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Stanley Black Obituary
Madison - A visitation will be held Monday August 27th at 11:00am followed by 2:00pm services at Madison United Methodist Church in Madison, MS.
A burial will immediately follow the service at Parkway Memorial Cemetery in Ridgeland, MS.
Mr. Black was born in Greenville, MS on November 12th, 1955, but spent the majority of his childhood in Columbus, MS, excelling in football, basketball, baseball and track. He went on to earn a football scholarship to Mississippi State University, where he was a two-time All-Southeastern Conference safety and a 1976 All-American. After a stellar college career, he was selected by the San Francisco 49ers in the fourth round of the 1977 NFL Draft.
Mr. Black was a beloved husband to his wife, Nancy, and father to his three daughters, Parker, Taylor, and Ross. He loved hunting and fishing at Cowbell Farms, watching his girls play sports, and was an avid Mississippi State fan. He and Nancy founded Bulldog Construction, which they started together over twenty-five years ago working on numerous commercial construction projects throughout Mississippi.
He is survived by his wife, Nancy Holt Black; three daughters, Parker Black Jackson (Trey) of Madison, MS, Margaret Taylor Black of New York, NY and Katherine Ross Black of Madison, MS; sister Barbara Black Travis (Nickey), brothers Harry Black (Melissa) and Paul Black (Ellen) and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be sent to the Stan Black #36 Scholarship Fund, P.O. Box 2292, Mississippi State, MS, 39762. The family also requests honoring him by wearing his beloved maroon to the service.
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Joan Gaherty
August 20, 2020
Dear Nancy,
It's hard to believe it's been 2 years since the loss of that sweet man. Hope you & your girls can find comfort that he was loved & admired by so many. We think of you so often & pray you & your family are doing well.
We love you,
Jerry & Joan Gaherty
August 28, 2018
Nancy,
Mike and I send our deepest sympathies to you and the girls. We were so saddened to hear of Stan's untimely passing and will continue to send our prayers for comfort and understanding. We have dealt with a sudden death too and know how hard it can be. Hang onto Stan in your memories and love for him. He's there. The prayers of others will pull you through-believe and count on it! May God Bless you all.
Rita and Mike Storrie
Cherry Gunn Buckner
August 28, 2018
My deepest sympathy. Thoughts and prayers are with all his family.
Donna (Socha) Wolford
August 27, 2018
So sorry to hear the tragic news. Stan and his family grew up in Columbus, MS around the corner from where I grew up and we attended the same high school. Have not seen him in many years, but just remember what a wonderful person he was in high school and always kept up w/him in his football career because everybody knew he would become a very special person no matter what his career path followed. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time and hope you know how many people you may not have ever met send their condolences. What a great man Stan was!
God be with you and your family!
Mike and Angie Dean
August 27, 2018
Just want you and your family to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers ! In Jesus name.Mike and Angie Dean
Patti Salamonson
August 27, 2018
My deepest condolences to the family in this difficult time. This is my prayer for you all-
"May God be with you and give you comfort.
May He wrap His arms around you and give you peace and hope. May He fill you with strength, and may you feel His love."
Connie Madison
August 27, 2018
My prayers go out to your family. I didn't know Stan but my husband, Sammy Milner, died 4 years ago, also played football at MSU, was All American and 2 times SEC champion. I can imagine Stan and Sammy are both are sitting in heaven in the presence of Jesus Christ talking about old times at State because they had a lot in common. Both were great men and will be missed but we will see them again. I just wanted you to know that I share your pain and loss.
Larry Henley
August 27, 2018
Nancy, Parker, Taylor and Ross, you are all in Bev and my prayers.
Words cannot begin to express our sorrow for your loss. Stan was more than a great person.
He was a man who carried a deep conviction of service before self.
Friends are a gift from God. They bring us joy and happiness, and help us in times of need. That is why I can genuinely say,"How glad I am I had Stan for a Friend."
Friendship does not end at death, it is eternal.
Again we offer our heartfelt sympathy and prayers to each of you.
May God wrap his arms around each of you.
Much Love in Christ,
Larry and Bev Henley
Paar Colvin
August 27, 2018
So sorry to hear of Stan's passing,much love and many prayers to all that loved him,Stan's family lived across the street fr us on Spruce in Col. Ms for many yrs. I was also a big fan,enjoying his career for many yrs,RIP my friend
Loretta Blackmon McGuire
August 27, 2018
Mrs. Nancy! I can't even imagine the pain you and your girls are feeling. Mr. Stan was a great man. He did so much for my Dad (Fred). He cared so much about everyone. Please know you have a wonderful Angel looking over you all. You all will be in my prayers.
