William R. Stayton Obituary

We are sad to announce that on February 3, 2025, at the age of 99, William R. Stayton of Campbellsville, Kentucky passed away. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of William R. Stayton to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Robert "Bob" Stayton and Lear Ruth Stayton (Christie); his wife Gladys Irene Williams Stayton; his daughter Dreama Lou Stayton Rafferty; his granddaughter Debra Lynn Rafferty; and his sisters, Leora Lavine, Beatrice Burton, Jewell Flinchum and Freda Stayton.

He is survived by: his brothers, Leadis R. Stayton (Susie) of Johnsport, IL and Lanous R. Stayton of Covington, KY.; and his nephews, Raymond Lee Stayton and Steven Flinchum.

In Lieu of flowers donations are suggested to be made to the Galilean Children's Home and can be made at the funeral home.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
LR Petty Funeral Home and Cremation Service

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L.R. Petty Funeral Home and Cremation Service
1765 New Columbia Rd, Campbellsville, KY 42718

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L.R. Petty Funeral Home and Cremation Service
1765 New Columbia Rd, Campbellsville, KY 42718

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Feb 10

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Campbellsville Memorial Gardens
700 Old US 68, Campbellsville, KY 42718

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Campbellsville Memorial Gardens
700 Old US 68, Campbellsville, KY 42718

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