
Many other things have happened in the last few months alone...we SOLD the damn house in California just six days shy of two years on the market, I moved the remainder of your personal belongings you left me to AZ, the mineral rights transfer is almost complete and shall remain a part of the Stanton legacy, we're investing in more life insurance to protect our family, Jordan was baptized last weekend with the entire Croft family at her side (Taft & Lai too), I've grown closer to God, my patience has improved (yet still has a long way to go), I listen more and speak less & I am getting a whole lot better at prioritizing these days.
I finally feel I have a better understanding of death and the absolute finality of it all, how much it hurts and how long it lasts. As a result, I refuse to let the smaller things eat at me as much. Mortality applies to everything and strikes quickly and fiercely. Memories are wonderful but there's no substitute for the real thing. You don't get another day back with your father.
I've kissed both kids for you today and told them you love them. I miss you with all of my heart and hope you'll keep watching over us. This first year without you has been full of first anniversaries which have all stung pretty badly. My fear is that as the sting begins to fade, I am losing more and more of you. Keep that light on bright and we'll keep listening. I love you, Pops!!!
Your Son,
Sonadops
P.S. Skets is on the menu tonight in your honour.
Your Goose releasing a dove to you.
Steffanie Powell
June 2, 2009
To My Love, My Timmy.
On this one year anniversary of you leaving us to go home to heaven, there is nothing more I can say than I love you, I miss you, and I will always cherish that I got to know one of the best people of my life - the love of my life. There will be others, but you will hold a special place in my heart that no one will ever replace.
As this year has progressed, I have grown to love again, live again and have comfort in knowing I will see you again. Some days were especially hard and I felt I couldn’t go on, but you touched me on the shoulder, whispered in my ear - I love you Goose, it’s all going to be alright. I knew it was you and I knew I had to move forward. Now the days are getting to where instead of dwelling on the sadness, I am dreaming and thinking of all the happy moments. I’m always thinking of you my love and always will.
Following is a letter Sister Kellogg sent a few weeks after you died addressed from you to me. I was having a hard day and she sent this knowing that you always would say to me “qui qui que qua” (Goose speak, aka Stanton speak) whenever I would be upset. I have had it up on your bulletin board in my office and read when I need to hear you. I would like to share the letter:
Qui Qui Que Qua-
I'm in a good place Goose. Better than I ever could have imagined.
You are my one and only Goose. We were soulmates from the start and always will be. Neither of us could have known that the day we met would be such a fateful and life changing moment and the beginning of a never-ending adventure together. We've only just begun Goose.
I know you are missing me. I miss you too, but it's not like sadness here. I can't explain it, but things here are eternal and there is no sadness. I want you to live with that perspective in mind and do all the good that you can while we are apart. Live for me, Goose. We'll be together again soon doing all the things we love to do and were made to do and more, as I am doing now.
There is Someone here I can't wait for you to meet face to face. I never realized how much he loved me. I never knew I could love or be loved like this. I am with Him all the time and I can't tell you how wonderful it is. He is my best friend (besides you). He's so much more than I ever could have hoped for.
And then there's our family. So many people Goose. It will take forever to meet them all. Your Mom is here with me and we are always together. Also your grandparents and relatives going all the way back to the beginning. I can't begin to name them all. We are all rooting for you. Be strong Goose and we will be together again when the time comes.
Thanks for taking such good care of me Goose. No one else in the world was made for this task but you. He knew we were going to need each other. Of course we hurt each other as all people do, but that never diminished our love for one another. He has forgiven us for all the hurt and we have to forgive each other and ourselves as well. I love you just the way you are. You were the best friend I ever could have asked for and I am so thankful that I had you in my life and will have you again forever and ever.
Until then my dearest love and friend,
Your Timmy
This was sent to me by my sister from you to me. I’ll cherish this letter forever.
We are making “skets” tomorrow night for you hongin's. The girls will be here and whoever can come. We will be CELEBRATING YOU my love!
This is your forever Goose signing off for now. Until next time Hongin’s, see ya at the Grand Canyon.
If I could play a song for you now it would be the Beatles “In My Life”……I loved you more.
Forever and ever, my love.
Eternally,
Goose
Steffanie Powell
May 2, 2009
My Dearest Timmy,
We had the most beautiful Dove Release a couple of weeks back and I sent one for you. Said a prayer to God and you before letting it fly away back to it's home. Smart little birds.
I'm thinking of you everyday as if it were still only yesterday that I held your hand. They say it gets easier with time, but that's not always the case, it's just not as hard I guess.
I still miss being able to call on you when I'm needing my best friend....and I've needed you lately. I just pray and know that God is hearing me and sending my messages on to you. I know you can hear me. I can hear you too :))
Have wanted to make our trip to the Grand Canyon that we never got to go on sometime in June - also to see Sonadops and your grand babies. Still working on it and if I'm not there, I'll imagine us there together.
It's eleven months today, my love. I still miss you and love you with all my heart.
Your forever, Goose
Steffanie Powell
April 2, 2009
Ten months today....woke up at 4:35 am. It's raining and thundering - how perfect! You still amaze me. Carly is sitting at my computer, in my way - as always. I know she knows I'm writing to you. She misses you too!
With all of the changes in my life as of late….you are still my ‘touch-stone’. You are never far away from me. You are always in my dreams. Sometimes I close my eyes and imagine you there, standing in front of me – saying “Goose, ‘qui qui que qua’, Baby It’s a New Day - It’s all going to be okay.” I know this – just wish you were really here. Somedays, I need you more than life itself. I can FEEL you…I know you are here, I know you are still here with me…just wish I could touch you one more time and tell you I’m sorry for all of the things…..
"My Love For You Is So Empowering , I'm Afraid I May Disappear, You Know the Nearer Your Destination...The More You're Slip Sliding Away - God Only Knows, God makes his Plans...You know the song...
You catch my tears as they fall, it’s like you never left at all. We are high above it all. Hold me close, don’t ever let me go. It’s just another mile down the road. I can’t wait to see you again, my love….
My one and only true...
I still miss you as if it were only yesterday.
Until next time, My Timmy.
I Love You!
Your Goose.
Kelle Kurtz
March 6, 2009
Happy Birthday Timogg-My first thoughts as I woke up on Tuesday were of you. I really miss my Timogg, especially during our b-day weeks - Mine, Yours and Thom's. You're still our middle-man. I'll never celebrate my b-day without celebrating yours as well.
Until we celebrate on the other side, Kellogg
P.S. Aren't you proud of your Goose?
