John G. Stafford Sr., Verizon retiree
John G. Stafford Sr. of Ocean View, formerly of Baltimore, Md., and Carroll County, Md., passed away peacefully Tuesday, Feb. 7, 2017, at the Delaware Hospice Center. He was born Sept. 10, 1924, to Reid Stafford and Blanche (Simmons) Stafford Tieman.
John proudly served his country during World War II on a naval destroyer. He retired from Verizon after 45 years of service. He was a dedicated family man.
He is survived by his wife Collette (Bailor) Stafford; son John Stafford (Cindy) of Fairfax Station, Va.; daughter, Janice Wardyga (Stephen) of Middletown; six grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his sons Bruce Stafford and Brian Stafford.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
Online condolences may be made by visiting www.melsonfuneralservices.com.