Jason E. Stanton, 52, of Montpelier, Indiana, passed away on Saturday, May 2, 2026, at 3:15 p.m. at Envive of Berne in Berne, Indiana. He was born on May 25, 1973, in Hartford City, Indiana, the son of Billy and Marjorie Stanton. Jason graduated from Blackford High School in 1991, where he was a talented athlete. He played basketball and served as a pitcher for the baseball team. After high school, he played baseball in Germany and later joined the Portland Rockets softball team, helping them win a state championship. He attended Olivet Nazarene University for five years, where he earned a degree in Criminal Justice. Jason dedicated his career to public service and entrepreneurship. He worked at the Juvenile Detention Center in Muncie, served as an officer with the Montpelier Police Department, and was actively involved in the family business, Stantons Service. He also owned and operated Stantons Lawn Care for many years. In addition, Jason assisted his father with farming and construction projects. Jason will be remembered as a dedicated family man, a passionate athlete, and a hardworking individual who contributed to his community in many ways.

Survivors include his Father Billy E. Stanton, Montpelier, IN. along with several Aunt, Uncles, & Cousins.

He was preceded in death by his Mother Marjorie Sue (Ellison) Stanton.

Family and friends may gather to share and remember at Walker & Glancy Funeral Home 109 W Windsor St Montpelier on Friday, May 8, 2026 from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Walker & Glancy Funeral Home.

A service to celebrate Jason's life will be at Walker & Glancy Funeral Home 109 W Windsor St Montpelier at 2:00 PM on Saturday, May 9, 2026 with Pastor Gary Sheets officiating with viewing from 12:00 PM until service at 2:00 PM. Interment will follow in the Woodlawn Cemetery in Montpelier.

Preferred memorials:  Collett Church of the Nazarene c/o Billy Stanton 8827 N. 1150 W. Montpelier, IN. 47359

Arrangements are being handled by Walker & Glancy Funeral Home in Montpelier.