Nichole POWELL
March 5, 2009
Timmy- I regret to say that I was sick and not able to attend the diner at Chinatown. But all the other boneheads were there. The girls have grown up to be such lovely ladies, I know you would be proud of them. They have stuck to their promises and i will make sure they continue to do so. It's not the same without you and your void will never be replaced. Where ever our lives take us, you are there. We will always celebrate you Timmy. You were there to celebrate so many of my Birthdays with me-they were the best!
I Love you
Nikki
Sondra Powell
March 4, 2009
Uncle Tim,
I miss you so much. Things arent the same without you. When we went to Chinatown, all I could think about was you and wondering what you would be saying if you were there. I've always looked up to you and always will. You inspire me to be myself.There will never be anyone like you. You were definantly one of a kind and I'm proud to say Tim Stantons' my Uncle. I just wish I could hug you one more time. I Love you Uncle Bonehead.
nora hollin
March 3, 2009
Happy Birthday dear Tim....
It is a beautiful bright day -I am so very grateful that you were born ...
What a gift you are to me...
I shall be celebrating with You to day in spirit...I feel Your presence very strongly-as I watch birds soar across the bright March sky-I realise how free and boundless your soul is..I love you my friend...nora
John Connor
March 3, 2009
Hey Tim,
Happy Birthday! Stephanie emailed me about this way to celebrate with you, and I'm glad she did. Below she made a reference to Carole King, and the lyric I thought of was "So far away... it would be so fine to see your face at my door." It was actually my face at your door for almost 3 years, talking music and sharing a prayer. You never self-edited your conversation because I'm a chaplain, and I'm glad of it. I got to know the real Tim, and you shared your heart with me in such a courageous and open way. It was an honor to be your chaplain, and to be your friend. Now, if there's some divine version of Dr. Pepper, go have one, brother!
love,
John
Liz Patranella
March 3, 2009
Tim,
You say it's your birthday?! And, I know you would recognize the lyric. I was in an audio session today and, as always when I am doing anything connected with audio production, I was thinking of you and remembering that it was your birthday...and how appropriate for me to be recording on this day. We were at Eric Pauls' house and there was a garbage truck outside. The noise was seeping through to the mike, so we were waiting for it to move away. I told these guys it reminded me of when you had your studio near the railroad tracks. Eric said he remembered that...ah, the good old days. I think about you often and miss your sweet voice. I miss the way we supported each other through rough times. I miss being able to call on you when I needed somebody who knew what he was doing behind that board! I guess you made it...you fulfilled the motto (who said it first...James Dean comes to mind)...Live Hard, Die Young and Leave a Beautiful Memory. I'll cherish mine of you! Happy Birthday, my friend.
Jimi Davis
March 3, 2009
Can't believe its been a year since we had a long conversation together. I miss you dearly my dear old friend. Sometimes I stare off in to the clouds and swear I hear you laughing I'm sure it is you hope so because it make me smile. Just a minute to wish you Happy Birthday wish I was going to Chinatown tonight but sorry can't make it. I might go to our Chinatown here in Omaha it won't be the same. I love and miss you very much and think of you often. Just remember( Life Is A Long Song) Love your soul mate Jimi
Eric Stanton
March 3, 2009
Pops,
Happy Birthday! Cole will be 18 months next week and baby Jordan is 6 weeks on Friday! They are the most amazing kids in the world. You'd be a proud grandfather for sure. I miss you dearly and think about you every day. Today is particularly difficult to not be able to pick and the phone and simply wish you a happy birthday. It's the smaller things that we miss about you...the jokes, the Stanton-speak, skets - just to name a few. It's very easy to get caught up with things that really don't mean much but now that I am a father myself, I cherish the small things. On Sunday, Cole had his first pony ride and just yesterday, JAS slept on my chest for a 2 hour nap.
I've learned that life truly is about living in the moment. I'm a newfound fan of the Showtime series Californication. You'd love it! It's a dark comedy about drugs, sex and rock and roll, not to mention careers and family all wrapped in to a thirty minute package delivered once a week. The lead character, Hank Moody, a charismatic, self-loathing & often cynical cat, summed it all up nicely at the end of this past season, "There is no life without love, not worth having anyway."
I love you and miss you Pops.
Your son,
Eric
Jack Yoder
March 3, 2009
Happy Birthday, my friend!
Wish I could make the birthday party today.
Just know I have always loved you as my "brother". We had some good times, didn't we?
You were so lucky and blessed to have Goose in your life.
Love you, Tim.
Steffanie Powell
March 3, 2009
Happy Birthday My Love!
A little something I wrote in a birthday card I gave you in 1994 that I recently found.....
"Say that the sense of feeling were bereft me, And that I could not see, nor hear, nor touch, And nothing but the very smell were left me, Yet would my love to thee be still as much."
Missing you today and always.
Hap, Hap, Birthday Hongins!
Forever,
Goose
Nichole POWELL
March 3, 2009
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TIMMY!!!!
LOVE YOU :)
NIKKI
Steffanie Powell
March 2, 2009
My Dearest Timmy,
It’s been nine months today and it still is seems like only minutes sometimes since I last saw you. Your birthday is tomorrow and I’m reflecting on last year when I woke you up that morning with your presents right there to see as you opened your eyes. You weren’t quite awake yet, but opened them, said thank you Goose, and then you went back to sleep. So I left to get some work done and said I’d see you in a little while and that we’d go do something fun later and for you to keep resting. A couple of hours later when you woke up, you called me and said “Goose! Thank you so much! I didn’t realize until now all of the cool stuff you got me” Well, it was just kitchen stuff and a neat fruit bowl, but as far as guys go, you were so easy to buy for. You liked stuff for the house and clothes, now how many guys love presents like that? Just one of the many reasons I love you. We never did go out that night because you weren’t feeling good. I wasn’t consciously aware honey how you had started not feeling very well all the time by then. I guess I was thinking it was a phase. Maybe I did notice but didn’t want to admit it to myself. You always wanted to go out on your birthday and that night just wanted to sleep. Why didn’t I see this I keep asking myself. I wish I would have known that that was the last birthday here on earth I’d spend with you. I miss you so much.
Your Goose, Sister Kellogg, Thom, Sean, Julia, Nichole, Wayne, Sebastian, Dawn, George, Little George, Sondra, Brother Kal, and Poppy are going to Chinatown for you tomorrow, honey. I know I’ll have you with me. My heart will be heavy with thoughts of birthdays past. We’re going to keep it pretty tame though – my how times have changed.
I’m learning to live without you - I’m having happier days, but you’re still forever and always in my thoughts and heart all day everyday.
Be looking for balloons coming your way tomorrow. We’ll all be sending you a message my love.
I love you!
Forever, Goose
Nichol Powell
February 17, 2009
Timmy,
I can feel your light shining down to brighten the way for me and my family all the time.
Love you always!
