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1940
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2023
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Stanley Domansky Obituary
1940-2023
It is with great sadness that the family of Stanley Gerald Domansky announce his passing on January 7, 2023 at the age of 82 in Prince George, BC
Stan was diagnosed in July 2022 with stage four cancer. He fought valiantly until he could no more, passing on Ukrainian Christmas with his daughters by his side.
Stan will be lovingly remembered by his daughters Vicki and Cindy (Corrigan), son in law Brian (Corrigan), sister Olga (Kwiatkowski) and numerous nieces and nephews and other family.
Stan was predeceased by his wife Joy, his parents Katherine and Stephen, and his siblings Erakie (Olson), Karl, Edward, Joseph, Elizabeth and Lily.
Stan was born in Sandy Lake, Manitoba, and spent his early years working on the farm. His ambitions led him to become a member of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police in 1959, being the first member to ever come from Sandy Lake.
Stan did his RCMP training in Ottawa, Ontario, where he met and married his wife Joy.
"Stan the Man" transferred to British Columbia, being stationed in numerous places in the Vancouver/Lower Mainland area. Stan thrived as an RCMP member, being involved in many large, high profile cases. He joined the Vancouver Drug Squad, and was instrumental in bringing down the "Czech Connection" drug cartel in 1977. For his contributions in breaking up this international drug ring, Stan was awarded the RCMP Commissioner's Commendation, the highest internal award in the RCMP.
Stan and his family then transferred to Quesnel, BC for two years, and finished his RCMP career in Prince George, BC, both heading up the General Investigation Section and as a Watch Commander. He was very proud to have been a Mountie.
In 1981, Stan retired from the RCMP as a Staff Sergeant to join the BC Tel security department as head of the Northern Division, where he worked for another 20 years before retiring completely.
Stan was an avid hunter, fisherman, and outdoor enthusiast. He enjoyed snowmobiling, camping, and ATV'ing with his family and friends. He'd always have a drink ready for any visitors.
While he was a "no nonsense" man, Stan was fiercely dedicated to his family. He was a loving father and husband, caring for his wife Joy when she fell ill, and making sure his daughters were always taken care of.
As per Stan's wishes, there will be no memorial service. If desired, donations could be made in his name to the Prince George Hospice House.
The family would like to express their gratitude to Dr. Liam Higgins, for his compassion and understanding; to UNHBC ER, ICU, and surgical departments for their care; to Dr. Miller for her guidance regarding Dad's disease, and finally to the Prince George Hospice House for his end of life care.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.lakewoodfh.com for the Domansky family.
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Memories and Condolences
for Stanley Domansky
18 Entries
Catherine Cosh
January 25, 2023
My condolences on the loss of your dad.
Derald Lewis
January 25, 2023
I worked with Stan in Prince George. He was a great boss and true friend. Stan always had your back and would constantly be in teaching mode. We socialized and went on numerous trips and, at one time, ended up in Atlin. It was a trip of a lifetime! Many fond memories of `Stan the Man.´
Michel Pelletier
January 21, 2023
"Stan the Man" a true Leader and a "Cops Cop" !
Thank You for your Service and mentorship. From one of your Undercover Operators.
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Norm Blaney
January 20, 2023
Stan the Man, wow, what a Mans Man he was. I was 22 transferred to Vancouver Drug Section. Stan was a Grizzly, full beard and a man to be remembered by this 22 year old at that time. My mentor, one we all looked up to, his presence while on surveillance gave everyone a feeling of security and well being while being in a dangerous or insecure environment. Thus the nickname Stan the Man. Years later to meet and work for him again when i worked at Prince George and was blessed to have Stan my boss. A boss that always had your back. Prince George in 79 was a rough tough place and Stan was always nearby giving support and direction. A Watch was a close knit family and Stan was the head and strength of that family. Stan was always there for support and direction. If the boys made a mistake, you had better tell him first. Then, he had your back. In my 70´s now i still have good memories of Stan and in July i felt i needed to go see him again. I left Kelowna and drove to PG for 3 days but Stan was not home. I wanted to thank him, to thank him for being who he was and to thank him for helping me become the Policeman who i became. Stan, you will always be remembered because it was Policeman like you that made the RCMP the organization that we all wanted to be part of. Norm Blaney Kelowna
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Glen Harris
January 19, 2023
I met and worked with Stan often at BC Tel. I was always impressed with his professionalism and pleasant demeanor.
