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Meta Stanley Memoriam

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Meta Stanley, age 90, went to be with the Lord on Jan. 23, 2018. She was born on Jun. 28, 1927 in Summerfield, FL, the daughter of Thomas and Ruby (Scarborough) Clyburn. An active member of Mandarin United Methodist Church, she discipled and led many to Christ through her teaching and witness. Her life was a testament to her faith. An avid photographer, poet and author, she wrote, produced and performed in the play Women of the Bible for 23 years. She is survived by her husband of 73 years, Daniel Stanley; 6 children: Claudia Lefkowitz (Bill), Marsha McGugan (Pat), Rick Stanley (Scott Galloway), Andrea Foord, Mike Stanley (Chasity), Trish Berryman (Peter); 7 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren and her sister, Eva Miriam Brown of Zephyrhills, FL. Her family wishes to thank the team at Community Hospice & Palliative Care and her caregivers Diane, Carol, Michelle, Stephanie and all those that loved, prayed, and provided food during the last months of her life. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Community Hospice & Palliative Care, 4266 Sunbeam Rd, Jacksonville FL, 32257 or Mandarin UMC, 11270 San Jose Blvd., Jacksonville FL, 32223.
The celebration of her life will be held at Mandarin UMC on Sat., Feb. 24, 2018 at 10:30 AM, with a reception following.
Arrangements are under the care of HARDAGE-GIDDENS FUNERAL HOME OF MANDARIN, 11801 San Jose Blvd. Jacksonville, FL 32223. www.hgmandarin. com (904) 288-0025.

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Published by Florida Times-Union on Feb. 18, 2018.

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Jeanne Castro

February 24, 2018

Our deepest sympathies to the Stanley family. We remember Meta through Andi from when we acquired their lovely Lake Grandin home nearly 20 years ago. We still enjoy it and see her touches that are still there. Our thoughts are with your family. Jeanne and Bob Castro

Margie Rockenbach

February 21, 2018

Dan and Marsha,
We was so very sorry to learn of Meta's passing. She was such a dear and lovely lady. We have so many wonderful memories of her and of you and your family. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Jim and Margie Rockenbach

Laura Murray

February 18, 2018

I am sorry to say I never met Mrs. Stanley, but knowing her through her precious and beautiful daughter Andi makes me know that her life was well lived and those whose lives she touched will feel a great loss. I pray for peace and comfort for those she left behind and rejoice with her in her renewed body and her much deserved new home in heaven. Laura Murray

Marianne Cromarty

February 18, 2018

I will miss Aunt Meta, her sweet presence, her devoted prayer's that she prayed over me for so many years! I love her, and I miss her!

Marsha McGugan

February 18, 2018

Well done good and faithful servant!
Rejoice and be glad, because great is your reward in heaven.


Love you Mom. Miss you everyday.

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