Nikki
P.S.-Thank you for the flowers :)-
Steffanie Powell
February 2, 2009
My Dearest Timmy,
The first of this New Year has been eventful. You had a granddaughter named Jordan with dark hair and lots of it! She was born January 23 - Eric and Debbie have sent pictures and she’s adorable.
We have a new president. It was a huge and historical event. I know you would have been exited. I remember us filling out your new registration card so you could vote. I sat with your picture in my lap while he was being inaugurated so we were watching it together. I really had no one else to share the moment with and was happy to feel you here with me.
Everyone has moved on with their lives and seem happy. I am trying my dear, but miss you still everyday. All of the things I complained about (needing more time to myself, etc…) I’d take it all back just to have my best friend and partner here to share my day with. I need to let you go but at the same time I don’t want to. You are the most special person of my life and I don’t think I’ll ever find a replacement. But for you, I will keep pushing forward as I feel you telling me to do. And again, that it’s all going to be all right, Goose! I’m listening. I just know how happy you are now and that gives me comfort too.
Heard an old song the other day by Carol King – someone you actually met one time a while back here in Austin. The lyrics made me think of you, as do so many of our old favorites. The song - Now and Forever.
All my love, my love…
Goose
Steffanie Powell
January 2, 2009
My Dearest Timmy,
It’s a New Year and Christmas has come and gone. Not as hard as I had thought, but not easy none the same. I did the Christmas tree this year with just our ornaments on it and it is beautiful. Bought a new ornament (as we did each year) by Willow Tree and it’s called “The Dancer” which was one of your favorite Tull songs to me - and one of mine. It looks perfect next to our first Santa ornament and they’ve turned looking at each other – didn’t plan it that way they just did it. I put a bowl of Bing cherries under the tree for you and we ate them all up. That’s the new tradition now. Sebastian wanted to eat them before everyone got here and I kept telling him they were Uncle Timmy’s and he had to wait – so he patiently did. I still have the bowl under the tree.
Visited family in OKC over Christmas that all new and loved you. I listened to your music on the CD’s Steve made for you on the drive all the way up and all the way back. It was great company for the long drive. He did a great job Hongin's.
I can still feel your presence everywhere and know that you’re happy and safe in God’s hands and land. We are all so lucky that we’ll get to see you again – I have no doubts about that and am thankful to Jesus for all he’s done.
I still miss you terribly, but I’m content in knowing you are still with us in heart and soul. To quote one of my favorite poems that suits us so well....
I CARRY YOUR HEART WITH ME (I CARRY IT IN MY HEART) I AM NEVER WITHOUT IT (ANYWHERE I GO YOU GO, MY DEAR;.....
All my love, my love.
Your Goose
steve wuertz
December 16, 2008
My dear Timmy,
so sorry pal that its taken me so long to write...I just didn't know where to start...and perhaps where to end. Your extended family is still together and I know that would comfort you. I called Steffie and Eric on the 6 month anniversary of your passing. There is not a single day that goes by that I fail to find the time to reflect on your being and your essence. So we each time our only unique ways to mourn your passing.
I try to keep up with Goose and look in on here. It was initially very very tough on her but I think she is starting to pick up and fly right again. I feel bad in that it does not look like i will finish the homemade train push cart I started for Cole in time for Christmas. Its probably a bit big for him this year but it should be right sized next year so I promise you pal to look after that grandson of yours.
I have the magnets I'd given you over the years up on my fridge so I see something of you several times daily. While shopping for Christmas the other day I recall the times we'd sneak out and go shopping for the girlfriends together---and then if we got them the same thing, we'd have to work out so the girls would not show up at a party wearing the same black leather coat. I can't pull up next to a 911 without grinning as I recall the crazy stunts we pulled that time we talked the Porsche salesman into letting us have a car for the afternoon. Actually, we talked him into a short ride and we stretched it out to a 3 hour spin in the hill country.
So buddy-I miss you . We had good times-many times. We keep the spirit alive with Spaghetti however I must admit the last batch I made was as much Chili as it was Spaghetti. good stuff-i know you would have appreciated it.
I'l write later. sorry again that it took me a while to get started--it was all pretty shocking --and a uncomfortable reminder on my own--and on all over our own mortality.
gotta came back again--just with a section on the special "Stanton speak" we all enjoyed over the years, " In the game," and all the other funny ways you had.
be at peace bro-
django
You poor old sod-you see it's only me and Ian Anderson would say.
Steffanie Powell
December 2, 2008
My Dearest Timmy,
I fervently searched my old emails looking for ones you may had sent to me or that I sent to you. I have come across a few and it’s as though you’re talking to me now as I read them. One of them dated April 12, 2006 reads - A prayer for Goose, “I pray you stay in peace, not in pieces” All My Love, Timmy. Well, I read that at just the right time and I can hear you telling me it’s all going to be all right. I know that, but sometimes I miss you so much that it’s hard to imagine. I miss all of the little things – knowing you were there for me no matter what encouraging me to never give up. The list could go forever as everyday there is something new I miss by not having you here.
It has been six months today that you left my world and it still seems like only yesterday. I made you a promise though and I am keeping it. I AM finding peace and just knowing that you are watching from above gives me the endurance and desire to move forward and find my way. I know you’re holding my hand as I go and that I am not alone. I know you are in good company in heaven - I can hear the cheering section. Thank you Lord.
Thanksgiving with everyone this year was joyful and yummy good. I remembered last year when you stayed home with the kitties while Kelle and I drove to OKC to see Aunt Donna Kay the day after Thanksgiving. While I was gone you made a big pot of beans with the left over ham (all by yourself) and they were delicious! You were so happy and proud about making them. I remember coming home with the fireplace burning to your big smile, warm hugs and your big pot of beans on the stove that smelled so good telling me “love you Goose, I sure missed you” Yes, it’s the little things darling I do miss so much.
I’ll be putting up the Christmas tree next week with our first ornament from almost 18 years ago going on first along with Grandma Courtney’s owl. It’s Christmas time, Hongins - our favorite time of year.
I will see you my love. I am at peace.
Thank you for the flowers ;-))
Yours forever, Goose.
Nichole Powell
November 25, 2008
Tim,
It seems like only yesterday the family was standing in Steffanie's kitchen saying a prayer before our Thanksgiving feast. As I prepare my plate this year I will think of you and how much you enjoyed the turkey and pie. I will say a prayer and know that you will be there as you have always been.
LOVE YOU SO
Nikki
Nichole Powell
November 6, 2008
Tim,
The holidays are coming soon and I can't imagine celebrating them without you, -it will be most difficult. I will forever cherish the memories we have from the holidays I was so lucky to spend with you. In my thoughts now and forever, love ya!
