Stanley Musial Obituary

Musial, Stanley Frank Fortified with the Sacraments of the Holy Mother Church at 5:45 p.m., Jan. 19. Born in Donora, Pa. on Nov. 21, 1920. Devoted husband of his high school sweetheart, Lillian S. Labash Musial, with whom he celebrated over 72 years of marriage. Dedicated father of Dick Musial (Sharon Edgar), Gerry Ashley, Janet Schwarze (Marty) and Jean Edmonds (Dave). Dear grandfather of Jeff Musial, Laura Musial (Thomas Sachson), Natalie Musial, Tommy Ashley, Camille Pinkerton (Bob), Christopher Ashley (Jimena), Julie Linihan (Jeff), Brian Schwarze, Andrew Edmonds, Lindsey Edmonds and Allison Edmonds. Beloved greatgrandfather of Courtney Musial, Tyler Musial, Claire Musial, Lucy Musial, William Sachson, Heath Sachson, Caroline Murphy, Molly Murphy, Kate Murphy, Charlie Pinkerton, Clifford Pinkerton and Breck Pinkerton. Known as Popo to his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, Stan was the son of the late Lukasz and Mary (Lancos) Musial. He was the last surviving member of his six siblings and has many nieces and nephews. Faithful father, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle, cousin and loyal friend to everyone he met. Stan was a great American, as well as a great baseball player. He served in the U.S. Navy in 1945. He was chairman of the President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports between 1964 and 1967. President Obama awarded Stan the Presidential Medal of Freedom È the nation's highest civilian honor È in 2011, after the St. Louis Cardinals' Stand for Stan campaign became popular on a national level. Stan also received Poland's highest civilian award, the Cavalier Cross of the Order of Merit, in 1997. A memorable athlete, Stan's off-field personality matched his record-breaking statistics. He played for the St. Louis Cardinals from 1941 through 1963 and was Vice President of the Cardinals from 1963 for over 25 years. Stan was General Manager of the Cardinals in 1967 and was elected into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1969. Stan always appreciated the Cardinals' community and his fans' constant support. He received honorary doctorate medals from University of Missouri-St. Louis, Washington University and Monmouth College. Stan dedicated his time to both Christian Brothers College and Villa Duchesne, in addition to numerous charities in the St. Louis area. As much as baseball was Stan's life, so was his Catholic faith. He enjoyed great friendships within the Catholic religious community. Stan served as one of the honorary chairman for his treasured friend, Pope John Paul II, when he visited St. Louis in 1999. Services: A public visitation is planned for Thursday, Jan. 24, from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Cathedral Basilica of Saint Louis located at 4431 Lindell Boulevard in St. Louis. Burial private. The Musial family would like to thank Stan's nurses, doctors, healthcare workers and caretakers for helping maintain his quality of life until the end. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Covenant House Missouri at 2727 North Kingshighway Boulevard in St. Louis, Mo., 63113, or the charity of your choice in the name of Stan Musial. Stan's 92 years of life were filled with love, family, happiness, baseball and his Catholic faith. The outpouring of love and support from the greatest fans in baseball È Cardinal Nation È have been much appreciated by the Musial family during this grieving time.

Published by St. Louis Post-Dispatch on Jan. 22, 2013.
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I was there, however we (a friend was with me) didn´t stay!
Oh how I wish we had.
We were young and got anxious to return home to play.
I guess for two youngsters it was a long day.

J T

May 3, 2021

Grew up rooting for the Cardinals.Always thought Stan was the best. Most agreed. He represented everything good in life.

Rich Kunkel

Friend

May 2, 2021

If I could only live my life in the fortitude and direction of a man I NEVER met but respected in every facet of life. The more I have learned the more humbling I feel. God bless you, I SALUTE and R.I.P.

George Bollhorst

October 27, 2018

It is hard to believe that it has been FIVE years.... You are missed Mister Musial.

