George D. Dayton

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Dayton, George D., III age 80, died November 18, 2009 after a fall in his home in California. Preceded in death by his parents, George and Marion Dayton, and beloved wife, Jane. Survived by his children, Jeffrey, Patricia (Warfield), Ralph, Grace (Contro), and their half-brother, Anthony Strong; step-children, Sara, Dee, and John Harrison (Shannon); grandchildren, Carolyn, Brenner, Kenna, and Kessler Dayton; Chadwick and Julia Warfield; Abigail, Austin and Alexander Dayton; Marina and Gabriella Contro; step- grandchildren, Taylor and Jessie Harrison; sisters, Harriett Dayton and Margaret Ankeny (Pete); many nieces and nephews; former wife, Patricia Strong. George was a gifted competitive swimmer, talented guitarist and enthusiastic fan of motor vehicles of all kinds. He enjoyed friends wherever he lived - in Minnesota, Florida, Hawaii, Arizona, and California. A graduate of Blake School, he attended Princeton University and Macalester College. A Memorial Service will be held at St. Martin's by-the Lake, Minnetonka Beach, on Monday, December 21st at 3 o'clock. Dear George - be at peace. You are loved.

Published on December 6, 2009