Steffanie Powell
November 2, 2008
My Dearest Timmy,
My birthday has come and gone and I missed your exited voice telling me “Hap hap birthday, Goose” at exactly 12:00am just so you could be the first to tell me – and you always were. Sister Kellogg was there and made it all okay and we were thinking of you and all of the things you used to do. We had our first family get together yesterday without you and had Poppy’s spaghetti which is pretty close to yours just a different version, but you know that. Our family has grown and they are all beautiful. We thought of you all day my love.
With each day that has passed since you leaving us 5 months ago there has not been a moment you were not in my thoughts. Forever my Timmy, you will be in my thoughts.
Until next time with all my love,
Your Goose.
Steffanie Powell
October 2, 2008
My Dearest Timmy,
Summer is coming to a close and it seems like a mere vapor of time since I last held your hand and told you how much I love you. I am learning to live life without you now-it is a day at a time. You are still in my thoughts from upon waking to slumber and even still in my dreams. These last several months have been filled with doubt, fear, worry and pain. But I now have a peace within me knowing that you have traveled far, have reached your destination, and are now home. In my heart I can hear you saying – I gotcha Goose, me and you live, everything’s gonna be all right. Thank you for your song my love.
Our tomato plants didn’t fair so well this year, but we did get a few good ones. I thought of you with every one. We would always get so exited when we’d get a good tomato (and our Bing Cherries) Our Morning Glories all of sudden started blooming like crazy a big beautiful display of blue. They remind me of you – a big, beautiful display of Gods beauty. Until next time my love….
Love you always,
Your Forever Goose.
Thom Kurtz
September 26, 2008
Reading these memories reminds me how Tim accepted Jesus as his Lord and Savior, and how I shared the privilege with others to spend time with him in prayer, bible study and morning devotion
time. Because Jesus is "the way and the truth and the life", and "no one comes to the Father except through me" (John 14:6), I know Tim is in heaven now, relieved of the pain and suffering he has endured for the last several years.
Sometimes we wonder what it must be like. Recently I was blessed by a study which pointed to several key Bible verses that can give us an idea what it looks like for Tim right now. Key among those is the story Jesus told about Lazarus and the rich man from Luke 16, starting in verse 19 (see below). So we know that Tim remembers his loved ones on this earth, and would help us still, if he could.
We even see in Revelation 6:9 that the souls in heaven have an idea about what is happening on earth, that they understand the timeline, and they are still concerned. So we understand that in the intermediate heaven - before Jesus returns and God creates the new earth and the new heaven as described later in Revelation - that there is still love and attention paid to those who remain on mortal earth. The intermediate heaven may be without pain, but there are still some concerns, about those
we left behind.
I can picture Tim watching over each one of you who has signed this book, just asking God how will it all turn out, and wanting to help, if he could. I pray that we can all be comforted to know he has eternal life, and is waiting for us in God's heavenly realm. And I pray you will do your best to honor him and give him as few concerns as possible from his vantage point with the Lord in heaven.
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The Rich Man and Lazarus (Luke 16: 19-31)
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(Jesus said:) "There was a rich man who was dressed in purple and fine linen and lived in luxury every day. At his gate was laid a beggar named Lazarus, covered with sores and longing to eat what fell from the rich man's table. Even the dogs came and licked his sores.
"The time came when the beggar died and the angels carried him to Abraham's side. The rich man also died and was buried. In hell, where he was in torment, he looked up and saw Abraham far away, with Lazarus by his side. So he called to him, 'Father Abraham, have pity on me and send Lazarus to dip the tip of his finger in water and cool my tongue, because I am in agony in this fire.'
"But Abraham replied, 'Son, remember that in your lifetime you received your good things, while Lazarus received bad things, but now he is comforted here and you are in agony. And besides all
this, between us and you a great chasm has been fixed, so that those who want to go from here to you cannot, nor can anyone cross over from there to us.'
"He answered, 'Then I beg you, father, send Lazarus to my father's house, for I have five brothers. Let him warn them, so that they will not also come to this place of torment.'
"Abraham replied, 'They have Moses and the Prophets; let them listen to them.'
" 'No, father Abraham,' he said, 'but if someone from the dead goes to them, they will repent.'
"He said to him, 'If they do not listen to Moses and the Prophets, they will not be convinced even if someone rises from the dead.' "
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My personal commentary: Lazarus and the rich man had Moses and the Prophets. We have Jesus. Don't wait too long to have a personal relationship with Him every single day - one that you can take with you.
Chris Boyd
September 2, 2008
Tim was one of my dearest and best of friends. I was told many years ago, that when you leave this world and go on to the next, if you have five really true friends, you have had a full life. Tim definitely achieved this. He was a friend that would do anything for you. He would always have an open door when you needed shelter, feed you if you were hungry, help you out if you were short on money, even if he had to do without. He would do this without having to ask, he just knew when you were a little down. He had a way of cheering you up with a good laugh, good conversation or just listening to good music. He would give comfort when he thought it was needed.
In all my years of knowing Tim, I never heard him say a discouraging word of anyone. Even if people had wronged him, he still had an open door. This is a virtue I can only hope he has thought of me. I admired him for being so gracious.
Timmy will be missed and I will always have a place in my heart and memories for him. He is first on my list of five.
All my love and sympathy to Goose, his son Eric and family.
Until next time my friend...
Love, Chris
Steffanie Powell
September 2, 2008
My Dearest Timmy,
Who would have known such a beautiful person would have come into my life. How lucky I am to have had you. You loved with no conditions and accepted me for who I am - as I did you.
Imperfections, we may all have, but to me, your heart superseded all imperfection. For in my eyes you were a kind, loving soul with a child like spirit. You were strong, yet gentle. Supportive, but strict and honest to a fault :-) But you always loved and I will always love you for all you were and are to me. You will always hold a spark within my soul.
All my love...
Your Eternal, Goose.
Will write again.
Nichole Powell
August 27, 2008
Tim was very enchanting and most endearing.
He knew how to entertain, no matter the age of his audience.
Tim was a paramount addition to our family, a friend that was loved by many.
Tim’s absence will be difficult for us all, but he will always be an essential part of our lives.
Only the physical presence of Tim is gone, his spirit still gleams with great radiance.
He is now watching over until he greets us at the gateway of eternity.
Love you my friend. I know you are enjoying sharing jokes with the almighty jokester himself.
Nikki
(AKA, The girls)
Ron Chandler
August 26, 2008
Tim was a thoughtful and funny man...I'll miss him.
My thoughts are with his family.
Ron Chandler
Austin
Eileen Keller
August 25, 2008
A beautiful soul with a great ear. Such a pleasure to work with over the years. I will miss him in this world.
