Richard J. Colton, 84, of Surprise, Arizona, passed away on June 6, 2011. He is survived by his loving wife, Miriam G. Colton, sons, Rick (Connie), Todd (Meredith) and Kerry (Corby) Colton and grandchildren, Brianne, Mike, Taylor, Krystyn, K.C. and Jade. Richard served in the U.S. Navy in WWII. He also loved to golf and absolutely adored his grandchildren. He will be dearly missed by all those who loved him. Memorial services will be scheduled at a later date. For more information, please visit www.surprisefuneralcare.com