Thomas Stanton, age 49, of Jordan passed away Wednesday, May 6, 2015 at the Garfield County Health Center in Jordan.
Tom was born on February 7, 1966 in Jordan, Montana, the son of Thomas Franklin and Claudia Ann (Wright) Stanton. He grew up and attended schools in Jordan. Tom met the LUV of his life on July 4th of 1994 and wasted no time in asking her to marry him. They said “I Do” on September 4th 1994 and have enjoyed 20 wonderful years together! The early years found Tom trucking down the road hauling wheat and cows. Most days Tom had the “Whole Crew” Marlo, Shawn, Ashley & Michelle with him. Once school started, Michelle soon became Tom’s co-pilot helping him to haul cows out of state. In December of ’99 Tom and Marlo started a new adventure with the State of Montana, working highway maintenance. Tom first started plowing snow in the West Yellowstone and Big Sky area in addition to helping Jack Whitman. June of 2000 found Tom back in Jordan. Yes, working for the State Highway Department. Tom and Marlo continued to help out on the Family Ranch and eventually started their Commercial Spray Business, TOMAR AG. Over the course of 15 years Tom built up a very successful business! The compassion and time that Tom put into his spray business made it just about as important to him as were his Grand Babies! He found much joy in spending time with them. Tom had an extremely close relationship with granddaughter Savannah. Even though Riley-Faith, Carter and Cayson (whom he never had the pleasure to meet) were so far away, Tom got the Biggest Smile and brightest twinkle in his eyes when he talked about them ALL!!
Tom is survived by his wife Marlo Stanton of Jordan, MT; a son Shawn (Nicole) Stanton currently stationed at Ft. Wainwright, Fairbanks, AK and daughter Riley Faith; two daughters: Ashley (Chay) Larsen of Terry, MT and their children Savannah, Kennedi and Makenna; Michelle Stanton of Greeley, CO and her children Carter and Cayson; three sisters: Deanna (Jim) Anderson of Billings, MT; Darla (Fransisco) Soto of Laurel, MT; a brother Niles (Jamie) Stanton of Brusett, MT; and Dixi (Brad) Wimmer of Bozeman, MT; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, May 10, 2015 from 1:00-6:00 p.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Jordan. Funeral services will be held on Monday, May 11, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. at the VFW Hall in Jordan. Interment will follow in the Butte Creek Cemetery. Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home of Jordan is in charge of the arrangements. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.stevensonandsons.com.
Service Schedule
Visitation
1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Sunday May 10, 2015
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
Jordan, Montana 59337
Service Schedule
Visitation
1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Sunday May 10, 2015
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
Jordan, Montana 59337
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Kara Clark Lambert says
There are no words that will make the hurt go away . Just want you all to know I am thinking of you and sending my love. So many memories I smile through my tears.
Mitzi Beecher says
So sorry to hear about your loss thoughts and prayers and God Bless you all.
Shorty and Judy Brush says
So Sorry for your lose God has gained another Angel to watch over us. Praying for God to give you the strength now and in the days to come
Tim and Cheri Hafla says
May God wrap his arms around all of you and help each of you thru this very hard time, he was a very special man and will be missed.. Love and Hugs
Janna Beckler says
I am so very sorry for the loss of Tom. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Joe and Bev Murnion says
Just want you all to know that we are thinking about you all There is nothing we can say or do to ease the hurt you all have Tom was a great friend and guy Will long be remembered Our deepest sympathy and prayers to all
Teddy Robertson says
Dear Marlo,Tom,Claudia and Families,
Because I understand the profound grief your feeling, I also know all you need to do right now is just receive the love that’s sent knowing so many care about you. My sincerest sympathies and prayers are with you all.
Carl and Pat Wallace says
Dear Tom, Claudia and Family,
Sorry to hear of you losing your son. We extend our condolences, thoughts and prayers.
May our Lord give you comfort as only He can.
John & Jenny Frady says
sorry to hear the news of Tom . My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family may God Bless you all
Marian Watt says
Tom and Claudia, so so sorry to hear this. No words can express how badly I feel for you all.
Keeping you in My prayers
Gloria and DJ Milroy says
There are no words to convey what I feel in my heart. May the Lord walk with each of you and may your memories of happy times be a comfort to you. With much love – holding you close in my heart.
Cindy Stanton & family says
Tommy will be missed by so many. He was a joy to be around when he was growing up and although quiet, I never ran into him that he didn’t visit when we were adults. You all have my deepest sympathy.
Roxi Burrows says
So sorry to hear of Tommy’s passing. There are no words…just know you are all in my prayers and thoughts. Cherish all you have.
