John Howard Stanford's obituary , Passed away on October 3, 2025 in Meadville, Pennsylvania

John Howard Stanford

August 3, 1938 - October 3, 2025 (87 years old)

Meadville, Pennsylvania

John Howard Stanford's obituary , Passed away on October 3, 2025 in Meadville, Pennsylvania

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Van Matre Family Funeral Home

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John Howard Stanford

August 3, 1938 - October 3, 2025 (87 years old)

Meadville, Pennsylvania

John Howard Stanford Obituary

We are sad to announce that on October 3, 2025 we had to say goodbye to John Howard Stanford of Meadville, Pennsylvania. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of John Howard Stanford or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

In the vast expanse of eternity, John Howard shall find rest, cradled in the arms of everlasting peace. And as we bid John Howard farewell, his loved ones carry with them the precious gift of his memory, a beacon of hope guiding them through the shadows of sorrow towards the light of a new dawn.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Howard Bailey Stanford and Winifred Mae Beddows Stanford. He is survived by: his wife Sally Lou Hotchkiss Stanford; his sons, Doug and Keith; and his grandchildren, Ava, Tyler and Audrey.

A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, October 14th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the New Richmond Cemetery.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Van Matre Family Funeral Home



Tue

Oct 14

Graveside service

11:00 AM

New Richmond Cemetery

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