James Ebert (J.E.) Stanton, 87, passed away peacefully in his home on April 14th surrounded by his family. J.E. was born in Brusett, MT on July 5, 1925 to Ebert and Grace Stanton. He and his family lived on the family farm until the 1930s’ when the family moved to Jordan where his dad had a mail route and a trucking business. J.E. attended elementary school at the Blackfoot School in Brusett. After he graduated from Garfield County High School in 1943, he returned to the family farm.
On April 2, 1946, J.E. married Eleen Hawkinson, his high school sweetheart who was the girl next door. They made their home on the farm in Brusett where they lived until he retired and moved to Miles City. J.E. served on the Board of Directors of the Garfield County Bank for several years. He was active with the ASCS and he was a member of the Masonic Lodge.
This hard-working, gentle man will be remembered by his family and friends as a man of integrity. He loved his family without condition and never forgot his grandchildren at Christmas or Birthdays. Everyone was anxious to receive Grandpa’s cards with checks enclosed. He made sure he always had ice cream and Oreo cookies for his great-grandchildren. He was a patient, kind, generous man that will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.
J.E. was preceded in death by Eleen, his wife of 60 years, an infant son, Jimmy, his parents, Ebert Stanton and Grace Curry, sister, Lee Hawkinson, daughter-in-law, Peggy Stanton, and brothers-in-law, Harold and Dale Hawkinson.
He is survived by his son, Ron (Becky) Stanton, daughter, Sue Stanton, and grandchildren; Jennifer (Kanyon) Chamberlin of Miles City, Wendy (Ryan) Larson of Belle Fourche, SD, Renee (Derek) Hepper of Rapid City, SD, Joshua Stanton of St. Louis, MO, Rebecca (Kelly) Kortum of Bozeman, and Wayne Berry of Billings; a brother, Bill Stanton of Billings; a sister, Clara (Jack) Patton of Amarillo, TX; brother-in-law, Elmer (Peggy) Hawkinson of Laurel, and sister-in-law; Loita Hawkinson of Kirkland, WA; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. The lights of his life were his great-grandchildren, Devin, Alecia, and Dezirae Chamberlin, Tate, Reese, and Denali Larson, and Brody Hepper.
Should friends desire, memorials may be made to the Miles Community College Ag Advancement Center, or to the charity of their choice.
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Ron and connie Watts says
We were so sorry to hear of J.E.’s passing. I know this has been a very hard time for your family — we will keep you in our prayers. God bless you!
Denise Oberlander Harvey says
Dear Stantons,
My thoughts and prayers are with you as you cherish wonderful memories of your father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. May God Bless and Comfort You!
Darlene Shawver says
Sending Condolences and Prayers to the Stanton family. Phil will always remember J.E. as a great neighbor and friend. God Bless all of you.
Linda Estes says
So sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. Prayers to all of you.
Dina Kuchynka family says
OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH EACH OF YOU DURING THIS DIFFICULT TIME! Love you all!
GARY AND PAT HELM says
SUSIE AND RON SO SORRY ABOUT YOUR DAD. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AT THIS TIME. GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY
Kara (Clark) and Bill Lambert says
Susie, Ron and familes. So Sorry to hear JE has passed. Many memories going to your folks house when I was little. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers.
Dallas & Linda Wildman says
Ron & Becky,
You are in our prayers and please let us know if there is anything we can do for you both.
Glen and Teena Bollinger says
To the Stanton Families:
So sorry to hear about JE. Our deepset sympathy to all of you. God Bless!
Jack Shawver says
SO SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS OF JE. HE WAS A GREAT MAN, AND WILL BE GREATLY MISSED.
Debra Currey Terrett says
Susie- I was sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing….it is hard to let them go from our sight and touch, but what freedom for him. He was blessed by your love and care in his last days…there is no greater honor or gift than to “walk our loved ones home”…..God’s blessing of peace to you and Ron’s family.
