He attended The University of Texas, was a member of the ROTC and an avid Longhorn fan. In 1960 he married his wife Artie, and in 1961 he opted to enlist in the Army rather than wait on imminent draft. In short time, he graduated from Ft. Belvoir, Va. Engineering School and found himself stationed on a missile site in Abilene, Texas. Then, after a year and a half stint in Germany, he returned home to Austin. Soon after, he was employed by Texaco Research Laboratories in Austin, which eventually was bought by Huntsman Corporation. During that time he was granted a patent regarding superconductor type catalysts and was co-developer on other projects. He retired in 2004.
In addition to serving as Sunday School teacher and deacon over the years, he was a former member of Gideons International. After retirement he transferred his laboratory skills to the kitchen and soon became fairly well known for his decadent chocolate cookies. The delight of his life was helping coach his children in their sport activities and later to watch his grandchildren’s games.
He is survived by his wife Artie; son Kevin Stockton of Hutto; daughter Carrie (Adam) Farris of Dripping Springs; brother Kenneth Stockton (Barbara) of Round Rock; grandchildren Michelle Stockton and Miles, London, Sophia, Isabel, and Major Farris, plus nieces and nephews.
The family expresses appreciation to the staff of Sodalis Memory Care in Austin for their help and assistance during the last months.
A memorial service will be conducted Saturday, July 7, at 11:00 a.m. at the Dripping Springs United Methodist Church, 28900 Ranch Road 12, Dripping Springs, Tx 78620.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Alzheimer’s Texas, 3520 Executive Center, Suite 140, Austin, Tx 78731, or charity of choice.
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