Walter John Stanton Jr.

Born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on September 14, 1932, Walter was a graduate of LaSalle College and a proud veteran of the United States Navy. After his military service, he built a successful career as a certified public accountant, known for his precision, work ethic, and professionalism. In 1971, he relocated with his family to Phoenix, where he continued his career and built a life rooted in service, love, and community.

Walter had a lifelong passion for softball, both as a player and a coach. He shared that love of the game with many over the years and found great joy in mentoring others through sports. Most of all, he cherished time spent with his family, always present for a good conversation with a listening ear, a playful joke and a warm smile.

He is survived by his children, Isabella Murphy, Christine Goodman, and Michael Stanton; grandchildren Chelsea, Jonathan, Gerri, Michelle, Ryan, Allison, Sam, and Addison; and great-grandson Jack. He was preceded in death by his daughters, Peggy Geller and Stacey Tayler, and his granddaughter Kali.

Walter will be remembered for his integrity, devotion to his family, and a legacy of laughter and love that will continue to live on through all who knew him.

A Memorial Mass will be held on Friday, August 22, at 10:30 a.m. at A.L. Moore-Grimshaw Bethany Chapel, 710 W. Bethany Home Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85013. Interment will follow at the National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the SMA Fathers, 23 Bliss Avenue, Tenafly, NJ 07670.