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Kenneth Stanley Obituary
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for Kenneth Stanley
Weldon
July 31, 2017
Ken was a colleague, mentor, friend and advisor.
His range of knowledge was amazing: Academic, Administrative, Assessment, Curricular, Information Technology, Employment, Parenting, and Retirement, to name a few.
Perhaps his greatest gifts were Kindness and Encouragement... to everyone from the uneducated to those earning the highest academic degrees, inclusive of the Students down the street to the Professors from around the world.
We all knew him from a different perspective, but miss him together.
Peace to all!
Vivian Small Schneider
July 20, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Stanley family during this difficult time. Mr. Stanley was a great chemistry teacher!
With Deepest Sympthy,
The 1985 class of New Hanover High School
Stephanie Kelly
July 20, 2017
Ken's team at Cisco held a lovely meeting today where they remembered him and shared stories of their time with him. I didn't know Ken personally, but I've been truly inspired by how he touched the lives of others. He clearly represented the heart of his Saviour to others while here on earth. I didn't meet him here, but I look forward to meeting him in Heaven. A new mantra has formed among us at Cisco "Be Kind like Ken"!
Hamilton Hicks
July 20, 2017
Ken was an active Amateur Radio operator (Ham), as WB4JLU, in Wilmington a few years ago, and contributed significantly to our local emergency operations and overall fellowship.
I have submitted his obit to the national Amateur Radio organization, the ARRL, for inclusion in their next national magazine publication.
Rick Galliani
July 20, 2017
Even though I only knew Ken for a short time, he made an incredible impact on me with his kindness and positive attitude. He always had a smile in his voice! He made me realize that no matter what obstacles come your way, keep a positive attitude and find a way around them! I will miss him dearly.
Gary Coman
July 20, 2017
Like so many others, I am a better person for knowing Ken. His infectious smile, grace and charm light the lives of everyone who comes in contact with him. Our Cisco family will miss him greatly. We will honor and cherish his memory by continuing all the amazing work he drove for so many years, impacting millions of students all over the world. I wish peace and love to everyone feeling his loss. We cry, but he will continue to have us laugh even more and we will always remember.
Gerald
July 20, 2017
I worked with Ken for a short time. He was a pleasure to work with. He was a very kind person.
Carl Miller
July 19, 2017
Kenneth Stanley and I attended school together from the elementary and middle school grades at Sunset Park through graduation at New Hanover High School in 1963. We had many classes together including Chemistry because we both aspired to go on to College after NHHS. We were friends as well as fellow students who spent a lot of time together because we enjoyed each other's company. I found Kenneth to be a funny, smart, and ambitious person. He was a very kind and friendly person.
We lost touch with each other when we both went
away to College to obtain our Batchelors and Master's degrees.
My next contact with Kenneth was when he was teaching Chemistry at NHHS in the late 1970"s. I married Karen Costello who was a French Teacher at NHHS during part of the time that Kenneth taught there. Karen spoke highly of Kenneth as a Teacher and a person. Since my job was in Concord, NC, Karen left and moved with me. This was my last contact with him.
My condolences to all who knew, loved/ liked, respected and will miss Kenneth.
Rest in Peace Kenneth.
Carl Miller
Garner, NC
Steve Hurst
July 19, 2017
Reporting to Ken for the last decade at Cisco Systems, I have had the privilege and pleasure of benefiting from his endlessly positive, enthusiastic, and generous spirit. As a leader, Ken could take any "the sky is falling" situation and turn it around immediately with a healthy dose of humor and support - it was like magic the way he could make the most demanding situations feel suddenly lighthearted and manageable. His humor was always a welcome refuge, and I will miss his infectious laugh.
Ken would often end team meetings with the phrase "Thank you all, for all that you do."
I would just like to say Thank You Ken, for all that you've done for all of us.
Paula Carter
July 19, 2017
Deepest Sympathy and Prayers for family.
Paula Ray Stanley Carter
l b
July 19, 2017
A truly fabulous educator! He made a positive impact on the lives of so many - he will be missed.
Fred Melroy
July 19, 2017
It was my privilege to have been friends with Kenneth for the past 35 years. He was a wonderful person and it is indeed heart warming to read all of the fine memories posted on this site. My wife Doshia shares in these sentiments and we will indeed miss visiting with him. We take comfort that he is again with Sandra.
Cynthia Montalbano
July 19, 2017
Truly gonna be missed. I'm glad there is no more pain for him and that he is happy being with Jesus and Sandra. RIP Kenneth
Lynn Beeker
July 19, 2017
Ken was such a kind, caring, and patient person -- always smiling. He was so knowledgeable about computers and programming and he helped me often when we worked together at NHHS! I feel blessed to have known him. My condolences to his family.
Deemer Durham
July 19, 2017
Ken Stanley was an extraordinary person whose friendship I will always cherish. As my immediate supervisor for Cisco Systems, his kind, intelligent and witty manner endeared him to all. Ken was never one to take credit for accomplishments but always passed that credit to others under his leadership. Even more importantly, Ken was a man of strong faith and love for family. He surely leaves a wonderful legacy for all. Rest in peace, my friend!
Tammy Cohen
July 19, 2017
Mr. Stanley was my chemistry teacher at New Hanover High School in the 1970's. He was my favorite teacher and I have thought of him often and fondly through the years. I will always remember that when we did class schedules I signed up for a free 7th period for my senior year. When I got my schedule back I was surprised to see that I had Advanced Chem instead. Mr. Stanley was my homeroom teacher and changed my card. He will be missed.