MiMi

January 20, 2018

I love the cardinals!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

braden treaster

January 19, 2018

I have been a fan of "The Man: since I was old enough to understand baseball. I am 81 years old and still the same. Great Ball player, and also a veteran {Navy}. Thanks to "The Man" for all the wonderful games he played in.

Bill Uhlmansiek

March 3, 2017

A Great Ball Player and " fantastic American". R>I>P. !2017. Gone ..but, Not Forgotten....: )

Russell Starling

March 2, 2017

When we played baseball in my early childhood I would always try to be Stan the Man. HE WAS MY HERO

Jim Wade

November 21, 2016

Valenda Newell

November 11, 2016

My childhood hero and I still love him 75 years later :-)

Tom Frenkel

February 9, 2016

Fair winds and following seas sailor.

Thank you for your service to this nation.

Harry Simpson

January 19, 2016

Dear Stanley Musial,
My daughter Adalynn has been working on a 4th grade school project called "Famous Missourians". You were chosen as her "Famous Missourian". She had to find a biography for the source, and write a report all about your life and your accomplishments. Then she made a poster with a timeline of your life events, and the final phase of her project is a 3-D model that describes you. This is her first big project as a student and what better of a person, such a great role model, you have been to her! At her age, there is nothing better than a positive role model like you to have touched her life. Thank you.
Sincerely,
Kim Helbing

Kimberly Helbing

February 23, 2014

So very sorry to hear of Mr. Musial's passing, I will always remember playing ball with my brother and pretending to be the {The Man] and trying to use the corkscrew batting stance he had. I always wanted to meet Mr. Musial but never had the chance to which was my loss.It's nice to know that no one else will ever wear the #6,because no one else is worthy of putting it on. Rest in peace Mr. Musial from another one of your greatest fans.

Rick Stinnett

February 16, 2014

my grdma lived in same passaic nj apt bldg as his uncle. musial stood up for her wedding. she was from harklowa galicy. I now live in Buffalo. we are cousins ?times removed. I always wanted to contact musial family to learn omething about our family line. I tried Cooperstowne yrs ago but -no help. signed JB in WNYPGS.

J B

August 20, 2013

may god bless the memory of this true GIANT of baseball. the cardinals had so many great teams with "the man" leading the way. I had been watching the highlights of the 1946 world series win over Ted Williams and the Red Sox. Stan has truly earned his place in the hall of fame. Rest in Peace No.6

victor checketts

August 19, 2013

Baseball icon and legend both on and
off the field who represented the
very best of the human spirit.

Ken Parlier

August 19, 2013

Ever in our hearts, always in the Ball Park.

August 4, 2013

Still think of you & the character you left us with. St. Louis Cardinal Baseball has lost a real legend .

D. Summers

July 10, 2013

My mom was Stan's first cousin (also a Musial). I remember him coming to our house and giving us kids signed photos and everyone laughing alot. I know they were close, but I was only 3 or 4 years old. Now they can visit all the time.

April 1, 2013

Poland and the World have truly cherished every moment you spent with us on earth.

Wayne Johnson

March 30, 2013

You were a gentlman on and off the field! A true hero to many Stan THE MAN will be remembered for ever in the records on Earth and in Heaven. Peace in the Lords arms Mr. M.

B.Michael Armstrong

March 24, 2013

May the good LORD wrap his loving arms around your family and friends and comfort them as he welcomes you into Heaven. You're a HERO to many.

Duane Meier

March 8, 2013

You were one of the greatest ball players of all time, and a friend to everyone !
Thanks Stan !

Chris Klein

March 7, 2013

He was the Greatest!

March 4, 2013

May You And Your Family Find Comfort During This Time of Sorrow Stan Did Wonders For Baseball. Psalm 68:20

M Scott

February 25, 2013

May the god of comfort be a source of strength for your famiy at this dificult time. 2Corn 1:3, 4. Deepest Sympathy, Sue, Concord, NC

February 23, 2013

Stan Musial was my hero and I e-mailed to him a couple of years ago how important he was to a young boy growing up without a father. I treasure my autographs by him, If only we had more inspirational real men like him.....

