H. Stanley Wills, 94

June 29, 2025

H. Stanley Wills, 94, of Lancaster, PA, peacefully crossed over into everlasting life while at the Glen at Willow Valley on Sunday, June 29, 2025. He was the son of the late Estella (McCue) and Stanley H. Wills. He was the beloved husband of Carole A. (Byrne) Wills, with whom he shared 35 wonderful years of marriage.

Stanley’s gifts of leadership were evident in every aspect of his life. Stan was a graduate of Milton Hershey Industrial school and went on to serve on the President’s Advisory Board. He served in the Korean War as a 1st lieutenant in the US Army. He earned his master’s degree from Millersville University and dedicated his career to education and public service. He worked as a teacher, guidance counselor, and later as the Director for the Pennsylvania State Education Association.

He served as the Mayor of Mount Joy, PA, from 1988 to 1998, where his wisdom, wit, and dedication to his community left a lasting impact. He was known as a problem solver, a man of brilliance and perseverance, someone who could light up a room.

Stanley excelled in all sports, especially wrestling and baseball. He was a member of Crossway Church and Landisville Camp Meeting Association.

He is survived by his loving wife, Carole; his children: Michael Wills (Roberta) of Dallastown, PA, Laura Jones of Walnutport, PA, and Chad Wess (Kim) of Arnold, MD; eight grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.

A Celebration of Life will be held at 2 PM on Saturday, July 5, 2025, at Crossway Church, 330 Barbara Street, Millersville, PA 17551. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the church’s building fund.