Joseph Ernest Alton

Mr. Joseph Ernest Alton, of Farmington, passed away early Thursday morning, June 16, 2005, at Parkland Health Center - South, Farmington, at the age of 78 years. Joseph was born June 16, 1927, in Evanston, Illinois to Oliver Alton & Madonna 'Trefny' Alton. He was also preceded by, his wife, Jeanne Izilla 'Montgomery' Alton (March 18, 1999); 1 son, Charles Alton (1971); 2 Sisters & 1 Brother.

Joseph was: * a US NAVY Veteran of World War II; * a member of Farmington Presbyterian Church & * a retired Insurance Agent.

Survivors Include: 2 DAUGHTERS: Constance 'Mrs. Steven' Vandre, of Springfield, MO. & Marcia 'Mrs. James' Cocozza, of Sedalia, MO; 1 SON: Dwight Monty (& Toni) Alton, of Ellisville, MO; Also surviving are 7 Grandchildren & 6 Great-Grandchildren.

Pursuant to Mr. Alton's wishes, there will be No Local Visitation. Graveside services will be Friday, 2:00 p.m., June 17, 2005, at Oak Hill Cemetery - 10305 Big Bend Blvd - Kirkwood, MO., (Phone: (314) 821.4511), with Rev. Jesse Perry officiating, under direction of Taylor Funeral Service, Inc.

Memorials may be made to: The Donor's Choice.