Kim & Tom Cohn family says
Tom, Claudia, Marlo and families-
We are so very sorry to hear of Tom’s passing. We are praying for your comfort as you go through this difficult grieving process. May God wrap his arms around you all and comfort you during this difficult time. Hugs from Helena!!
Christine Keltner says
Sorry to read of Tom’s passing. My deepest sympathies and prayers for you all.
Ruby Burney (Cornett) says
So, so very sorry for your loss. May God wrap you in his comforting and loving arms as you go through this rough time.
Sabra Murnion says
Marlo and family, I am so deeply sorry for your sudden loss of Tom. There simply are no words of comfort that ease the pain of losing someone you love so dearly. Just know that you’re in my thoughts and prayers and, there isn’t an emotion that youre experiencing that I can’t validate….God Bless
Joyce Wallace says
So sorry to hear about Tom’s passing—that is so hare. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Earline & Rick says
Marlo, Claudia, Tom and family, We are so sorry for your loss. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. Tom was always so friendly and kind when we saw him, I really admired him because he was always asking how we were doing and I know he did not feel good himself. That really is the true measure of a man, gentle, kind and caring.
Glenn Crawford says
My thoughts and prayers are with the family of Tom Stanton.
Larry Barnes says
So very sorry for your loss. May God be with all of you to help you through this time. Tom was a great man and will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Keep your faith in the Lord, and cherish his memory forever.
GARY AND PAT HELM says
SO VERY SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS. TOM AND CLAUDIA OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. GOD BLESS YOU ALL.
John and Lillian Loomis says
We are so sorry to hear about Tom passing away. He was much to young , I doesn’t seem
Fair, but God knows the future and all and felt this was his time.Sending lots of Prayers to you Marlo, Shawn,Ashley, Michelle, Tom, Claudia, and families. Let us know if we can be of any hep in any way.
Wes and Ronda Rogge says
Marlo and Family,
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Tom. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
May God watch over you guys in the coming days.
Mary Skyberg says
Marlo…..I am so sorry for your loss……..May GOD give you and yours strength during this difficult time. Prayers and blessings to all of you…
Allen and Karen Barnes says
To all of Tom’s family – may your good memories help you through this very difficult time and may the love of God and the caring of all your friends and family be a comfort to you.
Shelley Fogle says
Tom, Claudia, Marlo, siblings , Children, and Grandchildren you are all in my thoughts and prayers! I am so very very sorry for your loss! May GOD and his ANGELS wrap their loving supportive arms around all of you as you grieve the loss of your loved one – today and the days to come.
Dorthy Ley says
So sorry for your loss Tom & Claudia, only someone who has lost a child can know the loss you two dear people share. I did not know him or his wife but know your all in my prayers.
Sandy and Charles says
Marlo, Tom, Claudia and family, Words cannot properly convey how deeply sorry we are to hear of Tommy’s death. The loss of a child is like no other loss, and the loss of a husband and father leaves the family rudderless. Our prayer is that you can find solace in your happy memories, and that your pain can diminish with time.
Love.
The Gifford Family says
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Edie Ballensky Best says
I’ll always remember Tom’s wide happy smile. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family at this difficult time.
Jo Ryan says
Tom, Claudia and Family,
I can see that smile, Tom always had one. He was quiet and shy but always had a smile.
Treasure the memories, and know that I am thinking of you at such a hard time. God bless you all.
Tom & Janean says
Tom and I are so very, very sorry for your loss of Tommy. Even though I did not know him well, he was my Tom’s best friend and co-worker and nearly every day I heard stories of what had transpired during their workday. I do know that he was a very kind, caring, compassionate, hard working man who loved his family very much. He will be missed.
Alyce Haider says
Tom and Claudia I never new your son but I am so sorry for your Loss. from all of the reading I have done you must have raised a good one. My thoughts and prayers are with you
Alyce Haider says
I am so sorry for not spelling knew right wonder what school I went to LOL
Jana Hance says
To all of Tommy’s family – my heart breaks for you. I have many fond memories of Tommy from Dorm Life. His wonderful laugh and smile will surely be missed.
Alroy, Tasha and Devin Solle says
Stanton family, we are sorry for your loss. I have many Wonder memories of Tommy as I grew up visiting Tom and Claudia. Chay,Ashley and girls I am sorry for the loss of grandpa.
Shane Hansard says
To the Stanton Family, I am very sorry to hear about Tommy. he is the happiest going person I have ever known. It is a great loss! My deepest sympathy to you all.
Bill, Marilyn and Jennifer O'Neill says
To Uncle Tom and Aunt Claudia, Deanna, Darla, Dixie and Niles; We can only imagine how sad you are feeling. Just know we are thinking of you all, not just now, but in the rough days to come.