Curt Kendall

February 13, 2013

With my family's multiple generations in St. Louis, I grew up, in West Virginia, with the Cardinals as part of the family DNA. To grow up hearing about Stan Musial from my grandmother, aunts, uncle (who played in the Brooklyn Dodgers and Cardinal organizations - just before and after WWII), and my parents, Stan was someone to look up to and admire. And, now and in recent years, it has been good to learn of his faith, his family, and the commitment to community. He'll be missed but his legacy lives on in so many ways.

George Freebersyser

February 9, 2013

Stan was my Dad's favorite player. I am happy to say that i got to see Stan at the end of his career and that favorite thing worked its way to me as well. My kids are third generation Cardinal fans which isn't always easy living in NY. My son was a big AP fan so when I showed him what Stan did it kind of opened his eyes as to not only greatness on the field but even a greater person off it. There has always been one thing that made me a bit sad was that in 1982 I was working for NBC and because I had access to the stadium before the second game I was able to get Stan's autograph on a World Series ball. The thing that made it sad was that my father had passed away and wasn't with me that day. I know he would have gotten such a kick out of it. Not to mention just being at the game.

James McClintock

February 4, 2013

That's great, David! My father had this kind of relationship with Jack Nicklaus and with the earlier great golfers when he was a caddy as a kid.

Chet Weld

February 3, 2013

My dad and I saw the 5 home runs against the Giants and Stan's last game in '63, as well as many in between. Stan surely was the idle of every boy that played baseball in St. Louis as a kid. Dave '41

David Kraus

February 3, 2013

I have a long list of relatives who will be standing in the receiving line in heaven waiting to greet Stan and talk baseball.
I remember meeting him when I worked for Eastern Airlines when Stan and his wife were flying to Florida in the late 60's. I handed him the St Louis Sunday paper to read.
"Jesus Loves You"

Mary

February 3, 2013

After listeningto the funeral Mass of Stan "THE Man" Musial last Saturday over KMOX--no TV of it here--I becamw more convinced than ever we had a walking "true to life" SAINT among us. I wonder what it would take-- Cardinal Dolan perhaps--to get him declared a SAINT in the Roman Catholic Church, a civilian who practiced his Faith and held it as a number one priority in his life although being a civilian and a professional baseball player? I don't think we ever had one like him or maybe, never will. Like all "SAINTS" he would be a model of inspiration for all us Catholics.

I got to know Stan vis his son Dick and CBC while announcing the CBC football games.

Nick Stein, Melbourne, Florida
Graduate of CBC, Class of 1942

February 2, 2013

Stan "The Man" became my childhood hero in 1948 when I was 7 and at the orphanage in Des Peres, Mo. Got to shake his hand when I was 11, I am now 71 Stan "The Man" will still be my life's hero until I pass away.

Ken Schroeder

February 2, 2013

I always enjoyed the Cardinal ball games at Sportsman Park with my father in the early 50's and with other friends into the60's. Stan was my favorite then and still is today. I was blessed to see many of his hits and even a three home run game with two over the right field screen. A GREAT MAN in every sense. Please accept our deepest sympathy.

Les & Sandy Mouser

February 1, 2013

When the Lord calls our loved ones home, he leaves a gift of memories in exchange. What great memories you have for this beloved man. My Aunt Grace Kurtz did Lil hair in the past. I can remember my aunt Grace telling us how wonderful Stan & Lil were. Stan will live in my heart forever. Thank you for sharing him with us.

Sandi Borgens (Kurtz)

February 1, 2013

Mr. Musial was always a boyhood hero of mine despite my being a Cub fan. I have the treasured Stan Musial autographed ball, bat and 1954 enlarged Saturday Evening Post cover. Thanks for a "truely wonderful life".

