Wiley Eugene Staton, age 93, passed away on Tuesday, February 26, 2019. Born in Halifax County on July 17, 1925, he was the son of the late Wiley and Viola Staton. He was also preceded in death by sisters, Frances Staton, Geneva Lilly, Louise Pierce; and brother, Marvin Staton.
He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Shirley Duke Staton, sons, Dennis Staton and wife Sue of Spring Hope and Eugene Staton and wife Lisa of Amarillo, TX; three grandchildren; one great-grandson.
A visitation will be held on Tuesday, March 5, 2019 from 2 - 3 p.m. at Johnson Funeral Home with the funeral service following at 3 p.m. in the Chapel of the Funeral Home with the Rev. Steve Kirkland officiating. Burial will follow at Rocky Mount Memorial Park.
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