Kim Stanton says
Dear Sue, Ron, and Families,
Please accept our deepest condolences on the loss of your loving father. He was such an inspiration in all he did for his children and grandchildren throughout his lifetime! He will be missed deeply. May the thoughts and prayers of those who love you comfort you at this time of sorrow.
With prayers and sympathy,
Kim Stanton and Family
Heidi Brown says
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Stanton family. May you find comfort in each other during this difficult time.
Ron & Linda Grimsrud says
So sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers.
Bobbie Fletcher says
Your dad was always a gentleman and a friend and I, too, came to love him over the years. You have been blessed by his life; now may you be blessed with wonderful memories as time passes by.
Kistia & Steven Golie says
We are so sorry to hear of your family’s loss of you father, grandfather and great grandfather. May you find comfort in the coming days with your memories and knowing only the best are called home to heaven to be the angels who watch over us!
Maureen Larson says
Dear Stanton Family,
So sorry to hear of J.E.’s passing. My heartfelt sympathy and prayers go out to all of you. May your wonderful memories sustain you in this time of deep sorrow. God bless you all!
Pat & Bob Corbin says
Ron and Becky, We are so sorry to hear of J.E.’s passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Hold you memories close to help you get through this tough time.
Sarah Peterson says
Sue,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Dodie Mc Donald Paxson says
I am so sorry to hear of your dad’s passing! He was truly a gentleman in every way. He was a wonderful son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and friend to many and will be greatly missed by all. It is so hard to say goodbye here on earth but he will be met by your mom and they will soar again. Prayers and hugs to all of you!
Betty Vail says
I am sorry to hear of your dad’s death. Sounds like a great man who raised great kids! Enjoy your memories.
Tim and Cheri Hafla says
Ron, Sue, and Family,
Sorry to hear of JE’s passing, he was a wonderful man, Our Thoughts, Prayers, and Hugs to you all…
Cara Willson says
Sue, Ron & families,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Cherish the many happy memories. My love and prayers to all of you.
Cara
John and Lillian Loomis says
Ron,Becky, Susie , and family,
We are so sorry to hear of your Dad’s
passing. J E was such a kind and thoughtful
man. He was always there in any circumstance
to lend a helping hand to anyone in need.
Wonderful neighbor and friend. Our thoughts
and prayers are with you at this time.
Renee Peterson says
Sue and Ron,
I am so sorry to read about the passing of your father. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Renee
mike and myrna higgins says
Our deepest sympathy for the loss of your father. May the Lord bless and keep you till we are all together in heaven.
Alroy and Tasha Solle says
Sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with all of your family. I am sure his last days were memorable and full of grace. Our prayers are with you.
Lori Wheatcroft says
Ron & Becky and Susie: My deepest sympathy goes to you and all your family at the loss of your Father. My thoughts are with you. Take care.
Jana Hance says
Stanton Families,
Sorry to hear of your loss. May your sweet memories overshadow the sorrow you are feeling. Hugs to you all.
Karen Huckins says
Sue and Ron & family
I am so sorry to learn of your Dad’s passing. Remember all your wonderful times together and how fortunate you are to have so many good memories. My thoughts are with you.
Jo Ryan says
I am so sorry to hear of J.E. passing. So many fond memories at your house and at ours. He was a wonderful person and had more patients than anyone I know. I loved your family dearly. Prayers to you all. Jo
Bob & Rita George says
Sue, so sorry for the loss of your father. We will all be together someday..
Cathy Byron says
Ron and Susan –
I was stunned to read of J.E.’s passing. He was such a part of the Brusett neighborhood we all enjoyed growing up. Perhaps my most vivid memory of J.E. is from the year I was in second grade. After the Christmas program at the Hall, your Mom and Dad invited a bunch of neighbors to their home to see some home movies. The men got into tasting Limburger cheese before the party broke up! Oh, what a night to remember that became! Your dad was a quiet man of integrity and compassion for his fellow man. The two of you exemplify his core values. He had to have been proud. Hugs and prayers are with you.
Matt and Jeana Bliss says
We are sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all the families at this time.
