Cdr. Stanley E. Hindman

(ret) USNA Class of '39 1915-2015 An Officer and a Gentleman Stan passed away peacefully in Annapolis Maryland on December 9th, 2015, having met his personal goal of living to 100. He spent his last day on earth exactly as he would have wanted, surrounded by his loving family. Although Stan proudly served his country as a fierce warrior in the United States Navy, as evidenced by his being awarded a Silver Star for valor during WWII as well as the Distinguished Flying Cross, a more compassionate, loving and gentle man has never been born. Stan was loved by everyone he ever met, and for good reason. Stan had a lifelong love of flying, piloting a glider for the first time at the age of 84. He amazingly spent his 90th birthday at the stick in a T-6 Texan performing maneuvers such as an Immelmann and barrel rolls, reminiscent of his days as a Navy fighter pilot. Vying for his affection was the game of golf, which he met with great determination. He particularly enjoyed his rounds with his friends at the USNA Golf Club. Stan's sense of humor was legendary, which he used to great effect, often to help others through difficult moments. His love of puns also led to some groans! He is survived by his loving wife Penny, of 68 years. Stan is also survived by his three children - Michele Kountz and her husband Robert of Severna Park, Gregory and his wife Rita of Virginia Beach, and Kirk and his wife Louise of Lincoln, RI. , five grandchildren - Melissa, Rebecca, Jennifer, Sean, and Nathaniel, and three great grandchildren - Abagail, Emma and Jordan. Services will be held at the United States Naval Academy Chapel at a later date and will be posted on the funeral home website. In lieu of flowers, remembrances will be welcomed in the form of donations to The Wounded Warrior Project. Arrangements by John M. Taylor Funeral Home. An online guestbook is available at www.johnmtaylorfuneralhome.com