Passing of Tom Stanton (41491)

[Stuart F.]

Just received word from Tom's wife Denise that Tom passed away this morning (August 26th) from lung cancer.

Tom was an enthusiastic member of the NCRS, having traveled the country with Denise to participate in many NCRS and related Corvette events. He was a Viet Nam vet and was battling the long lasting effects of exposure to agent orange.

He recently bought a 65 coupe that he was restoring, working hard toward getting it prepared for judging. I believe most of his last posts on the board were in that regard.

He went into the hospital expecting to have a torn rotator cuff repaired, only to learn of the advanced cancer.

We've lost both a true fellow NCRS Corvette hobbyist, as well as a Brother in Arms.

May he rest in peace. We will miss him.

Stu Fox

[Jim D.]

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OMG. Tom and I have been exchanging info. on our 65 coupes for the last few months. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family. RIP Tom.

Jim

[Steven B.]

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Sorry to hear of Tom's passing. Enjoy our friends while we have them. Rest in Peace Tom.

Steve

[Bill I.]

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Into each life, a little rain must fall. Today it was raining.

Rest in Peace Tom Stanton.

[Rick A.]

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WOW! truly sorry to hear about another VietNam vet passing - RIP brother!

[Jack H.]

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Into each life, a little rain must fall. Today it was raining.

Rest in Peace Tom Stanton.

Nice sentiment Bill.

RIP Tom...thoughts and prayers for him and family. I enjoyed his recent posts regarding searching, finding, and working with passion on his Coupe.

[Joe L.]

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Just received word from Tom's wife Denise that Tom passed away this morning (August 26th) from lung cancer.

Tom was an enthusiastic member of the NCRS, having traveled the country with Denise to participate in many NCRS and related Corvette events. He was a Viet Nam vet and was battling the long lasting effects of exposure to agent orange.

He recently bought a 65 coupe that he was restoring, working hard toward getting it prepared for judging. I believe most of his last posts on the board were in that regard.

He went into the hospital expecting to have a torn rotator cuff repaired, only to learn of the advanced cancer.

We've lost both a true fellow NCRS Corvette hobbyist, as well as a Brother in Arms.

May he rest in peace. We will miss him.

Stu Fox

Stu------


Truly shocking. First, Charlie Caddenhead, now so close thereafter, Tom Stanton. They say it comes in threes

[Ronald L.]

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It is events like these that put in real perspective the "p-contest" going on in another post. Not meaning to soil this thread, but really, life is too short .

[Richard M.]

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Stu,

This is very sad, and I must say shocking news. Our sorrows go out to Denise and family in these difficult times. I had the pleasure of meeting Tom and Denise at the Regional this past year in Kissimmee. They spent about an hour with me looking and talking about our 63 coupe for sale in the corral. We spoke some time later on the phone about other cars and his search for a midyear. Tom was so enthusiastic about finding his dream car. I am now glad he was able to find one before the tragic news of his illness. I'm still shocked thinking about it.

If you have any further information regarding arrangements and if there is a link to a funeral home website with a condolences page I would like to send a note to the family.

Thank you in advance....
Regards,
Rich

[Jack H.]

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http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/new...&pid=144968707

Thomas Lynn Stanton, Sr., 60 of Cape Coral, FL passed away after a short battle with cancer on Thursday, August 26, 2010 at his home. He was born on November 13, 1949 in Troy, Pennsylvania. He moved to Cape Coral in 1980 from Elmira, NY. Thomas was a veteran of the Vietnam War serving in the U.S. Army from 1968 to 1971. He is a member of St. Andrew Catholic Church, V.F.W. Post 8463, D.A.V. Chapter 108, Corvette Museum and the N.C.R.S. (National Corvette Restores Society).
He is survived by his loving family including his wife, Denise Stanton; children, Kim Stanton of Ft. Myers, Thomas L. Stanton, II of Cape Coral, Jameson DePaola of Cape Coral; parents, Horace Burton Stanton, II and Lois Marie Shieve Stanton of Horsehead, NY; brothers, Jeffrey Stanton of Elmira, NY and Bill Stanton of Erin, NY; granddaughter, Jazmyn DePaola; nephew, Corey Stanton; nieces, Mallory Stanton and Brooke Roberts. He was predeceased by his aunt, Jean Viscelli.
The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 pm on Monday at Coral Ridge Funeral Home, 1630 SW Pine Island Rd., Cape Coral. The funeral service will be at 10 am on Tuesday at the funeral home with entombment to follow at Coral Ridge Cemetery with military honors provided by V.F.W. Post 8463. In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations in his memory be made to Hope Hospice, 2430 Diplomat Parkway East, Cape Coral. Please visit www.coralridgefuneralhome.com to share in his life story and leave online thoughts and memories for his family or call 1-800-553-0107 and enter code 21911089 to leave a message.

[Michael F.]

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sorry to hear of his passing, may his family be blessed with many friends and family during their time of need.

[Paul H.]

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Sorry to hear this. Rest in Peace Tom.

[Stuart F.]

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Jack;

Thanks for posting the website and funeral information for Tom. I just returned this evening from Carlisle and, although I got a followup E-Mail there from Denise using my son's iphone, I found that device has some limitations and were unable to post the information.

Stu Fox

[Mark T.]

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Tom was a true corvette enthusiast. I loved the passion and detail he had for his cars. I judged his C 4 and helped him sell it at the winter regional the next year. To show his appreciation he sent me all of his extra C4 parts, including original air and oil filters. He wouldn't even let me pay for the shipping.
The NCRS has lost another great member.
Tom RIP you will be missed
MARK

[Stuart F.]

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Tom's service will be held this morning (08/31/2010). It would be nice if we could pause and say a little prayer on his behalf about mid morning. Also, if you have the time, please sign the guest book @ www.coralridgefuneralhome.com or call 1-800-553-0107 code #21911089 and leave a voice message.

Thanks to all who have posted here as well. I'll make a copy and send on to Denise and his family. Hearing from some of those who shared his passion for the hobby will hopefully bring her some measure of comfort.

Stu Fox