Don Lass

February 1, 2013

I had the fortunate experience to meet Mr. Musial many years ago when I was performing with my band downtown at a function. Mr. Musial came over to the band's table during break, sat down and talked with us like we were old friends. I remember calling him "Mr. Musial," and he quickly told me "My name is Stan." What a lovely, gracious gentleman he was! That brief encounter will always be a cherished memory for me. He was a true sports hero, humble beyond words.

Karen Nowak

February 1, 2013

I have been a baseball fan for 60 years. Stan the Man and the Cardinals have been my favorite player and team. I am so sorry to hear he has left us but we will all meet again in heaven.

James Methvin

January 31, 2013

Draw close to God and he will draw close to you. Our prayers are with the family.

January 31, 2013

prayers to your family and friends

tracy wells

January 31, 2013

Stan was my hero growing up. From when I listened to the '46 series, the Cards and Stan Musial became the favorites of a 10 year old, upstate NY kid. Saw Stan play at Forbes Field when my brother in law, who lived in Mt. Pleasant PA, took me to the Pirates game. What a thrill to see Stan the man. I cherish the memory. My sincere condolences to the Musial family.

Joe Borio

January 31, 2013

My sympathy to the Musial family,

A tip of the cap to one of the best both on and off of the field.From a saddened fan of the New York Yankees.

May he be granted eternal rest.

Michael V. Rotello

January 31, 2013

RIP AND WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN

RAM JONES

January 31, 2013

My dad. Ed Turek. appparently played baseball against you in Hawaii while you were both in the military. You led the life that maybe my dad would have, if he would have signed that minor league contract that he was offered. Again, his parents urged him to marry and get a job because to them baseball was recreation. His parents were Polish immigrants too, first generation in the US, and the grown kids were expected to work and give their earnings to the family unless they were getting married. So many times I think my dad had regrets for not following his dream. Thanks for letting us live our dream through your life! My dad was a real decent guy just like Stan. A genuine gentleman and good role model for young men. I picture my dad welcoming Stan in heaven and they are playing baseball together. Of course you know, my dad was also a left handed first baseman! I guess they will have to take turns out on the field! Wishing your family peace and comfort from reading all of these wonderful memories of your dad and messages from admiring fans!

Debbie Turek

January 30, 2013

condolences to Dick and the entire Musiel family from Tamara & Alvin Cohen and family. Old neighbors of Dick from Hollywood,Florida

January 30, 2013

Gone but never forgotten.

susan

January 30, 2013

My father named me after Stan. I was lucky to see him play as a child. I played first base and batted left-handed in high school and married a girl named Lil. Stan was both my childhood hero and my lifetime hero. There will never be another like him. Thanks for the memories.

Stan Yakovitz

January 30, 2013

You were the greatest hero of my life. I
last watched you play 50 years ago, and I
am still your biggest fan.

Michael Lottman

January 30, 2013

I remember when I was 10 years old the late Bernie Fox of KMOX radio took me up to the Stadium Club at Busch Stadium in 1969 when I had the chance to meet Stan Musial. Even at that young age I felt very honored to be in the presence of a very special person. My prayers to the Musial family.

Mike Anderson

January 29, 2013

Sadly I was too young to ever watch Stan "The Man" play, but as a native St. Louisan and lifelong Cardinal fan, I can certainly attest to what he meant to the city and the team. He was a remarkable man and a true ambassador in every way imagineable. Men like him have the power to move and Heaven and earth, and that he did.

Thank you all for sharing him with us! Even though I'll miss seeing him riding around the track on opening day, I'm certain that his spirit will be there begging to "Take us out to the ballgame" for many years to come.

God's continued blessings upon you all.

Chris Hrdlicka

January 29, 2013

To the entire Musial family, My condolences! Stan was a one of a kind man and my sons hero growing up!He will be missed by all! St. Louis Cardinals baseball will not be the same without him!

