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Royal Stanton Obituary

Stanton, Royal COEYMANS HOLLOW Royal Stanton, 81, passed away Saturday, November 14, 2009. Royal was born in Albany and was a lifelong resident of Coeymans Hollow where he owned and operated Stanton Dairy Farm. He was the son of the late Edward and Jessie Stanton. Royal was a 1946 graduate of Ravena High School and class president. He was a notable basketball and baseball player and received an athletic scholarship to Siena College. He also was asked to try out for the NY Yankees. Royal was a charter member of the Coeymans Hollow Fire Co., member of the Trinity United Methodist Church, and Coeymans Hollow Cemetery Association. He was also a member of Albany County Farm Bureau, Cooperative Extension, Committeeman and Chairman of Albany County USDA Farm Service; recognized in 1991 for the "Century Farm Award" and many other notable agricultural awards. Loving husband and father who taught his children to do an honest day's work with integrity. Survivors include his loving wife, Hildur Scheel Stanton; children, Linda (Tim) Keir, Frank (Marline) Stanton, Neil Stanton, James (Gloria) Stanton and Mark (Kathleen) Stanton; grandchildren, Royal, Michael, Tracy, James, Emily, Matthew Stanton and Amy Peasley, Samuel Keir, Jessica, Travis and Justin Swenson; six great-grandchildren; sister, Doris (Louis) Irving; several nieces, nephews and friends. Funeral services will be held 10 a.m. Wednesday, November 18 at the Coeymans Hollow Trinity United Methodist Church. Burial will follow in Coeymans Hollow Cemetery. Friends may call at the Babcock Funeral Home, Ravena on Tuesday from 3 to 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions to the Trinity Untied Methodist Church, 1311 Rte. 143, Coeymans Hollow, NY 12046 would be appreciated.

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Published by Albany Times Union from Nov. 15 to Nov. 16, 2009.

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Linda, Brian and Amanda Caswell

November 18, 2009

Dear Frank, Marlene and Matt,
We are so sorry for the loss of your dad and grandfather. Know he is in a better place, and will be with you in your hearts forever. You will hear him laugh in the wind and see his smile in the bright sunshine. Bless you all!

Gordy and Sharon Clapper

November 17, 2009

The Stanton Family, We were Very sorry to hear of the passing of Royal. I have many memories of him while at the Farm. Please keep all of the special memories of him as you move forward in the days to come.

Members of The Albany County Dairy Club

November 17, 2009

Many found memories of 4-H meetings held at the Stanton Farm......dairy judging Guernsey class and great refreshments!

November 17, 2009

Frank & Marline,
So Sorry to hear about your loss! Please share my condolences with your extended family. I remember meeting your Dad many years ago and it was great to see him at Matthew's graduation party.
His legacy lives on.... you are a reflection of his ways deonstrated by your kindness and yourwonderful family!

Love,
Patty Cleary, Niskayuna, New York

Larry Jones

November 17, 2009

Frank and Jim,
So sorry to hear of your loss.

November 16, 2009

Our deepest condolences to all of you. It sadden my heart to see you go through this. We know first hand how it feels. We are truly sorry for your loss.
The Krzykowski's
Keith & Tammy

November 16, 2009

Mark & Kathy and all the Stantons,
So sorry to hear about your loss of your Dad. I remember meeting him many years ago and what a nice man he was.
God Bless.
Patty Hotaling Waldron, Canastota, NY

Michael Quigley

November 16, 2009

My thoughts and prayers go out to Uncle Royal's family in this time of loss. Though few and far between, I deeply enjoyed the time I spent with Uncle Royal. His example of gentle strength, perseverance, and commitment to his family and farm have been an inspiration to me over the years. May you all find comfort in your own special memories of your time spent with this fine man.

November 16, 2009

To Frank, Marline, Matthew, and Mrs. Stanton,

Please know that we are thinking of you during this difficult time....we have many fond memories of Stanton Road! Only Roy will know what the weather is like and whether the sun will shine. When the sun is beaming down, you know that your spirit is being blessed.

May God Bless all of you,
Patricia, Al, & Peter

Linda Lawton

November 16, 2009

To the Stanton family,
While searching for words of comfort for you all during this time, I realize just how fond I truly am of the memories that I have of your loved one. I mourn with you all, and pray that God will comfort you all and that you all carry him in your hearts as I will with my memories of spending time at the Stanton Farm in my youth. May
God bless and keep you all. May you find some comfort in knowing how much he was loved and respected while here on earth.
With my sincerest and heartfelt
sympathy,
Linda Lawton

November 16, 2009

Royal and family:
May God be with you and comfort you in this difficult time. Keeping in mind that you will be one day reunited in his Kingdom.


Charlie & Loni LaGue

William Morehouse Jr

November 16, 2009

To the Stanton family.
Please accept my condolences in the passing of Royal. He was a part of my early growing up from fishing for bullheads in the pond to bringing in hay in the summer. He is fondly remembered.

Charles & Gloria Powell

November 16, 2009

The Stanton family,
We are so sorry to hear of Mr Stantons passing. He was a great man who worked very hard for his family, instilling upon all of his family the very same qualities. Please keep his memories close to your hearts forever. God Bless you all.

Jim & Sharon Humphrey

November 15, 2009

Please accept our condolences in the loss of Royal. He was a wonderful man.

Ma.Pilar Gemeinhardt

November 15, 2009

To the Stanton Family,
Please accept our condolances for your loss of Royal. We especially remember him, Frank, Marlin and Linda for their special kindness to our uncle Charlie Spears.
Sincerely, Ma. Pilar Gemeinhardt and Family

November 15, 2009

Dear Stanton Family,
Please accept our condolances on the loss of Royal. We remember him, Frank, Marlin and Linda as special friends to our uncle, Charlie Spears. God bless you all.
Ma.Pilar Gemeinhardt and family

Brian Casler Sr.& Fred Szczesniak

November 15, 2009

We are sorry for your loss. Wil has mentioned what a great sense of humor Mr. Stanton had and how welcome he made him feel when he visited with Justin & Jimmy. We are here if you need us.

Mike & Lisa Boomhower

November 15, 2009

The Stanton Family,
Please accept our condolences in Royal's passing. He was a great man and a great role model for all of us. Please keep his memories close to your heart.

Wendy Mantor

November 15, 2009

To Doris, Lou and all the Stantons,

Our deepest condolences go out to your family. We know he will be missed.

The Mantor Family

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