The East Side Flash -- Flashpoint Recording Studio --
August 25, 2008
Tim was a blast to work with; a most creative soul.....I feel privileged to have known this insightful, sensitive, and musical cat who added breadth and substance to the projects he worked on.
Lynn Daniel
August 14, 2008
Time gets away so swiftly. I am honored to have known you and privileged to have worked with you in the studio. You are obviously missed by a lot of folks, and for those of us who knew you, it's easy to see why. Vaya con Dios.
Kevin Powell
August 9, 2008
The best of Timmy, in memory, of mine, is his bright eyed amazement-of the simple things in life - and his childlike innocence at the perfect time. His ability to love and receive.
I love you forever, your brother, Kevin. (aka) Kal
Dawn Powell
August 2, 2008
My Dear Uncle Timmy,
How's Auggie been? I bet he is so happy you are with him now.
It's been two months and I still can't believe you're really gone. I miss you so much. You will always have a special place in my heart.
I always think about all the goofy ways you made us laugh. You are the craziest person I've ever known, and I love you for that.
Don't worry. Your Goose is in good hands and I'll be sure lil' George gets his "Snappin Turtles".
Remember- "No matter how old you get you can still rock with the best of 'em"
***************************
Heaven for Boneheads
This is a place where angels are disguised as white german shepards.
A place where"Snappin Turtles" are not painful and don't make little girls cry.
Here, people are not afraid to speak their minds and indulgence can cause no harm.
Music is harmony to one's ears and can never be played too loudly (especially when Jethro Tull is playing.)
Exposing your butt is a form of amusement and not an insult.
This is a place where nieces are personal maids and will work for food.
Where the Dr. Pepper tab never runs dry and "Skets" is on the menu every night.
Here, illnesses are cured by laughter and not by medicine.
I know that there is a heaven for even the most stubborn boneheads.
For all the joy you brought to this world, we love you Uncle Tim.
Love you , Dawn AKA "The Girls"
Steffanie Powell
August 2, 2008
My sweet beautiful spirit and friend. I am still missing you as if it were only yesterday on this two month anniversary of you leaving us. My heart is filled with the thoughts of you - and my love for you will never cease. I am holding you forever. I can't protect you now - but I know you are being protected by someone so much greater than I, but I will be there for you again someday :-)
All my love, your eternal Goose
I will write again.
Paul Talaga
July 16, 2008
After a loved one's passing, typically we assume that the only treasures that remain are photographs and memories. I happen to have the priviledge of being the beneficiary of a third treasure...my friendship with Tim's son, Eric. I had the pleasure of meeting Tim on a few occasions throughout the years. My impression is pretty consistent with everyone's fond memories. I definitely saw the love of music, although I never truly knew about the deep and impressive resume. He cooked his world famous spaghetti for me while I was at college, but I had no idea that he would give Emeril Lagasse a run for his money. His smile and fun loving nature were obvious from first sight, although I didn't know that he was as revered as Frank Sinatra. What I can confirm, though, is that Eric has inherited many of the same gifts that made his father so successful in his career and an even better person. Tim should feel very comfortable knowing that his legacy will be continued proudly by his son. God Bless!
Caitlin Bohannon
July 14, 2008
I am Jeff Bohannon's daughter, I met Tim through his music. My father went to visit Tim in Texas and brought back a Serge Laine CD that Tim had worked on. I emailed him to thank him for this music and we stayed in contact after that. Even though I only knew him for a short time Tim was truly a wonderful person.
Gray Gregson
July 13, 2008
Tim was a good friend of mine for many years and he will be missed. I thought of him as a very talented person and spent many an hour in the studio being very creative. He was very brave and I will miss my friend.
jeff bohannon
July 10, 2008
hello to all tim is a good friend ottawa was a fun place to grow up in full of vibrant hopefull interesting people and from my expeiriance tim is one of the best i know i learned some good from tim what a gift for all to have tim be a part of our lives much love to all jeff
Liz Patranella
July 9, 2008
Hello, My Friend,
I can still hear you say that whenever I would call. I guess I was one of the first people you met when you moved to Austin to work at Sound Recorders. I was very skeptical of the "new" engineer who was coming to handle my sessions. But, WOW! was I ever pleased when I started working with you. You were the finest sound engineer I have ever worked with in over 40 years in the advertising business. Your ear for music was impeccable. Your ability to manually edit tape was beyond compare (a lost art now). I could leave any project in your hands and know it would go way beyond my expectations. And that was just our working relationship. You also became a good friend to me and what we shared was very special. It was ours alone and I will cherish the memories of it forever. I will miss your sweet voice, your warmth, your sincerity, your honesty. I always knew I could trust you and that was such a treasure. I'll never forget my first trip to Chicago when I got lost walking the streets. I called you on my cell and you stayed on the line, giving me directions and encouragement until I found my way back to my hotel. We always knew we were there for each other. I will think of you often as I go on down the road. Enjoy the music up there! And, I'll see you again.
I love you, my friend.
L.E. McCullough
July 5, 2008
Very sad to hear this. Tim Stanton was a wonderful collaborator on several of my audio projects -- he made my music sound top-notch and was an amazingly positive person who gave so much of himself willingly. People don't realize that what a good audio engineer or producer does is give every ounce of their talent to help you achieve your dream. There are thousands who are in debt to the talent and genius of Tim Stanton, who helped make their art soar and their careers flourish. I was certainly blessed to have known him.
Mary Fietek
July 5, 2008
I met Timmy through Stef almost 5 years ago and will never forget him.
I had the pleasure of enjoying a few spaghetti dinners with Timmy's special sauce and the many laughs that insued during dinner. I will forever remember the many nights of laughter and "Law and Order" and that purple chair!
I feel honored to have been given a pet name, thanks Timmy for letting me be "Lambchop".
I will hold my memories dear, you will never be forgotten in my heart Timmy.
Until we meet again,
Mary
Larry Seyer
July 5, 2008
Tim,
I can still hear your voice.
And I can still remember all of those sessions we did together over the last 25+ years.
...even the ones that are still playing on the radio and TV now. (like Airco Mechanical).
And those that are no longer playing (like the K-Eye TV jingles that ran for what seemed like years in the early 90's).
I know you're still here... and I won't be fooled by appearances otherwise. At least you're no longer in any pain.
You're probably laughing and screaming at us to see like you do now.
Some day, my friend.
All the best to you!
Eric Stanton
July 4, 2008
Obituary as posted in the Austin American Statesman, June 6, 2008.
Timothy O’Connor Stanton
Timothy O’Connor Stanton, born in Ottawa, Illinois on March 3, 1951, passed away June 2, 2008 after a lengthy and courageous fight.