Tom & Janice Davis

January 29, 2013

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Kim Svaglic

January 29, 2013

To Mr. Musial & Family,
I viewed Stan from afar and I certainly recognized his absolute genuine personality and commitment to the people and his family. What a wonderful ballplayer and person he was.
P. Sainato
Bedford,Ma

January 29, 2013

Great individual as well as a player. Thanks Stan

John Wichlenski

January 29, 2013

One of the last gentlemen from a special era in major league baseball. May he rest in peace.

Kathy Brownell

January 29, 2013

God wanted another Cardinal, now he has with him a Pope, The Pope Of The St. Louis Cardinals Baseball Orginization.

Joseph

January 29, 2013

Thank you for al the wonderful memories, Stan was an inspiration for all of us.

Cliff Wilson

January 29, 2013

Stan will always be in hearts of Cardinal Nation. Opening Day won't be the same without him and his harmonica. Thanks to the Musial family for sharing his memorial with us.

January 28, 2013

Among the first voices I recall ca. 1946 was the clarion voice of Harry Caray filling my grandparents' home, talking about a special Cardinal, Stan the Man. Thank you for so very many positive memories.

John Lough

January 28, 2013

Our family will miss Stan The Man. Our prayers go out to your family. Please know that he will always be in your hearts as well as ours.

Susan Krejci

January 28, 2013

Stan, thank you for all the thrills! We in Cardinal Nation all love you. Rest in peace!

Eddie Berger

January 28, 2013

i grew up watching stan play ball he has a special place in my heart rip old friend

sue sitterson

January 28, 2013

May God bless and hold you close during this difficult time. All of our memories of Stan are fond and linked with family times, cheering listening and watching him play with the St. Louis Cardinals. Thank you for sharing your Dad, grandfather, & great- grandfather with all of us. Don & Marilee Rowe now of Tacoma, WA

Marilee Rowe

January 28, 2013

Stan the man you will be missed

Kenneth Braniecki Sr

January 28, 2013

Rest in Peace Stasiu....

Ron Leleniewski

January 28, 2013

Stan Musial will live in our Baseball Hearts forever. He was one of the Greatest Ballplayers of All Time. Thank You Stan for the Great Moments and for your long Life! God Bless You as You are now walking with The Father in the Garden of Heaven.

Dan Benscoter

January 28, 2013

Growing up in the 40's & 50's in a small Louisiana town, I awaited every summer night till 9 or 10, when KMOX in clearly to hear Harry and Jack describe the deeds of the Cardinals and my all-time hero, Stan Musial. Three of us worked all summer each year to save up enough money to make a trip to St. Louis and one year,we had enough to make a visit and eat at Stan and Biggies. While eating, we saw Stan enter and head back to his office. Though totally out of character for me, I went back to his office; he looked up and said "Hi, come in." For the next several minutes he chatted with me, showed me some pictures on the walls and after I left, he came over to our table and shook hands with all of us, then called Biggie over and both of them autographed a menu for each of us. That menu still hangs, framed, in my den. Stan Musial was and is and always will be, along with my dad and Doak Walker, an all-time hero. Thank you Stan for taking a few minutes of your valuable time to thrill three teen-age boys from Louisiana, and THANK YOU GOD for the opportunity to not only see this incredible baseball player play but more important, YOU gave me the chance to meet this remarkable and great man. Thanks Stan for the memories. Rest in Peace with your wonderful Lil.

ken newton

January 28, 2013

"LIKE A MAN WHOM HIS OWN MOTHER KEEPS COMFORTING,SO I MYSELF SHALL KEEP COMFORTING YOU PEOPLE."isah.66:13 please accept my condolence...m~~

January 28, 2013

What a great #6 Cardinal player. I listened to the radio with my father when they played. Stan will be nissed going around the field on opening day but I know that he will be lookinig down from above with his Red jacket on. God bless to the family. Stan was 1 of a kind and he will be with all of you always.

