Stephen A. Barton, 69, of Boyertown, husband of Sheila M. (Valdéz) Barton of 43 years, passed away Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at Reading Hospital.
Born in House Springs, Missouri, he was the son of the late Lloyd and Dora (Gudermuth) Barton.
Stephen loved photography and was an avid gardener. He was a talented high school athlete who formed lifelong bonds with his former teammates. Stephen was a loving family man who always encouraged his wife and kids to follow their dreams.
Surviving along with his wife is his son Chris Barton (Marianne); daughter Andréa Tuten (Ian); grandchildren Ira Jan Tuten and Nathaniel Stephen Barton; brother Robert Bell (Kay) and multiple nieces and nephews.
Along with his parents, he was predeceased by his brothers Larry Bell and Bill Barton.
A memorial service will be held Monday October 21, 2024 at 11:30 AM at Catagnus Funeral Home & Cremation Center, LLC., 1020 E. Philadelphia Ave., Gilbertsville, PA 19525. Interment will be private. Visitation will be held Monday from 9:30-11:15 AM at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Stephen’s memory to Pancreatic Cancer Action Network