Tim, an avid music lover and skilled audio engineer, founded Tim Stanton Audio in 1982. He had an incredible knack for capturing the hearts and sounds of Austin’s music and advertising communities for the past 30 years. His astute technical skills as an audio engineer and producer were recognized with numerous awards on both local and national levels, including a Clio award honoring advertising excellence in 1985.
Feeling a special connection to the music of Jethro Tull, John Prine and Lyle Lovett, Tim wanted everyone to know he could still “rock with the best of ‘em”!
Tim is survived by his loving son Eric and daughter-in-law Carey Stanton, and the newest addition to his family, nine-month-old Cole Alexander, all of Scottsdale, Arizona. Also surviving Tim is his long time companion and best friend, Steffanie Powell.
Predeceasing Tim were his parents, William Timothy Stanton and Marguerite O’Connor Stanton, both of Ottawa, Illinois.
A Memorial Service will be held at 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 7, 2008Cook-Walden , Chapel of the Hills Funeral Home in Austin. A reception will immediately follow at the clubhouse of Ventana Oaks Apartments, 9500 W. Parmer Lane, Austin, TX. (512) 310-0108.
A creative and free spirit, Tim was the life of any party and faced these past few years with courage and wit. Tributes and loving memories to Tim may be recorded online at http://www.legacy.com/Statesman/GB/GuestbookEntry.aspx?&PersonID=111077011.
Eric Stanton
July 4, 2008
Eulogy as given on Saturday, June 7, 2008 by Eric Stanton, proud Son.
“I Can Still Rock with the Best of ‘em”
My father was 21 years old when I was born. My mom was barely 17. His parents had both already passed away when he was a teenager and he’d been shipped off to Boystown for high school. He didn’t have any family to take him in so as a young teenager he was forced to begin his life as an adult.
He was a drummer, not quite Terry Bozzio but he was able to start his career in the music business. He was passionate about it and loved the lifestyle. His experiences led him to audio engineering school and then along came an opportunity to move to Austin, Texas, almost 30 years ago.
He opened “Tim Stanton Audio” in 1982 and worked with the biggest names in town. He was an astute, award winning engineer and a highly respected producer. He was damn good at his craft and became an inspiration for me to always strive for more.
More responsibility, more control, more money… In the beginning, I thought that “more” meant material things. I thought that being “rich” meant a beautiful home, sports cars and big boy toys.
My father showed me and taught me many things but most importantly to earn every everything and prove all the naysayers wrong. His vote of confidence meant a great deal to me. He constantly bragged about my successes to his friends and colleagues to a point of embarrassment. I must admit though, there isn’t much better of a feeling than knowing you’ve made your parents proud.
The longest day of my life was Tuesday, June 2nd. We arrived in Austin at 12:30 am and drove straight to the hospital. He waited for us to say goodbye. I will cherish that for the rest of my life. I told him it was ok to let go and to let the pain and suffering stop. Hours later, the lord took him to a better place.
As we made calls all day, I realized more-so than ever that my father had touched many other peoples lives as well. His best of friends, Bill Monchnik, Jimi Davis, Steve Wuertz, Shane Decker, Paul Weyland, I could go on forever…all shared the same dry vulgar sense of humor…better keep your guard up around these guys…none of them were afraid to “go there.”
The comments and heartfelt stories I have heard over the past 5 days are immeasurable. “Your father was the greatest producer I ever worked with…he was a doer…nonstop fun…always on top of his game in the studio, etc…”
People from all different circles loved him. His hospice care team called him the “miracle man”…they had never seen a man so critically ill persevere for 4 and a half years. Leslie, you were an inspiration to my father every visit you made and a blessing from god when you returned to Odyssey.
He was a good friend and confidant but yet sometimes stubborn…maybe that’s where I get it? (Hmmm) He loved life and making people laugh. He had a certain charm and charisma about him that drew people in, in a way that I’ve never seen before.
Over the years, he came up with his own language, Stanton-speak if-you-will. My name is Sonadopolous, his name is Pops, from the derivative Popodopolous. We would wake to “good morgan”. One of his all time favorite sayings happened on the pool table where he’d taunt me with, “Rack ‘em Junior.”
I’ll miss the bizarre ways he used to embarrass us all at dinner…first by introducing himself to the waiter and then each and every person at the table. “And stay out…” he would exclaim after slamming a door in good fun. He loved the kluck-kluck song, Jethro Tull (while after 35 years I am STILL not sure which one Jethro is? – ha), he loved Ian Anderson and recently met him after a life long hunt as a gift from Leslie at Odyssey Hospice.
He was blessed with not one, not two, but three wives. My mom, Debbie, who is here with us today, Vicki and Claire all loved him for different reasons as they were with him at different stages of his life. And of course, Steffanie (aka Goose), I can never thank you enough for all of your devotion, love and support you’ve given him. He loved you so very much.
On September 11, 2007, my wife, Carey and I were blessed with our first born son, Cole Alexander Stanton. The circle of life will continue as Cole will keep the family name in tact, understand our values and keep the momentum going in the right direction. My promise to you, dad, on this day, is that the impression you left upon me will now be placed upon baby Cole.
In the end, my father was a very rich man. He was filled with love, respect and dignity. How much more…can a man ask for, than that?
I love you and may you rest in peace without pain. May your days in heaven be without strife or discomfort as you watch over us, protect us, and guide us. Pops, you were loved by all and will always be in our hearts and memories.
I love you.
Sonadops
Scott McGregor
July 4, 2008
Brave
Honorable
Mischievous child
Mover of the clouds
Deviner of intent-
Lover of all.
Free of this sudden stillness-
Despite the prayers of mortals
You have risen----
To laugh!
at the devinings of mortals!
Watch over us my friend. for we are fools---
Always,-- my wonderful friend...
Scott McGregor
Steffanie Powell
July 2, 2008
My Dearest Timmy, my sweet and beautiful spirit. I miss you so much.
Sometimes, two people find that no matter how close they are and how much they care for and love one another, life's road takes them in different directions ~ at least for a while...
I miss you so much. There are days I would give anything to feel the warmth of your smile and hear the words "love you goose" or "love ya, bye.
Days when it seems like this separation will last forever. But I know it won't, because the connection between us is too strong. You are truly my best of friends and soul mate.
When that day comes and we are together again, I know that it will be as if all this time and distance between us never existed.
Until then, you are forever in my heart, thoughts and prayers with every day that goes by.
I love you, Goose.
Will write you again....
Jimi Davis
June 30, 2008
My dear friend I will miss you dearly you was my male soul mate and I love you dearly. My life would not have been the same if our paths had not have crossed.They will cross again. Life is a Long Song. Your best friend other then Goose.
