William S. Barton, 91, of Emmaus, died December 22, 2016 in Cedarbrook. He is survived by the love of his life for the past 17 years, Millie (Lorish) Kohler and was the husband of the late Irene (Hendrickson) Barton, who died Sept. 21, 1998. Born in St. Louis, MO, he was the son of the late Harold Barton and Joseph and Mildred (Seibert) Engelhardt. He was a 1943 graduate of New Trier HS, Winnetka, IL, a 1950 graduate of Hobart College, Geneva, NY, and a 1981 graduate of Temple University. He was a Production Control Supervisor for Ronson Corp. of PA and later was a teacher at Temple University and various schools in Monroe County before retiring. He was US Navy veteran of WWII, serving with the Torpedo Squadron 89, flying off Aircraft Carrier USS Antietam. He saw action in both the Pacific and China, serving as a Ball Turret Gunner. Bill was a life member of the NRA, former member of the Eagle Birding Club, Lehigh Valley Audubon Society, and was a former Little League Manager.

Survivors: Millie Kohler; Son, J. Brad Barton and companion Heidi; Daughter, Susan L. Difilippantonio; Daughter-in-Law, Jill Barton; 7 Grandchildren and 5 Great Grandchildren; as well as Millie's children, grandchildren, and brother. He was predeceased by a son, W. Scott Barton.

Services: Memorial Service with military honors Wednesday, Dec. 28, 2016 at 11:00 AM in Old Zionsville U.C.C., Fountain Road and Kings Highway, Old Zionsville. Visitation 10:30 to 11:00 AM in the church. Schantz Funeral Home, P.C., Emmaus is handling arrangements.

Contributions: In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Animal Welfare Society of Monroe (AWSOM), 3129 Godfrey Ridge Drive, Stroudsburg, PA 18360.