Charles Stanton

CHAMPAIGN Forever in our hearts. Charles "Chuck" L. Stanton, 88, of Champaign, IL went to be with the Lord on the April 6, 2020 12:26 pm at Carle Foundation Hospital, Urbana.

He was born September 27, 1931, in Urbana, a son of Pearl "Bill" Stanton and Helen Foreman Higgins. He married Margie V. Stanton on December 8, 1950 in Champaign, IL. She preceded him in death December 24, 2018. They were married 68 years.

Surviving are a two daughters, Sherry Stanton of Champaign and Sarah Newkirk (John) of New Market, TN. One grandson Cale Hopper (Lauren), Homer and three granddaughters Jill Hopper, Champaign, Jennifer Clevenger of (TN) and Lynn Minton (TN); and 9 great-grandchildren. He leaves behind several cousins, nieces and nephews as well.

He was preceded in death by his parents, wife and one sister (Shirley Miller).

Chuck served in the U. S. Army. He retired from the University of Illinois Water Station and was a University of Illinois Firefighter. After retirement he worked and sold lawn mowers, raised tropical birds, enjoyed vacations, and enjoyed being a husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He enjoyed Illini football and basketball, the Chicago Cubs and Chicago Bears.

Due to COVID 19 services will be private and a celebration of his life will be held at a later date. Burial will be at Grandview Memorial Gardens in Champaign, Il. The Rev. James Blue will officiate.

Memorials may be made to the VFW or American Legion post 5520

Please join his family in sharing photos, videos and memories on his tribute wall at www.sunsetfuneralhome.com