Brian Mullin
June 25, 2008
My condolences go to Eric and his family, to Stephanie, and all of the other family and friends of Tim.
Last night's fun,
Tim told tales and anecdotes of visitors to his house,
It's hard to believe these events transpired, but they come from a good source...
excerpt lyrics of "Last Night's Fun" inspired by a book on Irish music with that title and
hanging out with Tim at his house. We recorded a version of this song and others at his house, and I will have a CD with some of these songs available upon request in the near future.
I miss recording with you Tim, we got a great sound in your living room!
Kelle Kurtz
June 23, 2008
Timogg-
This old world won't be the same without you. I'll miss your humor and wit, your optimism and your lust for life. You ate your Wheaties every morning and I tried to keep up. Friends are hard to come by, but you were a true friend. We had a soul connection. Until we are together again, get the party started, put on the "skets", and get ready to throw down some glass. I love you my dear old friend.
Later,
Sister Kellogg
a.k.a. Machine Gun
P.S. We'll have an even better recipe next time.
Thanks to your Goose for bringing you into our lives and sharing you with us. You've left a big hole in our hearts.
Wendy Lynn Wright
June 20, 2008
Tim, my friend, you were truly a ray of light. I take solace in knowing that all of the fond memories of you will perpetuate your light.
I am sure you have all of the angels in heaven laughing and smiling.
You will be missed, dear music man.
Donna Rushing
June 19, 2008
Tim - you have been a part of our family for so many years - that holiday pictures will be empty without that smile and those eyes sparkling and shining back at us this coming season.
In early December of 2007, after Steffanie and her sister paid me a visit - Stef went home to tell Timmy I loved one of his favorite artist. (one of those mentioned at the service) He jumped up from the couch and said, "I'm on it - I'll make her copies of all mine!" This guy that was fighting so hard to remain alive got up and burned me four CD's that I played over and over for weeks and will treasure forever.
As Steffanie's aunt - and an aunt to Tim as well - I will always cherish their visits to my home and time spent with the two of them in Austin. Cole might have loved to know one day that he had been held by his grandfather - it is a shame it didn't happen as he is a 'beautiful baby' and I know that would have made the eyes shine with delight in the eyes of this wonderful caring 'Granpa Tim'.
May all find peace in his passing - he so wanted to live and all that loved him will miss him forever.
Blessings to all.
Steffanie's Aunt Donna in OKC
Michelle Liddell
June 16, 2008
I barely knew you
but i ment you
I barely saw you
but i pictured you
I barely spoke to you
but i think what we said was just enough
I rarely hugged you
but i felt the love
I barely spoke of you
yet i was very fond of you
I barely knew you
but i loved you
This is just a little poem from my heart to Tims......i hope he feels the same
Roberto Guerra
June 14, 2008
To The Family Of Timothy Stanton and Steffanie Powell,
My brothers passing is not only a great loss me but, also too the many
that loved him. Timmy, braught the
true light of music and it's defintion
to my layman ear with such sinsitivity
in and out of his studio that I will always be greatful for. I truly believe
that in his expression of the love he
held for Steffanie, also my dearest
of friends. Dear Eric, when he spoke
to me about you, it was with the greatest of pride. You are a father
now and Cole will someday be a man
and if he ask's how his grandfather
died... please refer him to me so that
I can tell him how he loved life and
lived. To the Stanton Family, please
know that Timmy, owned huge piece
of heart. My Dearest Steffanie, that
contiued to keep the wind in Timmy's
sails... I will always love you and cherish you in my heart for all that you did for my brother until his very end. If love is ever to be measured
it has to start with your heart.
Sincerly,
Roberto Guerra
Bill Mochnik
June 13, 2008
To say Tim will be missed by all is an understatement. More than anyone I have ever known, Tim knew how to be a friend.
Knowing that Tim is in a better place and that time will help bring peace to the family helps me to deal with loosing him.
I am in complete awe of the unconditional love and support of Eric and Steff. Thank you both for the loving care you gave my friend.
Sincerely, Bill Mochnik
Sharon & Sandy Elzer (maiden)
June 13, 2008
My sister and I knew Tim as Timmy Stanton, from the West Side of Ottawa, many years ago, in the early to mid 60's. He always played his guitar with an amplifier on the front porch of his mother's house on W. Lafayette St. All of the West Side group hung around together and had lots of fun. Tim would be playing that guitar every single night with the whole gang there. He was the life of any dull, get together on a week day or night or weekend, what's there to do party. (It was called "partying" then). He always had a good time and made everyone else have a good time also. I can remember the neighbors coming out and telling him to quit playing so loud, and his mother also would come out. I always wondered from time to time what happened to Tim, figuring he did move out of the area. My sister and I were saddened to see that he passed away. I'm sure he would be laughing, thinking that anyone from the 60's would even remember him. We're sure that he will be missed by his family.
Van Wilks
June 12, 2008
I feel very lucky to have known Tim as a friend and to have worked with him in the studio. He really knew how to "turn those knobs!!"
dan farmer
June 11, 2008
I met Tim 12 yrs. ago-------I will remember his compassion and kindness for others and how -----whatever the situation ---he could make me laugh ---
I only saw Tim a few times these past couple of years ------each time ---I was inspired by how he was dealing with his illness------
The last time I saw Tim----he and stef and I were watching a music video ---I think it was Pink Floyd----anyway-----one thing i got to see while we were watching this together was the connection between stef and Tim and how they would discuss music and share their knowledge---his mind was sharp and he enjoyed talking about music with Stef
He is at peace------His presence will be missed
Diane Gaines
June 11, 2008
You have my deepest sympathy Eric. I look forward to seeing you when you bring your Dad home. He was a part of our family and we loved him dearly. I feel very fortunate that I was able to spend some time with him over the last holiday he was home. I know Tim was very proud of you. Take care of yourself along with Carey and Cole. Cole is your clone.
John Liddell
June 11, 2008
I have only know Tim for a couple of years through Tim's long time friend Steffanie but I can truly say that each time I encountered Tim it was a special experience. I was privileged enough to enjoy dinner with Tim just a few weeks ago. My regret and my loss is that I met Tim so late in his life. He has made a huge impact on me and I guess as long as I remember Tim and everyone else that has known him remembers him, he will never really be gone.
Michael Croft
June 10, 2008
I met Tim half a dozen times or so over the years via Carey and Eric and was saddened to hear of his passing.
A great fond memory I have is him taking us to 6th street in Austin showing us all the cool live bands during the South by Southwest Fest years ago when we were all in college. He knew so many people in the business and I was blown away.
Tim know this, your grandson is an amazing boy and he will grow up to know of you and the people you touched in your time in this world.
