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STANSBERRY JAMES W. STANSBERRY (Age 82) LT. GENERAL, USAF (Ret) Passed away peacefully on June 28, 2010. He was the son of William Adrian and Phyllis Robinson Stansberry. He was predeceased by the love of his life, Audrey Mildred Heinz; and brothers, David and William. He leaves behind daughters, Norah Stansberry of Spokane, WA, Amy and husband Rick Goodhand of Arnold, MD and Lisa and Husband Tony Porten of Chesapeake, VA. He is known as "Bapa" to his grandchildren, Adrian, Mason, Nate, Megan, Jimmy, Molly, Cayla and Maya; and his great grandchildren, Bradan and Alison. Born in Grafton, WV, he began his military career by enlisting as a private in the Army. He graduated from the United States Military Academy, Air Force Institute of Technology and the Armed Forces Staff College. In conjunction with his master''s studies, he was the recipient of the Marvin E. Gross and the Wall Street Journals Awards presented annually to the top graduate. His military decorations and awards include the Distinguished Service Medal, Legion of Merit with oak leaf cluster, Air Force Commendation Medal and Army Commendation Medal. He was named Engineer of the Year for 1979 by the San Fernando Valley Engineers Council. In 2008, he received the Air Force Institute of Technology''s Distinguished Alumni. A celebration of life will be held Thursday, July 1, 2010, from 2 to 4 p.m. at Harbourway at Atlantic Shores and burial services will be held at a later date in Arlington National Cemetery. Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Lynnhaven Chapel handling arrangements. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donation be made to the Salvation Army in honor of Jim Stansberry. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.hollomon-brown.com
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Scott Stansberry
July 19, 2010
I only met General Stansberry when I visited him with my father back in 1979. He and my dad were cousins and grew up together in WV. I shared some emails with Jim a few years back and he was very gracious and friendly. I just wanted to extend condolences from Bud Stansberry's children and grandchildren.
July 6, 2010
I worked for Jim Stansberry as his secretary at AFSC when he was a Colonel. He was the most gentle and kind person I know. He looked out for me at all times. It was a pleasure to work for him and I will always remember him. My prayers and thoughts are with the family at this time.
Phyllis Brownlee, Elkins, West Virginia
July 6, 2010
General Stansberry was a wonderful boss and leader. He was always doing things to help his "people- A true gentleman a wonderful friend. We will all miss him.I am sitting here with a smile on my face remembering the many memories I have.
God bless you all and God Bless General Stansberry
David and Ellen Esses
July 2, 2010
Amy,
May your memories of your MOM and DAD offer you the peace you need during this time!!!!! Thoughts and prayers are with you and those you love.
Karen Hill, Goodyear, AZ
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July 2, 2010
May God's Peace be with you all
July 2, 2010
Ellen and I shall always remember Jim and Audrey as two of the most gracious and gentle individuals that we ever had the pleasure of knowing. May God now take special care of this true VA gentlemen. Gene/Ellen Schwartz
Joe and Karen Morgan
July 1, 2010
Please accept our deepest sympathy and condolences for your loss. Karen and I and our family had the pleasure of living across the Circle at Hanscom when General Stansberry was Commander of ESD, and we all remember him, Audrey, the player piano and the great parties. He was a wonderful man to work for, a true gentleman, delightfully brash, and a polished thespian. Please let us know when the burial services will be held.
Phil Hill
July 1, 2010
Lisa,
Please accept Karen and my sympathies for you and your entire family. As you struggle with his passing, I hope your mind is filled with wonderful memories of your Dad giving you warmth and joy that over power the grief. And in the future as little things remind you of him, I hope it brings back precioius moments that lift your heart and puts a smile on your face. God Bless.
RTSC CHULA VISTA
July 1, 2010
Lisa, our heart-felt sympathies and prayers are with you and the family. From the Raytheon Family in Chula Vista.
July 1, 2010
May God's peace be with the entire family
Linda Geers
July 1, 2010
Amy, I am so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Kent Myers
July 1, 2010
Norah, Amy, and Lisa, I am so sorry for your loss. Uncle Jim was a great person, offering happiness to those lives that he touched throughout his life. My condolences to all of you and your famlies.
June 30, 2010
Thinking of the Goodhands & family at this sad time. Keeping all of you in my prayers, Beth Kopack
Rick Heinz
June 30, 2010
Norah,Amy & Lisa - I was so sorry to hear of Uncle Jim's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Rick Heinz
David Moomy
June 30, 2010
Lisa, Please accept our deepest condolences on the passing of your father. Dave and Barbara Moomy
Gail Alexander
June 30, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Ellee Thompson
June 30, 2010
Amy,Rick, Mason, Megan,
I am so sad that the world has lost such a wonderful soul. I hope that in time, you will be able to remember him with joy and laughter for all he shared with you! The Thompsons are holding you in our hearts with love and prayers!
Elizabeth Ferguson
June 30, 2010
Lisa and Tony, Our thoughts are with you and your family. Love Elizabeth, Royall III and the boys
June 30, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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