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Samuel E. Stanley, Sr., 82

January 14, 2023

Samuel E. Stanley, Sr., of West Hempfield Twp., passed away at home on Saturday, January 14, 2023. Born in Parksburg, PA, he was the son of the late Warren O. Stanley, Sr. and Lottie V. (Marsh) Stanley. Sam was the loving husband of the late Nancy (Reincke) Stanley, and they celebrated 55 years of marriage at the time of her passing in 2014.

Over the years, Sam worked at various car dealerships and service centers as a State Inspection Mechanic, including Flings Service Center in Coatesville and Reeder’s Garage in Sadsburyville. He last worked for Keystone Masonry in Gap, PA. A car enthusiast, Sam enjoyed collecting model cars and detailing. He also enjoyed going to the family camper at Ocean City, MD and Chincoteague.

Sam is survived by 5 children: Tina M. Willauer (late John P.) of Gap, Samuel E. Stanley, Jr., (Shirley Henry) of Lancaster Twp., Sheila A. Brown (Nicholas, Sr.) of Gap, Karen A. Mastriania (Michael A.) of Mount Joy, and Jeanene M. Groff (Scott) of Gap; 11 grandchildren, 26 great grandchildren 3 great-great-grandchildren; a sister, Marie Reeder of New Holland; and two brothers, Bob Stanley (Janet) of Strasburg, and Jim Stanley (Shirley) of Gordonville. He was preceded in death by a great- grandson Michael Anthony Mastriania, III; 5 sisters and 3 brothers.

A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 10 AM, Friday, January 20, 2023, at St Mary’s Roman Catholic Church, 119 S. Prince St., Lancaster, PA with Rev. Brian Olkowski as Celebrant. A viewing will be held at the church on Friday from 9 to 10 AM. Interment will follow in St Joseph New Catholic Cemetery.

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January 27, 2023

My sincere condolences, thoughts and prayers have been with you and your family Jeanene, over the last couple of weeks and will continue to be.  I did not know your dad but listening to the way you speak of him I know this is a big loss for you and your family.  Please know that your memories will never fade and he will always be with you in your heart and soul.  A big part of both your parents is what makes you so great! Matt Smith

January 19, 2023

Thinking of the entire Stanley family during this time. Pop Pop always put a smile on my face and made me laugh! He was such a good soul! Thank you for loving my Nya & Jordan Stanley, but most of all….for all the memories you gave them that they will now cherish forever.
Forever loved, always missed! <3
Alicia/Nya/Jordan

January 19, 2023

My thoughts and prayers to the family. I have memories of him packing the family in his big Suburban so he could take his entire family along everywhere. I saw him last in front of Sheila’s in Gap, I’m going to say 2015…..He stopped me in the street and we exchanged some laughs. This makes me miss my childhood even more.
Rest in Peace Uncle Sam.
My sincere condolences, 
Gail (Stanley) Olinick

January 18, 2023

So sorry for your loss. I am also sorry I cannot attend the service. I will be thinking of your family on Friday. Mom (Marie) has talked about  uncle Sam’s great love for your mom and how much he missed her. 

January 18, 2023

I never had the opportunity to know your family like my siblings. I did have the pleasure of meeting Jim as I was his neighbor and he would talk of his family. My condolences to the family. Thoughts and prayers are with you.
Denise Bair

January 18, 2023

So sorry for the loss 
Sam was one of a kind. Always had his days planned and did what he set out to complete. Family was one of his biggest priorities in life.  I myself will miss him. Rest easy Mr Stanley 
Rest in peace 
Condolences from 
Craig Reed and the Reed Family 

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Friday, January 20, 2023
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
St. Mary's Catholic Church
119 South Prince Street
Lancaster, PA 17603
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