Stanton W. Newton Jr., 79

On Oct. 5, 2026, the community, of Hebron, lost a beloved husband, father, grandfather, veteran, and cherished local character with the passing of Stanton W. Newton Jr., known to so many simply as Stan.

Born on Feb. 4, 1947 in Mount Kisco, New York, to Eleanor and Stanton Newton Sr., Stan grew up in South Salem, New York, and graduated from John Jay High School. Following graduation, he enlisted in the United States Army and served in Vietnam, as a member of the military police. His service to his country was an important part of his life and a reflection of his steadfast sense of duty. Stan was also an avid hunter who treasured time in the woods and embraced the freedom and simplicity of the camping life.

After returning home from military service, Stan headed to Alaska, where he proudly served as an Alaska State Trooper. Eventually, his journey brought him to Hebron, where he founded Newfound Maintenance, the first property maintenance company on Newfound Lake. Through his work and his generous spirit, Stan quickly became a fixture in the community. He was always ready to lend a hand, tackle a project, or help someone in need. Often, these acts of kindness came without being asked and without any expectation of recognition. Stan simply saw something that needed doing and quietly took care of it. His humility and generosity were among his most enduring qualities.

In 1994, Stan and his beloved wife, Cindy, built their dream home and created Spirit of the Red Horse Farm on Hobart Hill. It was a place of joy, family, animals, and hospitality — a welcoming sanctuary where friends and family could gather, find comfort, and, whenever needed, have a place to stay.

Stan was truly a friend to all, and few things brought him greater pleasure than climbing aboard his beloved orange “convertible” Kubota tractor and heading to the Hebron Country Store to join his fellow coffee lovers for the ever-popular “Coffee Club.” Those gatherings were the perfect setting for Stan’s understated, quick, and wonderfully dry wit to shine. He relished the companionship, the conversations around the table, and, of course, the coffee. Whether sharing a laugh or offering a helping hand, Stan had a way of making an impression without ever seeking the spotlight.

Everyone who knew Stan seems to carry a story — a moment of unexpected kindness, a humorous exchange, or a simple gesture that revealed the nature of his character. He made his community better simply by being part of it, and his absence will be deeply felt by all who were fortunate enough to know him.

He leaves behind the love of his life, his wife of more than 35 years, Cindy; his daughters, Brittany Newton; Cailey Monahan and her husband, Mark; Heather Newton and her partner, Laura Rossi, of Canada; and Kelsey Klaassen and her husband, Matthew, son-in-law Andy Harkreader; and Betty Newton of Oklahoma. He is also survived by his sister, Eleanor Myles, and her husband, Corby, of Dorchester; numerous nieces and nephews; and an immeasurable circle of friends whose lives were touched by his kindness and friendship.

Of all his many roles, one of Stan’s proudest was that of grandfather. He was the proud grandfather of 10 grandchildren.

Stan was preceded in death by his beloved daughter, Amy Harkreader, who passed away in January. We take comfort in imagining their joyful reunion and in knowing that Amy was there to welcome her father home.

The family will hold a private graveside military funeral service to honor Stan’s service to his country. A celebration of life will follow from 1 to 4 p.m., on Sunday, Nov. 8, at his beloved Spirit of the Red Horse Farm in Hebron.

In lieu of flowers, the family invites those wishing to honor Stan’s memory to carry forward his spirit of generosity by making a donation in memory of Stan to one of his favorite charities, St. Joseph’s Indian School in South Dakota, or to a charity of their choice in his name.