J.D. and Mary Alice Murnion says
To all the Stanton Famiies we send our most sincere sympathy. It is so hard to say goodbye to the precious people in our lives, but think what a reunion he and Eleine are having.
Jack & Charlotte Murnion says
Sorry to hear about your Dad (The world of internet, Ron, on the computer you set up for me). Will see you all on the 19th.
Cathi Peila says
To all the family: My sympathies on your loss. Losing a father, grandfather, great-grandfather leaves a vacant spot that we can’t fill except with our treasured memories and the determination to carry on his legacy. Although I didn’t get to know him personally, it was very apparent he was loved and honored very much by all of his family
Cliff and Lila Glade says
Sue, we were so sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing away. It is a hard thing to live with, but all the great memories they left us with makes it easier in time.
BIll "Dean" Holmes says
Hello to especially Ron…sorry to hear about the passing of your father. I remember many good times with Dale over the yearsl. Don’t know if Sue remembers me after all these years. My thoughts are with you. If you are together with Loita tell her about these greetings and our Love for Dale.
Carol Rath Raschkow says
Ron, Sue and families…..
I was so sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. He was such a nice person and always had a smile and a kind word. I often heard him referred to as a real gentleman. I know that he and Eleen are happy to be reunited and those of you left behind will one day join them. God Bless You and help you through these very difficult times…. Sending hugs and prayers your way..
Gloria and D.J. Milroy says
Sue, Ron, Becky and family…may the Lord walk with each of you at this difficult time…I will always remember J.E. with great fondness and respect. He was a true gentleman in every way. I know that you all will miss him dearly and pray that the many memories you have with him will be of a comfort to you. Holding you close in our hearts and prayers…….
Rod & Lorri Coulter says
To the Stanton Family… I have such fond memories of all your family and still miss seeing you at the Fairview Hall. What a wonderful, genuine, gentleman J.E. was. We are praying for your family during this time.
Rod & Lorri
Greg & Colleen Butler says
Sue, Ron, Becky, & Family,
You are in our thoughts and prayers. J.E. was one of the kindest men we have ever known. We have many happy memories of time spent with him at Brusett. He made Greg feel so welcome all those years ago and that meant a lot to us. We love you!
Greg & Colleen
J Johnson says
Dear Family and Friends of – James Ebert Stanton – Please be comforted by Bible promises at this difficult time. Continue to dwell on the happy memories and fine qualities that you remember about Mr. Stanton. Death and suffering was not part of God’s original purpose for mankind. Everything that God created was “very good” (Genesis 1:31). Death came to mankind due to Adam’s sin (Genesis 2:17). Because of Jesus’ ransom sacrifice, hope of everlasting life was restored and death will be done away with (Revelation 21:4). Faith in these Bible promises and looking forward to the joy of seeing Mr. Stanton in perfect Paradise conditions hopefully will ease the pain of loss.
Sherry Oster says
Dear Sue, Ron and Stanton Family;
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time. Hugs to all of you.
Sherry Oster
Marcy Parks says
Sue,
I am so sorry to hear about your dad. My heart goes out to you; you are in my thoughts and prayers. God be with you, giving you strength and peace in the midst of this.
Linda & Mike Rogers says
What a fine man J.E. is, I know you miss him terribly but he has not left your hearts but
just moved to a new and perfect home.
Love and prayers. Linda & Mike
Richard and Pam Galla says
Sue,Ron and all the Stantons we are so sorry to hear about the loss of J E he was a great man and will surely be missed by us all.Pam&Richard
Deb Brown says
Sue, Ron and Family, may cherished memories, time and the support of loved ones help you through the lose of your special loved one. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Edwin and Janet Clark says
To the families of JE Stanton, I didn’t know him well, I’m sure Edwin has many good memories. I only knew him as JE, guess I thought JE was just his name. Our prayers for comfort and peace be with you all.
Shannon Holmen says
Sue, so sad about your dad. I never knew him, but know it’s hard to loose your father. My prayers, shannon
Jeannette Larsen says
Sue, what a great loss for you, he sounded like such a wonderful man. Now ,I know what a wonderful and kind person you are! God Bless You!