Charles L. Stanton

Charles L. Stanton, 74, of Portland died peacefully Monday, February 20, 2017 at home surrounded by his loving family. He was born December 8, 1942 at Brooks Memorial Hospital in Dunkirk, and resided in Fredonia until his marriage to Gloria "Diane" Fisher. They were married on October 2, 1965 in Spartansburg, PA.

He was the son of the late Lemoyne "Red" Stanton and Edith (Bosworth) Stanton. He drove a bus for many years for BOCES LoGuidice Center in Fredonia and at Bluebird Bus Co. He also worked at Dunkirk Radiator.

Charles enjoyed spending time with his family and many friends. He always had a story and a smile for the many people he met. He also enjoyed hunting and fishing and spending time outside gardening. His faith in God was very important to him.

He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Gloria; his two sons, Brian and Scott (Lisa) Stanton, both of Portland; and his seven grandchildren, Brad, Brianna, Karina and Kenya Stanton of Portland, Anthony Dwyer of Bradford, PA and Christopher and Luke Stanton of Brocton. He also had one great-grandchild, Braxxtyn Stanton of Westfield. Charles is also survived by two sisters, Kate (Richard) Cranston of Brocton and Mary (Sonny) Beltram of Baytown, TX; and many nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his sister, Ruth; and his brother, Larry Stanton.

A Celebration of his life will be held at the First Baptist Church, 9 Kent Street, Westfield on Thursday, February 23 at 12:00 PM. The Rev Matt Wolf will officiate. Visiting hours for family and friends will take place from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Baptist Church prior to the funeral service on Thursday.

Interment will be private in Westfield Union Cemetery. There will be a luncheon for family and friends immediately following the service in the First Baptist Church Hall.

To leave a message of remembrance or condolence for the family of Charles, please log on to www.themorsefuneralhome.com. Funeral arrangements were provided by the Morse Funeral Home of Brocton.

Obituary from the Observer

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