1909
Stanley
2008
Stanley Walton
October 6, 1909 — July 11, 2008
STANLEY V. WALTON
Stanley Victor Walton, died peacefully at home with his family at his side on July 11, 2008. He was 98 years old and preceded in death by his wife of 71 years, Madelyn. A remarkable man, loved by all that knew him, he will be missed. He also will be remembered for his gentlemanly kindness and considerate approach to life and his friends.
Stan was born in Berkeley, California on October 6, 1909, attended Berkeley High School then the University of California, Berkeley in 1928. He was a member of the Phi Delta Theta fraternity. His education was interrupted by the economic times but Stan persisted in pursuit of his education and obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Plant Science at the University of California, Davis in 1937. An active student, Stan was president of the Honor Society, member of the Student Body Executive Committee, and a University of California, Davis cheer leader.
Following graduation from the University of California, Davis, Stan joined the University of California Extension Service. In 1944 he enlisted in the United States Navy and was the communications officer for Admiral Joy in the Pacific Theatre. Following the war he developed the Donner Ski Ranch at the top of the Donner Summit. As an avid skier, he was coach, trainer, and mentor to his daughter Starr, from her childhood to her being chosen to become a member of the 1964 Olympic Team, competing in Innsbruck, Austria. Stan was an excellent skier, United States Senior Champion in 1964, recipient of the Charles Procter Award and retired from skiing at the age of 88. During his active years in skiing, he was elected President of the Far West Ski Association and a member of the National Ski Association Board of Directors. Stan was elected to the California Kandahar Ski Club in 1950, later served as president of the organization 1970-71 and was of only two members to be awarded life long honorary membership.
Using his agronomy education, in 1950, Stan became active again in agriculture, initially associated with Cal Approved Seed Association and the California Farm Bureau. As a licensed pilot, he cofounded Farm Air Inc. an agricultural aviation company based in Yolo and Sacramento Counties. He retired from an active business career in 1978. This allowed him to pursue his love of skiing and tennis. Stan was an active Rotarian, beginning with his membership in the Truckee Rotary in 1948 and subsequently joining Sacramento Rotary. His active participation led to his receiving the Paul Harris Award in 1985 and elected to Honorary Member of the Rotary Club.
Stanley died leaving his daughter, Starr Walton Hurley, grandson, Brandon Walton Hurley, his wife, DeAnn, brother, Bill, his wife Gloria and nieces, Brenda, Tracy, Robin and nephew Bill, Jr.
A celebration of his truly remarkable life will be held on Sunday, July 27th 2-4pm in his home. Remembrances should be directed to University of California, Davis Cancer Center, Yolo Hospice or charity of choice.
Stanley Victor Walton, died peacefully at home with his family at his side on July 11, 2008. He was 98 years old and preceded in death by his wife of 71 years, Madelyn. A remarkable man, loved by all that knew him, he will be missed. He also will be remembered for his gentlemanly kindness and considerate approach to life and his friends.
Stan was born in Berkeley, California on October 6, 1909, attended Berkeley High School then the University of California, Berkeley in 1928. He was a member of the Phi Delta Theta fraternity. His education was interrupted by the economic times but Stan persisted in pursuit of his education and obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Plant Science at the University of California, Davis in 1937. An active student, Stan was president of the Honor Society, member of the Student Body Executive Committee, and a University of California, Davis cheer leader.
Following graduation from the University of California, Davis, Stan joined the University of California Extension Service. In 1944 he enlisted in the United States Navy and was the communications officer for Admiral Joy in the Pacific Theatre. Following the war he developed the Donner Ski Ranch at the top of the Donner Summit. As an avid skier, he was coach, trainer, and mentor to his daughter Starr, from her childhood to her being chosen to become a member of the 1964 Olympic Team, competing in Innsbruck, Austria. Stan was an excellent skier, United States Senior Champion in 1964, recipient of the Charles Procter Award and retired from skiing at the age of 88. During his active years in skiing, he was elected President of the Far West Ski Association and a member of the National Ski Association Board of Directors. Stan was elected to the California Kandahar Ski Club in 1950, later served as president of the organization 1970-71 and was of only two members to be awarded life long honorary membership.
Using his agronomy education, in 1950, Stan became active again in agriculture, initially associated with Cal Approved Seed Association and the California Farm Bureau. As a licensed pilot, he cofounded Farm Air Inc. an agricultural aviation company based in Yolo and Sacramento Counties. He retired from an active business career in 1978. This allowed him to pursue his love of skiing and tennis. Stan was an active Rotarian, beginning with his membership in the Truckee Rotary in 1948 and subsequently joining Sacramento Rotary. His active participation led to his receiving the Paul Harris Award in 1985 and elected to Honorary Member of the Rotary Club.
Stanley died leaving his daughter, Starr Walton Hurley, grandson, Brandon Walton Hurley, his wife, DeAnn, brother, Bill, his wife Gloria and nieces, Brenda, Tracy, Robin and nephew Bill, Jr.
A celebration of his truly remarkable life will be held on Sunday, July 27th 2-4pm in his home. Remembrances should be directed to University of California, Davis Cancer Center, Yolo Hospice or charity of choice.
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