Paul J. Stanton, 89, of WaKeeney, KS, passed away on March 8, 2023.  Paul was born in WaKeeney on July 8, 1933, to James and Eleanor (Robben) Stanton. He graduated from Trego Community High School in 1951.

Paul went on to serve in the United States Navy, for which he was very proud.  He travelled to many places during his service.

On November 10, 1962, Paul was united in marriage to Martina Rohr at Christ the King Catholic Church in WaKeeney.  They were blessed with and raised four children at their home in WaKeeney which Paul built.  He felt his most important job was providing for his family and being a good husband and father. During his 40-plus year working career, Paul worked for KDOT, Abercrombie and QuinStar. He enjoyed tackling projects that seemed impossible to most, spending time with friends at the coffee shop and travelling with his family; but what he really enjoyed most was spoiling his grandchildren and his four-legged friends he called his "Sheppies".  During his retirement years, he never missed "The Price is Right".  He and Martina enjoyed going gambling whenever they had the opportunity, and he loved scratching lottery tickets.

Paul is survived by his wife Martina of the home, children Tim (Melissa) Stanton of Ellis and their children Logan and Jessie; Terry (Shelly) Stanton of Larned and their children Kyle and Zachary; Troy (Chrissy) Stanton of Hays and their children Sonya, Ethan, Madison and Connor; and Tammy (Trevor) Hallagin of WaKeeney and their daughter Kristi (Joe) Wood and two great-grandchildren Lily & Sophie Wood.  He is also survived by his brother Francis Stanton of Denver, CO.

Paul was preceded in death by his parents.

Funeral service will be held at 10:30 on Friday, March 17th at Christ the King Catholic Church in WaKeeney, KS. Burial will follow at Kansas Veterans' Cemetery in WaKeeney.

Visitation will be Thursday, March 16 ^th from 5 to 7 at Schmitt Funeral Home in WaKeeney.

In lieu of flowers (if desired), memorial contributions are suggested to the Humane Society of the High Plains, Hays, KS or the American Legion. Post 301, Grainfield, KS.  Donations may be sent to Schmitt Funeral Home, 336 North 12 ^th , WaKeeney, KS.