It is with heartfelt love and profound sadness that we announce the passing of Robert Shuman Statton, who slipped into eternal sleep on June 13th, 2026 at the grand age of 94.
Born on November 11th, 1931 in Lock Haven, Pennsylvania, Dad was the son of Bruce & Ann Statton.
Dad was best described as a ‘gentle man from a small town with ambitions to see the world’. Robert achieved this goal shortly after graduation from Lock Haven High School when he enlisted in the US Navy.
Being a passive soul, Robert didn’t want to go into battle, and instead went onto to serve as a Naval Telecommunications Officer.
He was based at the US Embassy in Grosvenor Square in London, England. This would be the first quest to fulfil his goal to expand his horizons globally.
It was here that he would meet his future wife of 60 years, Susan. Following a brief courtship, an elaborate wedding took place in London’s Mayfair with the US Commodore in attendance. Together, Robert & Sue blended two cultures into a fascinating life between Tampa Bay, Florida & England that also resulted in two children of dual nationality – Bobby & Lisa-Jane.
Robert was a man of principle, a passionate patriot of his Country and a committed professional during his post-Naval career with the General Motors Corporation until his retirement in 1999. His success was recognised with annual awards for sales excellence. His unwavering generosity and kindness throughout his life were shared with family, friends & strangers in need.
Beyond his professional achievements, his truest passion was his family. He will be fondly remembered for his love of cars, travel, legendary parties alongside his wife Susan, signature BBQs and a penchant for gardening.
He leaves behind a legacy of living a life with honesty, commitment to family, friends & Country, and for breaking through the boundaries of his humble beginnings. He will be deeply missed by his family and all who had the privilege of knowing him.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Bruce & Ann, brother Bruce, sisters June and Mary, and his wife Susan.
A private celebration of his life will be held at a later date with details to follow. The family would like express special thanks to James & Vickie Statton for their enormous love and support to Robert, Bobby & Lisa-Jane. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The American Heart Association or The Dementia Society of America.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Gedon Funeral Homes and Cremation Services, 121 W. Main St., Lock Haven, Pa., 17745
Thoughts and Memories can be made at the Gedon Funeral Homes Facebook Page or www.GedonFuneralHomes.com.