Judge Jay and Deborah Hockenbury
July 18, 2017
To Shelia, Vanessa and Family:
Kenneth will be greatly missed by so many people who have loved his wit, companionship, selflessness, Christian witness and we could go on and on. He was one of God's elect. Our best friend for over 40 years will never be replaced or forgotten.
Kate Polston-Supak
July 18, 2017
Mr. Stanley was an amazing teacher who inspired his students to learn chemistry through humor. He is a large part of why I chose to teach science. He will be missed by all who knew him. My deepest sympathy to his family.
Telethia Willis
July 18, 2017
Ken Stanley was an AMAZING man that touched the heart of everyone that he came in contact with. He was as close to an angel than anyone I have ever known and exemplified all of the great qualities that we all strive to have. If everyone could have 1/10 of his patience, grace and joy for life, this world would be a much better place. For the past 16 years, he has been an anchor for me. His work with Cisco Systems has positively impacted millions. I will miss him dearly, particularly his smile, his laugh, and his comforting support. He was such an enduring light for all of those around him and I am profoundly blessed to have been counted among the many that was able to be a part of his journey in this life.
John Sneeden
July 18, 2017
Mr. Stanley was my chemistry teacher at NHHS many years ago. He was a kind, patient man, who gave all of his students the help and attention they needed. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Martin Benson
July 18, 2017
How wonderful to see how many of Ken's former students have commented here. As a longtime colleague of Ken, I can attest to his wonderful kind and collaborative spirit. He could through any task to me and I would do it, because I was helping Ken. I will miss him.
Kimberly Jones
July 18, 2017
It is hard to think of Ken and not smile. His kindness, patience, and intelligence will be missed on the Cisco team. My condolences to his family.
Robert Moore
July 18, 2017
Ken Stanley was an outstanding teacher and
was highly respected and loved by all students and faculty. He was always willing to help when needed. Ken was indeed one of the Best . ROBERT MOORE
Ann Marie (Rawls) Robinson
July 18, 2017
I had a great deal of respect for Mr. Stanley. He was an above average teacher without a doubt. He impacted the lives of many young people thoughout his career....including my own. Thank you Mr. Stanley.
George Ward
July 18, 2017
Ken was one of the kindest persons I have ever met. I had the pleasure of meeting him when we were rolling out the Cisco Network Academy program and I was truly bless that day. He had the ability to positively effect everyone he touched.... Rest in peace Ken
Julie Lovett Lacki
July 18, 2017
My favorite teacher at NHHS. Inspirational, kind, and witty, he brought chemistry to life for his students. My thoughts are with his family.
Pat Martin
July 18, 2017
Ken was a dear and respected teacher known by his colleagues at NHHS for his sincerity and talent. The New Hanover "family" was blessed for many years by his presence.
Nancy Fowler
July 18, 2017
Mr. Stanley was a wonderful Chemistry and Advanced Chemistry teacher that I have always remember. He was a role model to the students at New Hanover High School.
Nancy Fowler Class of 1975
Craig Burnworth
July 17, 2017
My condolences, Mr. Stanley provided a spark for my interest in chemistry. I later majored in chemistry at UNC Wilmington which help lay the foundation for my career. I appreciate the excellence of his teaching in rather meager surroundings. I'm sure he touched the lives of many students. Farewell dear teacher.
Lisa Sharrard
July 17, 2017
Mr. Stanley was a fabulous teacher! I remember his chemistry class like it was yesterday. He ignited my interest in chemistry and programming Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Susan Barkley Scott
July 17, 2017
I have such good memories of my NHHS years in chemistry and Advanced Chemistry with Mr. Stanley. So sorry for your loss.
Tracy Mckeithan Rabon
July 17, 2017
Sincere condolences to all of the family. Mr Stanley was my chemistry teacher at New Hanover. He had such a marvelous wit and was a gifted teacher.
Brian Ahmad
July 17, 2017
RIP Mr. Stanley! He was a great chemistry teacher and great man. He will be missed by many.
Debbie Langston Class of 1975 NHHS
July 17, 2017
A wonderful educator, always remember his kindness to all students at NHHS, I never had the privilege of having him as a teacher. He always wore a kind smile and always spoke to everyone. Heaven has truly gained a angel.. Prayers and thoughts to his family and friends. Sharing Wildcat love
Sheila Youngblood
July 17, 2017
I am so sorry for your loss! This wonderful man was the kindest chemistry teacher I think that ever lived! I blew up an experiment once in a lab during class and he didn't get upset at all, he just came over with that kind smile of his and helped me get it under control (it was laughing gas), and continued with class. He passed me, but he was still an amazing teacher, not just of chemistry but of life, and understanding. I wish we had more Kenneth Ray Stanley's in this world today! Thank you for sharing him with us!
My condolences and prayers are offered to all,
Ricky Meeks
July 17, 2017
Mr. Stanley, Such a wonderful person inside & out. I enjoy our friendship from the Wildcats Days to Now. From New Hanover High School Class of 1987 our prayers his family & friends. I know K&W staff will miss Mr. Stanley went I go there I will be thinking of Mr Ken & Mrs. Sandra for some time to come. Thank You for Teaching & having compassion for " Others" ! ❤
Wilbur & Lila Reaves
July 17, 2017
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Dale Murphy Geyer
July 17, 2017
What a wonderful man who touched so many lives by his beautiful life and respect for our Father above. His laughter, voice and spirit lit any room he was a part of and his quiet greatness will be missed on this earth.
Jenese Miller
July 17, 2017
I have the fondest memories of this precious brother. As a young girl I attended his wedding to his dear Sandra, and watched their lives together until her recent passing. While he is taken so soon, I know that he is rejoicing in Heaven with his Savior and his loved ones. My heartfelt prayers for his family and friends as they mourn the loss of this good and Godly man.
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