Stephen Hryciuk
January 19, 2023
On behalf of the RCMP Veterans Association,
Prince George Region, please accept our deepest condolences. The RCMP Veterans' Association will be making a donation to the Prince George Hospice house in Stan's name. RIP fellow brother.
Friend of a friend
January 16, 2023
I didn´t know Stan, I never met Stan - but I heard so many monologues about Stan´s police work in the early seventies, convincing me, long ago, he was the real McCoy. One undercover operator in particular repeated countless UC stories of Stan´s leadership during a prolonged operation that mesmerized the imagination of a young gumshoe. My wish to have had the merriment of learning from Stan lived on through Frenchie and a rare few others who understood the underbelly of the illicit drug world, like Stan did. Policing a half-century ago was on another level - Writs of Assistance days, real identity protected non-contracted INF´s, original controlled deliveries and, of course, intense paper fights with the brass to get out of the office! Youngsters today shrug their shoulders at the remaining dinosaurs, but someday the Stan Domanskys of the policing world will be posthumously recognized for the pioneering drug investigative procedures they came up with, before the books were written. Stan was part of the genesis of drug investigational methods. They don´t make them like that anymore! My condolences to the family.
Kenji Hokazono
January 16, 2023
Our most sincere condolences on the passing of your father. I was fortunate to be part of investigative teams during the 70´s to work with `Stan the Man´!
We all learned a lot from his experience and knowledge and were highly successful in getting positive results for our efforts. Thank you for sharing him with us and may he Rest In Peace.
Sincerely, Ken and Gloria Hokazono
Reg Chase (Chip)
January 15, 2023
I was saddened to hear of Stan's passing. Stan and I trained together in Ottawa and shared the same barrack room. Stan was always good for a laugh during Training and was good company. I had the pleasure of meeting Joy at this time of their lives. Although I never had the pleasure of working with Stan, we did often meet through our working relationship in Vancouver. My deepest condolences to members of his family. He did make this world a better place to live.
Darrell Olson
January 13, 2023
Please accept our deepest condolences! Although the family wasn´t always close, those of us that had a longer history with Uncle Stan always held him the deepest respect! His shoes would be very hard to fill! Rest In Peace Uncle Stan! With love, Darrell and Shirley Olson
Christian Picard
January 13, 2023
I worked with Sgt. Domansky in Vancouver in 1974 when He was responsible for a major undercover operation. He was a great leader and a gentleman. I always had the most respect for him. I want to offer my condolences to all his family.
Bob Vanderaegen
January 13, 2023
You will be missed Stan, I have thoroughly enjoyed my time working under your command on the Vancouver Drug Section in the early '70's RIP, Joanne and I send our deepest condolences to your children.
Lino and Kathy Nadalin
January 13, 2023
This world needs more people like Stan Domansky.
My condolences to all the family.
Kathy Nadalin-Pauley
Lynn (Sheppard)Gilliard
January 12, 2023
Stan was a friend of my dad's and I
got to know him at BC TEL he was very kind and help us with a number of ussues. our condolences to the family.
Marg: Ian Wilson
January 11, 2023
Stan was a wonderful neighbour and friend. He was always ready and willing to help out whenever he was needed. He will be missed
Debbie Fontaine
January 11, 2023
Stand up Guy! B.C TEL was better with a guy like Stan around..
Brenda Laviolette
January 11, 2023
So sorry to hear of Stan´s passing, I worked with him for many years at Telus Security. Thoughts are with his family and friends.
Jim Klassen
January 10, 2023
Stan. RIP. It was a pleasure to work with you in BC Tel
Prince George.
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