James Stalter Obituary James Edward Stalter January 18, 1931 - October 14, 2015 Como, NC- James E. Stalter, U.S. Navy (Retired) died October 14, 2015 at age 84. He was a native of Newry, PA and lived in Como since 1976. During his 25 year Navy career he rose through the ranks from Seaman Recruit to Lieutenant Commander. He served on board two ships that saw action during the Korean conflict and earned a Navy Combat ribbon for actions seen during his two tours. As a commissioned officer he served two times at the former US Naval Facility Cape Hatteras at Buxton, NC, first as Executive Officer and as Commanding Officer in his second tour. He earned an associate degree (business) at Roanoke Chowan Community College shortly after leaving the Navy. He was a past member of Mensa and Intertel. None of his health problems affected his outlook on life. He managed to find humor in most all aspects of life and especially joked with family regarding the six cancers he survived. He was predeceased by his wife Vera. Survivors include his son, Michael of Arizona and two daughters, Patricia Copeland of Roanoke Rapids and Lisa Ann Blazer (Retired US Navy) of Jacksonville, NC, five grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Visitation will be at Wright Funeral Home, Franklin, VA from 4 to 6PM Saturday, October 17, 2015. Cremation will follow with inurnment at Arlington National Cemetery at a date to be determined. In lieu of flowers memorials may be sent to the Como Fire Department or the Ruritan Club, Como, NC 27818 www.wrightfuneralhome.org -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- See also: 1) https://www.wrightfuneralhome.org/obituary/3350809 2) https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/pilotonline/name/james-stalter-obituary?id=16372822 3) https://www.pilotonline.com/obituaries/james-e-stalter-como-nc-va/ ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ## Narrative Summary of the Obituary James Edward Stalter, born on 18 January 1931, passed away on 14 October 2015 at age 84. A retired U.S. Navy Lieutenant Commander, he served during the Korean conflict and was known for his resilience and humor despite health challenges. ## Narrative Summary of Funeral Services Visitation for James Edward Stalter took place at Wright Funeral Home in Franklin, VA, on 17 October 2015. He was cremated, with plans for inurnment at Arlington National Cemetery at a later date. ## The Edited Obituary James Edward Stalter 18 January 1931 - 14 October 2015 Como, NC - James E. Stalter, U.S. Navy (Retired) died 14 October 2015 at age 84. He was a native of Newry, PA and lived in Como since 1976. During his 25-year Navy career, he rose through the ranks from Seaman Recruit to Lieutenant Commander. He served on board two ships that saw action during the Korean conflict and earned a Navy Combat ribbon for actions seen during his two tours. As a commissioned officer, he served two times at the former U.S. Naval Facility Cape Hatteras at Buxton, NC, first as Executive Officer and as Commanding Officer in his second tour. He earned an associate degree (business) at Roanoke Chowan Community College shortly after leaving the Navy. He was a past member of Mensa and Intertel. None of his health problems affected his outlook on life. He managed to find humor in most all aspects of life and especially joked with family regarding the six cancers he survived. He was predeceased by his wife Vera. Survivors include his son, Michael of Arizona, and two daughters, Patricia Copeland of Roanoke Rapids and Lisa Ann Blazer (Retired U.S. Navy) of Jacksonville, NC, five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Visitation will be at Wright Funeral Home, Franklin, VA from 4 to 6 PM Saturday, 17 October 2015. Cremation will follow with inurnment at Arlington National Cemetery at a date to be determined. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to the Como Fire Department or the Ruritan Club, Como, NC 27818. www.wrightfuneralhome.org ### Vital Statistics Summary | Name | James Edward Stalter | |---------|----------------------------| | Age | 84 years | | Birth | 18 January 1931; Newry, PA | | Death | 14 October 2015; Como, NC | ### Table of Relationships | Name | Relationship | Residence | |-------------------------|--------------------|--------------------| | James Edward Stalter | Decedent | Como, NC | | Vera Stalter | Spouse | -- | | Michael Stalter | Child | Arizona | | Patricia Copeland | Child | Roanoke Rapids, NC | | Lisa Ann Blazer | Child | Jacksonville, NC | | -- | Grandchild | -- | | -- | Grandchild | -- | | -- | Predeceased Spouse | -- | ### Other Relevant Information 1. James Edward Stalter was a retired U.S. Navy Lieutenant Commander. 2. He served during the Korean conflict and earned a Navy Combat ribbon. 3. He served two tours at the former U.S. Naval Facility Cape Hatteras at Buxton, NC, first as Executive Officer and then as Commanding Officer. 4. He earned an associate degree in business from Roanoke Chowan Community College. 5. He was a past member of Mensa and Intertel. 6. He survived six cancers and maintained a positive outlook on life, often finding humor in his circumstances.