To Marlo and family, We know you will miss Tommy every hour and every day. Hold on to the memories you made together.
John 5:28, 29
Rod & Lorri Coulter says
To the Stanton Family,
May God’s love comfort you all at this time and bring healing to your families.
With deepest sympathy,
Rod & Lorri
Sharon Carpenter says
Dear Claudia, Tom, Marlo and entire family.
Please know my heart is with you all today and in the difficult days to come. May God bring comfort to all of you and your beautiful memories sustain you. I love you and pray for you.
Carol Rath Raschkow says
To all of Tom’s family…
May God be with all of you as you mourn the loss of Tom. He was such a nice, friendly man,,and will be missed by so many…
Edwin and Janet Clark says
Our deepest sympathies and prayers for all of the family. Hard to believe and understand why but believe that God has a plan for all of us. May your memories help you today and all the tomorrows.
Elise says
Uncle Tom Aunt Claudia Deanna Darla Dixie Niles Tommy was a great person I remember coming out to the ranch I don’t think I was much more than six or seven I was wandering around following Grandma and Tommy was in the coral I don’t remember why but I remember saying to him those cows are really big (probably because well I was short) he smiled and said that’s because they are giant cows I asked him why they weren’t giant to him he smiled and said because I’m a giant. For a long time I was truly convinced he was and in a way he was he had a giant heart a loving man to all who were lucky enough to know him to know him was to love him
Marlow and kids know that his love will be ever present we are here now and always we are family
Kelly Childers and family says
To all he family,
We are so sorry for your loss. The world will be a lot different without Tom’s smiling face and chuckle. Treasure your memories and keep them close. Prayers and hugs for you.
Phil and Darlene Shawver says
Marlo and Family, Tom, Claudia and Family We are sending our Condolences ,Prayers, Love , and Hugs to all of you. May you find comfort in Gods Love and all of the Great Memories you have . May the Lord help you find Light at this time of darkness.If we can help in any way we are here for you.
DODIE & NEAL PAXSON says
Marlo & family, Tom, Claudia & family,
With a very heavy heart I extend prayers, peace, strength, love & hugs to all! Tommy was and will be remembered as the great fellow he was. Always a smile and a giggle and willingness to help all. May you all find peace and comfort in the days ahead through the many treasured memories. Peace, Prayers & Hugs to all!
Dodie
Larry & Chris Petersen says
Marlo & family ~ May kind thoughts and cherished memories sustain you in your time of sorrow and bring you some measure of peace. Praying for your comfort in this season of sadness . {{{{ HUGS }}}}
Diana & Calvin Thomas says
Marlo & family, Tom, Claudia & family
We are so very sorry for your loss. Tom was such a nice guy and he will be missed by all who knew him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time.
Darryl and Sonja Turner says
Stanton families,
So sorry to hear about losing Tom, he will certainly be missed by everyone. May the good Lord comfort you at this difficult time.
Curtis & Flossie Phipps says
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts & prayers are with you.
Candy Bollinger Huseby says
Thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. God Bless
Robert Guesanburu says
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. So sorry for your loss.
Brett mosby says
Sorry for your loss. Your families are in my prayers.
Melodie Milroy Charette says
To Marlo and all of “Baby Curls”s family. What a giant impact Tom had on us all. He had the personality and the twinkle in his eyes that could make anyone melt. Thank goodness that we were all able to know him. There will be so much grief, but also a calming peace in knowing that he no longer suffers. His family and friends will carry a part of this special man with them always. We pray that the healing comes, and that his lifework and personality carry on through you all, who he was so proud of and loved so much.
I apologize that I cannot be at his services today. But, please let me know if there is anything I can do, and by all means, get ahold of me when you are in Billings.
Jackie Currey says
Marlo & family and Tom, Claudia & family…..
Your Tommy was a special person to so many. A good husband, father, son, brother, and friend to so many. I am keeping all of you in my prayers. This is so hard to lose someone we love so much. God Bless all of you, may he give you the strength that you need and may time begin to heal your broken hearts.
Darrel and Clair Brown says
Tom was a good hand to work with and good guy to be around. Our prayers and thoughts are with his family and friends.
Savannah Larsen Tom's granddaughter says
My papa tom was the best papa I could ask for I loved him and he loved me I still can’t get over that he is gone. I’m 11 and he died when I was 5 so we’ve been away from each other for 6 years. I still cry because I miss him so much. My life is just getting harder and harder each year. because he isn’t with me.😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭.He was my best friend I still can’t get over that he is gone he’s missed so many of my birthdays is miss my first year of volleyball he’s going to miss my first season of playing basketball is missed pretty much all the biggest moments in my life.