January 28, 2013

One of my treasures is an autographed photo of Stan when he made an appearance at Central Hardware in Kirkwood in the early 1960s. He made all of the kids feel special that day, as he did everyday. The Cardinals have lost their most special player.

Maureen Bravo

January 28, 2013

To family and friends of Mr. Musial- Please accept our deepest sympathy. The Steve Reese and Carol Evans families

robert reese

January 28, 2013

In 1950 my husband, Jim, and I (we were not married at the time) were in a safety movie with Stan. It was a thrill to me as Stan was my favorite baseball player. I remember how kind he was to us as teenagers. After the filming, we were treated to a lunch at Stan's restaurant and were thrilled that he joined the crew and visited with all of us. I still have a copy of that movie and will treasure it forever. Thanks to Stan for the memories.

Billie Silvey

January 28, 2013

From the Carter fam in Las Vegas, Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family. I had the honor to meet and sit and chat with the legend @ the Missouri sports hall of fame . And alter that nite Stan 'the Man' introduced us at the HOF dinner and inducted the 1979 Drury College Panthers into the State Hall of Fame. What a great man, R.I.P.

mike carter

January 28, 2013

How fortunate to have lived such an awsome life. And how fortunate for me that you touched mine. Can see you now with Jack Buck tossing those $20.00 bills on the side walks of heaven! God bless you and your family. You are truely treasured and will be missed. A true honor to have known you.

Lisa Obermeyer, RN

January 28, 2013

What a true gentleman! I was fortunate to see him play & in 2006, got to meet him. My dream had come true. I saw him at a restaurant while celebrating my birthday. I had my picture taken with him, he signed my Musial jersey, & joined us at our table. What an honor. Something I will nevter forget. He told me to bring the picture to his office & he would sign that too - which I did. He remembered it was my birthday & played Happy Birthday on his harmonica while everyone sang. I also got a kiss on my cheek. These memories can never be taken from me. RIP Stan! Gone but never forgotten.

Charlene Stratman

January 27, 2013

A great man from the greatest generation, you will never be forgotten.

Peg Gaffney

January 27, 2013

My sympathy to the Musial family. Thank you for sharing him with all of Cardinal Nation throughout the years and allowing us to say goodbye! Opening day will not be the same without him! He was an inspiration to many not just in baseball but in life! Rest in Peace Stan the Man!

Sue Middendorf

January 27, 2013

I am saddened that I can't use the term "living legend" for Stan anymore. This man was like a superhero to the common sports fan. My thoughts are with Stan's family, especially Brian, who has no choice but to be the fine young man he is with Janet and Marty as parents and "The Man" and Lil as grandparents. Stan had a long, full life and I am proud to have met him. A true inspiration, he really was "The Man".

Chris Quattrocchi

January 27, 2013

As many in this book, I also grew up watching and listening to Cardinal baseball with Jack Buck and Harry Caray. My dad loved #6. When I was 10, my dad took me to meet Stan at Red Bird lanes. I shook his hand, got an autographed picture and baseball which stayed in my room for many, many years. Stan was one of the greatest and I was lucky enough to see him play at Sportsman's Park and Busch Stadium. God Bless you and thank you to the Musial family for sharing him with all of us.

Cheryl

January 27, 2013

RIP Stan the Man!

Ramona Droege

January 27, 2013

I have such fond memories of Mr Musial .. especially at our Sunset CC swim meets. Often Mr Musial would hand out the second place ribbons .. I believe it was because those ribbons were red :) .. I intentionally came in second place so that he would pull me from the pool and hand me my red ribbon. I was a winner. Many thanX and God bless the family. MiMi Hunsaker

January 27, 2013

What a wonderful man. I was so glad to meet him years ago at a cardinal baseball charity event. Thank you for so many memories. Cardinal nation and my family will miss you.

