Robert Stanton Felsman

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Robert Felsman Obituary

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Robert Stanton (Stan) Felsman, age 36, departed this life on Friday, December 5, 2003, in Austin where he had resided since 2000. Stan was born on May 23, 1967, in Fort Worth and lived there until 1989. He received a Paralegal Certificate from the University of San Francisco and thereafter was employed by several law firms in San Francisco and Austin. Stan was a cherished son, grandson and brother and will be remembered for his sense of humor, tender heart and love of family and friends. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Archie Harold and Emily Joyce Keen and Aldrich Martin and Clara Louise Felsman. He is survived by his parents, Robert Aldrich and Mary Lou Felsman; step-grandmother, Catharine S. Keen, all of Fort Worth; brother, Bradley Keen Felsman of Greenville; sister and brother-in-law, and Stan's best friends, Marianna Louise and Randall Blair Damell of Austin; niece and nephew, Deniz Erol Felsman and Derin Keen Felsman of Houston, and a large extended family. A memorial mass will be held on Wednesday, December 10, at 10:00 a.m. at St. Theresa's Catholic Church, 4311 Small Drive. A reception will be held in the parish hall following the service. Honorary pallbearers will be Stan's cousins: Jack Puryear Jr., Jim Puryear, John Puryear, Marty Felsman, Tom Keen and Bill McFarland. In lieu of flowers, those desiring, please make memorial contributions to Happy Hill Farm and Academy, a non-denominational home and school for at-risk children, 3846 N. Hwy. 144, Granbury, TX 76048, or a charity of choice.

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Published by Austin American-Statesman on Dec. 9, 2003.

Memories and Condolences
for Robert Felsman

12 Entries

Nellie Jackson

December 11, 2003

I can't remember ever seeing Stan without a smile on his face. The last time I saw him, he was playing the guitar and singing Johnny Be Good. Noah stood in front of the stage and danced.

Marianna and Randall: I love both of you very much and am so sorry for your loss. Dan and I are praying that God will heal your hearts and grant you peace.

Penny Addison

December 10, 2003

I had the pleasure of meeting Stan when my husband and I first moved to Austin. I accepted a job with Vinson & Elkins and, because we had just moved from California, Stan & I seemed to have much in common.

Not long after I left V&E, I ran into Stan in the San Jacincto building and I learned he had moved on also.

I had many fun chats with Stan and I truly enjoyed his stories and his sense of humor. I was shocked to hear of his passing but I am comforted in having known this great guy and am sure he is helping the angels keep laughter in their hearts.

Penny Addison

Deborah Fields

December 10, 2003

Stan was so much fun to be with - a great talker, listener, guitar player and story teller. He was one of the sweetest, funniest and best people I've ever known. My deepest condolences to his loving family and his many friends. I love you Stan with all my (broken) heart and will miss you forever.

Curtis Bergthold

December 10, 2003

Marianna,

I'm very sorry to hear about the passing of your brother. My prayers are with you and your family.

God Bless You,

Michele Laber

December 10, 2003

I was so sad when I heard about our friend Stan. I remember smoking with him in SF and trading back and forth sacrastic quips! I know your sweet and bright star will shine forever...I will miss having your light so close though....

xoxo Michele

Dara Reed-Loomis

December 9, 2003

Last time I saw Stan was at his going away dinner at this really great, yet really cheesy Mexican restaurant in San Francisco. There was a large group of us and the table was filled with laughter and lively conversation. It was just the right send-off for his new life in Austin.

I will remember Stan's sense of humor and dry wit, his kindness and his willingness. That and the night we all went bowling in Japantown.

My condolences to his family and friends. He will be missed.

Love, peace and serenity to you Stan.

Paulette Schafir

December 9, 2003

I came to know Stan via his best friend and sister Marianna who is one of my best friends. I was part of his San Francisco family and loved his kindness, humor, charm and OK, good looks. He will be missed, but know he will always be here in his own way. I love you Stan - Pauletty

Kerry and Chrissy Becker

December 9, 2003

Marianna, It is very hard to loose a loved one so suddenly, You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. May God's presence shine down upon you and your family in this time of sadness.

Jimi Lee Riverkamp

December 9, 2003

I worked with Stan and really enjoyed having him around. He could take a very stressful situation and make everyone laugh. My prayers condolences go out to his family.

Erin McKinney

December 9, 2003

I met Stan at work in Austin where we discovered we had mutual friends in SF. He was a great friend, was witty and very kind, and always a smile. My deepest condolences to his family who meant so much to him. I will miss him a great deal.

Brian Szymczak

December 9, 2003

I used to work with Stan and offer my sincerest condolences to his loved ones.

Stan usually worked nights, worked really hard and did great work. What made Stan great to work with was his wry sense of humor--always offbeat, but right on target. He also had fantastic stories about his previous work nabbing shoplifters in San Francisco.

Hannah Anson

December 9, 2003

I used to work with Stan. We would take smoke breaks together and he would tell me the funniest stories. His sense of humor was uncanny! I am saddened by the loss.

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