Your son Eric is an amazing husband, father, and friend to me and he will honor your legacy forever.
Jack
June 9, 2008
Tim was my friend for over 30 years. Not sure what he saw in me to allow me to remain a friend for so long.
You've left your mark here on Earth, my friend.
Wimmy, will see you again.
Love you, man!
Sandra Powell
June 9, 2008
Hey Bonehead,
I miss you so much. I've always admired you greatly and there were so many things about you that made me love being around you. I was so blessed to have you as an uncle. There were so many things you made me promise to do in order to improve my life, and I promise I will still do them.
I love you and will see you again someday.
Love Sony ( "The Girls")
Cindy Jeffries
June 9, 2008
Tim you will be sadly missed by me and alot of others. I am sorry you never got to see your grandson as you would of been very proud, he is just precious. Eric, my heart goes to you because you are the son he always talked so fond of and to Stefanie for being such an early angel for him.
Nichole Powell
June 9, 2008
Tim's song will always play to the beat of my heart.
__
(Tim-I know you are watching from above and
I will see you again my friend)
Love ya
Nikki, AKA "The Girls"
Nora Hollin
June 8, 2008
Tim-it is difficult to believe you're gone-All week long my mind has come back to this thought:"I am so sad-I need to call Tim and talk about this."
I always knew that I could call you and that you would be there for me with kind and encouraging words-You always knew how to get a laugh out of me even when I was really distraught over something-You were there to tell me"It will be alright sweetie".-I am sure that is what you would tell us all here to-day:"It will be alright".
I shall remember always your amazing smile,your keen sense of humour and your courage-even as you struggled you never lost these rare and precious traits.You had the warmest heart....
I am so grateful that you got to pass out of this life and onwards towards the next surrounded by those whom you loved and who loved you the most:The woman you adored(your Goose as you called her),Steffanie and your son Eric of whom you spoke with such fatherly pride and the deepest of respect.
Tim you are missed greatly-rest in calm peace and smile down,every now and again,upon we who are left behind.
Until we meet again dear friend,I will say good-bye.
I love you Tim-good-bye....
Colleen Theriot
June 8, 2008
To the family of Tim Stanton, I was so sorry to see Tim's obituary. My deepest condolences on your loss. I met Tim back in the 80's when I was a video producer & voice talent. We worked together on countless projects and I always knew I was in good hands when I walked in the studio on 5th St. Tim was so talented, professional, and always fun to work with. I'm so sorry he won't be here to see that grandbaby grow up. To Tim's son I send wishes for a long & happy life; keep your Dad ever in your heart and he will be alive in your life.
Nora Hollin
June 8, 2008
Tim-it is difficult to believe you're gone-All week long my mind has come back to this thought:"I am so sad-I need to call Tim and talk about this."
I aways knew that I could call you and that you would be there for me with encouraging and kind words-You always knew how to get a laugh out of me even when I was really distraught over something-You were there to tell me:"It will be alright"-I am sure that is what you would tell us all today:"it will be alright".
I shall remember always your amazing smile,your keen sense of humour and your courage-even as you struggled you never lost any of these rare traits.
I am so grateful that you got to pass out of this life and onwards towards the next surrounded by those whom you loved and who loved you the most:The woman who adored you ,your Goose as you called her,Steffanie and your son Eric of whom you spoke of with such fatherly pride.
Tim you are missed greatly-rest in calm peace and smile down,every now and again,upon we who are left behind.
Until we meet again I will say good-bye.
I love you Tim-good-bye.... Nora
Phil Mezzetti
June 7, 2008
I will miss Tim. He was my mentor and close friend. I will carry on with the knowledge that he so unselfishly shared with me. He was a brilliant and compassionate man. It's great to see that Eric got his wit and will pass that on for generations.
Chas
June 7, 2008
Along the coast road, by the headland
The early lights of winter glow
I'll pour a cup to you my darling
Raise it up - say Cheerio.
Sandy Bannister
June 7, 2008
I got to know Tim in the 80's and 90's as I visited his studio at least once a week. We became huggin' buddies as we saw each other so often. I remember watching him fall in and out of love.
Tim really got me out of a bind one time. I needed his studio as a prize for a radio promotion in a hurry because another studio that was going to be the prize went out of business. I had no money to give him, only trade for restaurants and concerts. He very reluctantly did the deal -- and I know, that giving up his studio to non-professionals for a time was asking a lot. He only did it because he was my friend and I'll appreciate it forever.
Tim was a great soul and a wonderful human being and I am lucky for having known him.
claudette barber
June 7, 2008
so sorry to hear of the passing of Tim. I met him years ago 1971 when he lived with the Tuleck family. Never keep in contact with him over the years. Sorry to say had planned to look him up in austin on a trip next winter. My sympathy to his family
nancy lewis
June 6, 2008
Tim, We are so sorry for losing you but we know that you are in heaven with your parents,friends and loved ones. We talked many times about your salvation and we know that you are with the Lord. You were quite a bright person. Sometimes you seemed to talk way over my head.I know that you loved Eric and were very proud of his accomplishments. I know too how you cared about Steffanie. We know that you loved music and were very good at what you did. Eric I know you don't quite understand all that when on way back then. Things were different and they were very young. Try to understand and forgive him. Hold fast to Cole. What a beautiful boy.All too soon they will leave you. It is so hard to loose a parent. When it happens you feel like the whole world should stop and of course it doesn't. Take care of Cole and Carey. We love you all. Aunt Nancy and Rob
Bobby Harte
June 6, 2008
This is to you Timmy, I know you hear me and you know that I am at a lost for words. I am so sorry I have not talked to you for awhile. When Mom called me I went totally blank. Timmy, Mom also loves you very much and she is very hurt.
Yes Timmy,we spent our child hood together almost every day. We played that crazy got the runs music together. Grandma Oconnor would run us out of the house with the drums and guitars. Remember? We even married sisters, I can go on and on, but you remember all our great times timmy, for when we would talk you remembered all of our times like they were current. Timmy, I truly cherished our great times growing up, then we went in different directions. This is part of life.
I want to make one last blood brother promise to you. Our lord in heaven will let us be together again and thats a promise. We can continue the talks and laugh as we did so many days on the phone. God Bless You Timmy. God Bless you Erick, and I am so sorry for your loss. You Dad is in heaven and you will see him again, as will all the people that love him.
Bobby Harte
Debbie (Kuzmich) Purcell
June 6, 2008
I have so many memories of Tim from when I was younger. I was able to visit with him a few years ago at the holidays at my parents home. I am so glad we had the visit with him. My parents loved Tim like a son also. Eric (Pooters) my deepest sympathy to you.
Love
Debbie
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