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Stanley L. West, 73, passed away Saturday, May 28, 2011. Formerly of Clarkfield, MN, he spent much of his life in Racine, WI. He was married on September 6, 1958, to Marlene Marie King in Redwood Falls, MN. His professional career included sales and marketing positions with International Harvester, JI Case, and consulting engagements with Miller-St. Nazianz, and Metko. He was devoted to his wife, children, and grandchildren. Survived by wife, Marlene; children, Lisa (Bernhard) Kleine of Gurnee, Michael (Paula) West of LaGrange and Stephanie (Jon) Mirkes of DePere, WI; nine grandchildren; brother, Ralph (Sandy) West; and sister, Shirley (Dan Bartus) Shawd. He was preceded by his parents, Oscar and Anna, nee Thorson. West Funeral services Friday, June 3, 2011 at 11 a.m. in the Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home, 4600 County Line Rd., Racine, WI 53403. Visitation Thursday 5 to 8 p.m., and Friday 10 to 11 a.m. ln lieu of flowers, donations in Stan's memory may be made to the Kidney Cancer Association. Online condolences at www.draeger-langendorf.com

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Jun. 1, 2011.

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June 5, 2011

Marlene, Lisa, Stephanie & Michael, So sorry to hear of Stan's passing. We have lots of fun memories of you guys in Huntington. Our Sympathy to all of you.
The Rowoldts

June 2, 2011

We were very sorry to read about Stan's passing. He was always a good friend over the years. It was a priviledge to know him. Our condolences and deepest sympathy to Stan's family and friends. Bob and Gaye Bowers Waterford, WI

June 1, 2011

My Brother and Brother-in-law.We will miss you everyday. You were the perfect Husband,Father and a "Super Special" Grandpa. Shirley&Dan Fountain Hills, Az

JAY SUCHLAND

June 1, 2011

My condolences and sympathy to Stan's family and friends. Stan was a very special man whom I was privileged to know.
Jay Suchland

Lorraine Forslin

May 31, 2011

My family and I send our deepest sympathy to the entire West family.

May 31, 2011

Ralph, Sandy and Shirley,
So sorry to read about Stan's death. I have lost your new address when you moved to your new place. You can reach us at [email protected]. We are at the same address.
Dana and Del Ritchie

Russ King

May 31, 2011

My brother in law and good friend of 50 years, you will be missed every day. Russ

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