Michele

January 27, 2013

Hate to loose the best Cardinal ever...Keith Herron

January 27, 2013

A lovely warm and generous person...Joan Schisler

January 27, 2013

Been waiting for you Stan

Ty Cobb

January 27, 2013

Just want to offer our condolences to the family, especially Brian. We know what good care you took of both Stan and Lil in these last years. A labor of love, we're sure! You're all in our thoughts and prayers. Dick & Peg McBride (McBride & Son Companies)

Dick & Peg McBride

January 27, 2013

The Musial Family,

Our City and American Baseball lost it's shining knight this week. What my family will remember of this wonderful man, husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and friend to so many, is his spirit, his faith, his generous way with his time, his talent and his treasure for so many years. God blessed him in so many ways but he always shared those blessings with those who crossed his life. To have met Stan and some of his family over the years was always an honor for me and my family. If there are only a "few good men" Stan would be at the top of the list for sure. He made memories for so many in both large and small acts of kindness throughout his life and they may have gone unnoticed, but never forgotten by those who received them. He always called my father "Buckie" and he was the only one who did so making it a special recognition for my Dad by Stan.
We may have lost the pride of our City but we have a legacy to live up to in remembrance of him.

Georgia and Frank Rankin and Family

January 27, 2013

Dear Musial Family,
My husband, Jason Bornmueller, installed your garage door and operator several years ago.
One of his fondest memories in life was having the pleasure of Mr Musial company in the garage talking baseball with him while he installed the door and operator.
A few days after the install a gift was sent to Jay, a signed baseball and bat with matching numbers. It is one of my husbands most valued possessions.
Not because of it being signed and numbered, but just the memory of the day, and that Mr Musial thought of him.

We are so sorry for your loss.
The Bornmueller Family

Robin Bornmueller

January 27, 2013

The Musial's family bond to one another,the community and deep faith is reflected in this past week. Thank you for all the memories we will share forever.Stan made a difference in his, our lives.

Jon Delano

January 27, 2013

I would like to express my condolences to the Musial family. Thank you for allowing US to say goodbye to Stan. He was a part of many Cardinal fan discussions when it came to baseball. I have always been an avid Cardinal fan. I love talking to my grandson and son-in-law about the Cardinal games and players. I always looked forward to Opening Day and seeing Stan in the opening ceremonies. I realize last April will be the last time we will see one of baseball's greatest sports ICONS. Thanks for sharing Stan with all of US.
Carol Reiner, St. Louis

January 27, 2013

Enjoyed Stan 75 years in baseball and working with him and his business partner.

Fred & Joan Walton

January 27, 2013

My deepiest sympathy to all of the Musial Family. Stan will never be forgotten. He was the greatest. As a kid we only had a radio and my Dad was a great Cardinal and Musial Fan. I can still hear Harry Carey and Jack Buck yelling when Stan would come up to bat. RIP Stan. You are missed.

Shirley

January 27, 2013

We lost a fine and gracious man. God bless his children ,grand kids and great grand children.

Erma

January 27, 2013

A true gentleman. Cardinal baseball won't be the same without you. Rest in peace Mr. Musial.

Lisa Sabourin

January 27, 2013

thomas marvin

January 27, 2013

Rip stan you will be miss

Jennifer whitaker

January 27, 2013

What a remarkable day for a remarkable human being. Thank you, Musial family, for sharing you father not only on such a poignant day but your whole lives. The tribute you included the entire city in today made one feel so proud to identify with what makes St. Louis so special: Catholic faith, Cardinal baseball and humble fans -- all character traits your father showered upon our town. Bless you.

Jennifer Buehler

January 26, 2013

musial and family as i grew up in st louis hill you guys and gals were like any family but with greater family values stan will be dearley mised by all but now he is with lil and his past family

bob sanders

January 26, 2013

God bless Stand and Lil - Bob

January 26, 2013

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