Flint, Michigan
STANICK, Gerald A. - Of Flint, age 73, died Monday, September 10, 2007 at McLaren Regional Medical Center. Funeral service will be held at 11AM Friday, September 14, 2007 at Resurrection Reformed Church, 5225 Calkins Road, Flint, Reverends Doug and Kristi Kiel officiating. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Resurrection Reformed Church. Visitation 6-8PM Wednesday, 1-3 and 6-8PM Thursday at the Swartz Funeral Home, 1225 West Hill Road. Mr. Stanick will be at the church from 10AM Friday until the time of the service. Gerald was born in Flint, Michigan on September 17, 1933, the son of the late Arthur and Leola (Jarvis) Stanick and was a life long resident of Flint. He was a graduate of Flint Tech High School in 1952 and then attended WMU 1952-1956. He served in the Armed Forces from 1956-1958 in Germany. He married Marilyn (Vasold) Stanick on March 2, 1963. After being discharged he worked for Mass Mutual Life Insurance Company for 40 years, retiring in 1996. Mr. Stanick was Man of the Year 1965 and was District Manager from 1981 - 1988. He was a member of Resurrection Reformed Church since 1977. He loved sports and played baseball and football in high school and college. In addition, he was a member of the Old Timers Baseball Club. Surviving are wife, Marilyn; children, Sabrina and husband Thomas Feiten of Knoxville, Tennessee, Stephanie and husband Coley Connolly of Bloomfield Hills, MI and Shelly Stanick of Berkley, MI; grandchildren, Patrick, Hannah and Olivia Feiten of Knoxville, Tennessee, Parker and Luke Connolly of Bloomfield Hills, MI. Gerry loved his family and they always came first in his life. His grandchildren were the greatest gift, and he loved to be called Papa. He was preceded in death by 2 brothers, Kenneth Stanick of Wolverine Lake, Michigan and James Stanick of Desert Hot Springs, California. Your condolences may be shared with the family at www. swartzfuneralhomeinc.com
Dear Marilyn:
I am so sorry to hear about Gerry. He has always been a great and helpful friend and he was a great source of help for me in my early MassMutual years. I still remember all the January 15"s we celebrated together.
My condolences to you and your family.
Jack Meyers
Jack Meyers
September 17, 2007 | Orleans, MA
Marilyn, I was so sorry to hear about Gerry. He was a great friend and help to me in my early career. I always think of you on Jan. 15 and wish that we were still able to have those birthday dinners.
My condolences to you and your family.
Jack Meyers
Jack Meyers
September 16, 2007 | Orleans, MA
Dear Stephanie,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. I also lost my father this month.
As I grieve, I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers, too, in the hope that it brings comfort to you and your family through this period.
Your childhood friend and birth date holder (12.22),
Linda (Dahlgren) Stuit
September 14, 2007 | Holly, MI
Marilyn, My deepest sympathy goes out to you. You are such a dear, caring person. You came and helped me out at Randels in my third grade when I was teaching there. I am so sorry about your wonderful husband. I will keep him and your entire family in my prayers.
Pam Petersen (Cereska)
September 12, 2007 | Saginaw
I knew Gerry from Zimmerman to Flint Tech. This weekend is our 55th class reunion and I was expecting to see him there. He was a loyal and fun person to have known. God bless and love to his family
Betty Zayac Holloway
September 12, 2007 | Coldwater, MI
I was a classmate of Gerald's at Zimmerman Elementary & Junior High School for 9 years and then attended Flint Technical High School, graduating in 1952. I have many fond memories, as he was highly respected among fellow classmates. He'll indeed be sorely missed. My deep condolences to his loving wife, Marilyn and family. My Love and Prayers.
Wanda J. Fenner
September 12, 2007 | Flint, MI
I worked with Mr Stanick through his Mass Mutual occupation. We have lost a wonderful man. He was always talking about his family. One Christmas he brought me in a present that his wife makes, one of the 'chocolate, caramel apples' he was so proud of! It was delicious!! Rest in peace Gerry.
Jani Kehoe
September 12, 2007 | Davison, MI
So very sorry to learn of your loss. We all send lots of love
Marshall & Jane Cossman
September 11, 2007 | Flint, MI
