Photo courtesy of William J. Burke & Sons / Bussing & Cunniff Funeral Homes
Saratoga Springs, New York
1935 - 2016 (Age 80)
Saratoga Springs, NY - Stanley R. Krystek, Sr., age 80, passed away on Saturday, April 9, 2016 at the Wesley Health Care Center after a brief illness, surrounded by his family. Stanley was born on July 1, 1935 in Camden, N.J. to the late Stanley and Beatrice (Perry) Krystek. He was the eldest of five sons.
Stanley graduated from Drexel University in Philadelphia, P.A. and received his Masters degree from Union College in Schenectady, N.Y. He was a lieutenant in the U.S. Army and served at Fort Belvoir, Virginia from February 1960 to May 1962. Stanley worked for IBM for 37 years as a Quality Engineer. He was involved with Christian Endeavor, was an avid train collector and enjoyed reading and travel.
Stanley is survived by his wife, Norma (Appleton) Krystek; his children, Stanley, Jr. and his wife Carol, Paul and his wife Susan, Gail Bates and her husband John; his grandchildren Jason, Bethany, Jessica, Joshua, Madison, and Haille; and his brothers, Clark, Edward, and Lee. He was pre-deceased by his brother James.
A funeral service will be held on Friday, April 15, 2016 at 9:30AM at the Presbyterian-New England Congregational Church, 24 Circular Street, Saratoga Springs, N.Y. Burial with military honors will follow at 11AM at the Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery, Duell Road, Schuylerville.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Cancer Society, 1 Penny Lane, Latham, NY 12110 or the Alzheimer's Association, Pine West Plaza, Bldg. 4 Suite 405, Washington Ave. Ext., Albany, NY 12205.
Arrangements are under the direction of the William J. Burke & Sons/Bussing & Cunniff Funeral Homes of 628 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs (584-5373).
Online remembrances may be made at www.burkefuneralhome.com.
Read MoreNo words will be enough to describe my brother in law Dick. What a lovely man. Our love and good wishes go to all of the family. God bless you all. Marilyn and Bill xx
marilyn and bill kelly
April 16, 2016 | Herne Bay Kent
Dear Norma, Stan, Carol, Paul, Susan, Gail, John, Jason, Bethany, Joshua, Jessica, Madison and Haille
We are really sorry to hear of your sad loss. Uncle Dick was an amazing man; he had a wonderful nature and was so much fun. He was so helpful and would do anything for anyone. He was the most tolerant and patient person I have known. I have very fond memories of his visits to England and can picture his smiling face, see him sitting reading his book quietly and remember his voice...
Susan Kelly
April 14, 2016 | Canterbury
Dear Norma, Stan, Paul and Carol-
Marshall and I send our sympathies and condolences. Dick was so kind and a true gentleman. He was always so gracious to me whenever I was at your home. I am wearing the earrings he and Norma brought me from their trip to SE Asia today to honor his memory. Our thoughts are with you all.
Vicki Snitzler
April 14, 2016 | Grants Pass, OR
Stan, Carol, Jess, Josh and Norma
Our prayers and thoughts are with your family. I met your Dad a number of times at your house - he was such a nice man.
Love
Donna, CLiff, Dom Abby Klimas
April 14, 2016
Condolences to the Krystek family....we are sorry to hear of your loss.
Joan McMaster
April 14, 2016 | Copake Falls, NY
Dear Stan, Carol, Josh and all of the Krystek family,
I'm so sorry for your loss. There's no good time to lose someone so close. I'm glad you were able to spend time together before he passed.
My sincerest condolences,
Meg Carsky-Wilson
Meg Carsky-Wilson
April 13, 2016 | Hopewell, NJ
I worked with Dick at IBM for quite some time. My first international travel experience was with Dick and Norma to the Philippines, Hong Kong, Singapore and Malaysia. It was a real treat traveling with such experienced travelers. Dick was truly a gentleman and a scholar. Dick will be missed, but our memories of him will live on. My thoughts and prayers are with the Krystek family during this difficult time.
John Drummond
April 13, 2016 | Poughkeepsie, NY
Dick was a good friend for a number of years in Poughkeepsie. One of many memorable experiences was plying the canals in a rented long boat in England, arranged by Dick for family and friends -- an outstanding experience! Thank you again, Dick and Norma!!
Perry Hood
April 13, 2016 | Lewes, DE
Our sincere sympathy goes out to Norma and the entire Krystek Family.
The Staff at Burke & Bussing Funeral Homes
April 12, 2016
