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Donald Barton Sr.

Donald W. Barton Sr., 77, of Belleville, IL, born May 26, 1934, in St. David, IL, died Friday, May 11, 2012, at Memorial Hospital.    

Mr. Barton enjoyed spending time with his children and grandchildren.  He loved baseball and played for the St. Louis Cardinals minor league team.  Some of his best times was playing cards with friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Mel S. and Charlotte, nee Bell, Barton. 

Surviving are his beloved wife of 56 years, Janis B., nee Borchard, Barton, whom he married on July 16, 1955;
three sons, Donald Jr. (Donna) Barton
and Brad Barton, both of Belleville, IL,
and Brian (Terrie) Barton of Swansea, IL;
seven grandchildren, Dawn (Jason) Novak,
Andy Barton,
Brett (Kat) Barton,
Molly Barton,
Madeline Barton,
Brock Barton
and Paul Sullivan.

The family has requested no flowers.  Memorials may be made to the Down Syndrome Association of Greater St. Louis, 8420 Delmar Blvd., Suite 200, Saint Louis, MO 63124, or to the American Kidney Foundation.  Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.rennerfh.com.
 
Funeral:  At Mr. Barton’s request, cremation and private funeral services will be held.   

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Condolences Left For Donald Barton Sr.

    Rest in peace.

    Friend, , ,


    you were the best grandpa i have ever had and always wiil be the greatest grandpa ever.i miss you so much and so does maddie and i wish you were down here with us ill pray for you.

    Brock Spencer Barton, Swansea, ,


    Brian and Terrie,
    I'm very sorry to hear about Mr. Barton. You and your family are in our prayers.
    Marcus and Shannon Lamb

    Shannon Lamb, O'Fallon, MO, 63366


    Brian - I was saddened to hear the news about dad. He was a great man with a great sense of humor. I know he will be missed by many. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I am so sorry for your loss.
    Love to everyone. xoxoxoxo
    Adria

    Adria Panepinto, North Olmsted, Ohio, 44070


    Brian and Terrie,
    So sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. I know how strong the Barton family is and that you will make it thru this. All of you are in my prayers.

    Martha Crofton, St Louis, Mo, 63074


    Brian,

    Our sincere condolences and prayers to you and your family.

    Sam & Helen Waters

    Sam & Helen Waters, O'Fallon, IL, 62269


    Brian and Terrie, my condolences for your loss. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.

    Patricia Rosier, St. Louis, Missouri, 63120


    Don,
    Sorry to hear the news of your Dad's passing. My condolences.

    Andy Nicks, St. Louis, MO, 63129


    Our deepest sympathy to the entire Barton family. Don was a great neighbor, talking about his family and always asking how our kids were doing and with his sense of humor we enjoyed the back yard talks. He will be missed.

    Gary, Mary, Greg and Ryan Blome, Belleville, Illinois, 62223


    Don and family,Please accept my condolences on the passing of your father.When i saw the obit I thought of the days of khoury league baseball. those were good times. I amsure some of your Dad's proudest moments were watching you and your brothers compete.My thoughts and prayers are with you as you go through these difficult times

    Dennis Rueter, Columbia, IL, 62236


    Our deepest sympathy to the Barton family. May the good times and great memories help you through this most difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

    BARNEY & LAVERNE ELSER, Swansea, IL, 62226


    Brian, Terrie and Family
    I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Let us know if there is anything we can do for you.
    Jeff & Bob

    Jeff Webb, St Charles , MO, 63301


    To Janis and Family.

    I do not think of Don without a smile coming to my face. He was always the guy with the humor in our family. A very witty person. We will miss him.

    Raechel Trimble, Loveland, Colorado, 80537


    Brian, Terrie, Maddie, & Brock we are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

    Laurie & Chad Gray and Family, Swansea, IL, 62226


    Dear Janis and Family,
    There are so many good memories I have of Don. Our mother had seven sons-in-law and Don was her favorite. Regardless of how irritated she could get with him, he would always make her smile. He never missed a chance to taunt her about her Republicans even though I suspect he was of that political party himself. Several times in my own life, Don was there for me. And, of course, I was always smiling when I talked to him. Rest in peace, Don. I know that your new home is a happier place because you are there. Love, Jane

    Jane Weber, Encinitas, CA, 92024


    The Barton Family
    In each of our lives we have people that pass through. Some leave us with memories that stay with us forever. Don was one of those people. He was a one of a kind man. Always a people person with a very keen sense of humor and a joke to tell. Don and I had so many good times together-whether it be arguing, having lunch together, or planning on how to get rich quickly! I suspect you are now instructing your maker on the fine points of fast money. I was very lucky to have known you! Thanks for all the happy times. Rest in Peace old friend. Love Barb

    Barb Schenkelberg, Urbandale , Iowa, 50322


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