Bill Griffiths
August 27, 2018
We lost a good man, a kind man, a honest man,
a Soccer loving man. We will miss you.
Rest in Peace... Mr Stan
August 27, 2018
Nancy,
I am so sorry. You, your girls, and Stan's family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Anne Marie and Bill Trawick
Fran Phillips (Banks)
August 27, 2018
While questioning God and His plans is not what we are supposed to do, certain circumstances leave us asking "why"? One thing God will never ask us to do, is understand. I mean, how can we? His ways are higher than our ways and His thoughts higher than ours. Faith in His goodness must be our foundation. Nancy, I am mourning your loss and grieving with your family today as Stan is laid to rest. It's been a good while since I last saw either of you, but I valued our friendship and always enjoyed our time together. May God give you strength today and the days to come. May He give you peace that passes all understanding.
August 27, 2018
My condolences goes to the family and other love ones. I wish you all comfort, strength and courage during these most difficult times; 1 Peter 5:6&7 and the resurection hope John 6:40
CE
August 27, 2018
We are so very sorry to hear of Stan's untimely death. We remember happy times when our daughter Mary Elizabeth Bell Miller played soccer with Parker. Nancy, you and your daughters and the rest of your family are most definitely in our thoughts and prayers.
Steve and Tracy Bell
August 27, 2018
Condolences to your family on the loss of your loved one. Wishing you the peace and comfort promised at Jeremiah 29:11 during this difficult time:
Chris Quillian
August 26, 2018
So sorry to hear about Stan. He took care of me when I showed up to start practice in 1975 and didn't know anything. He was a great inspiration to me and I still pass on stories about his play to my players out here in Texas.
Chris Quillian
Bobby Reed
August 26, 2018
So sorry to hear of Stan's passing. Our prayers are with the family and friends of Madison United Methodist Church.
The Bobby Reed Family
Grady Randall
August 26, 2018
I am so sorry and saddened to hear about Stan. I can easily believe that he left us because he was helping someone else. He was just that way.
August 26, 2018
Nancy, Parker, Taylor and Ross... seems just like yesterday I babysat for you guys but it has been 20+ years. I was sadden when I saw that Stan had gone to be with Jesus. I will keep you guys in my prayers...
Stephanie McCombs Young
Kathy
August 26, 2018
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Kathy Rhett Cesare
Marjorie Whitney
August 26, 2018
My thoughts and prayers go out to all the family and friends of Stan. Heartbreaking that he was taken so soon, but what a great life he modeled for us!
The Staff of Parkway Funeral Home
August 26, 2018
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
August 26, 2018
Nancy,We are so sad for you and your family. We know you will miss him. May God comfort you as only he can!! Stan was a great friend to us and we will remember the good times we had!!God bless you!Allen and Jackie Bazzell
Martha Irwin
August 26, 2018
So sorry to hear of Stan's passing. His mother and I were great friends for 25 years, Condolences to all the family.
Ron Duckworth
August 26, 2018
Stan Black was a hero to me. He was a good friend but I will remember him as a loving and devoted husband and of course a loyal Bulldog. The testimonies of his teammates say all you need to know. Rest in Peace # 36. We loved you!
Pat Bell
August 26, 2018
Randy and I send our condolences to you. Stan was just a great guy. I enjoyed working with him when he served on the Central Mississippi Bulldog Club years ago. He was such a dedicated family man. He will be missed. I pray that you will be flooded with wonderful memories to help you through this challenging time.
Johnny Adams
August 26, 2018
Stan was a great person and I will miss him. My deepest condolences to his wonderful family and MSU lost a great fan and supporter. God has his Angel wings ready and he is already on the job.
Karen Russell
August 26, 2018
Stan was not only a great boss, he was also a very good friend. You will be surely missed by all. RIP Stan.
Penni Davis
August 26, 2018
I'm so sorry for your loss, Nancy, Parker, Taylor, and Ross. Your family has been a good friend to so many! We will mourn with you and lift you in prayer in the coming weeks! Love you!
Patty mitchell
August 26, 2018
My thoughts and prayers go out to Nancy, their daughters, extended family and friends for this heartbreaking loss. My deepest condolences during this most difficult time.
Jerry & Joan Gaherty
August 26, 2018
We are so very sorry to hear of your loss as Stan will be greatly missed by all of us. Jerry is unble to travel or we would certainly be there for you. Please know our family's hearts are with you as well as many thoughs & prayers.
Wlliam Griffin
August 26, 2018
Words cannot express my heartbreak and sadness. Stan was a great man and a great Friend . He will be truly missed . Rest in Peace, my Friend!!!
William Griffin
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