Stanley-Stary Jr.-Obituary

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Stanley Charles Stary Jr.

Independence, Ohio

Aug 29, 1940 – May 9, 2025

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BORN
August 29, 1940
DIED
May 9, 2025
LOCATION
Independence, Ohio

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Fortuna Funeral Home - Independence Obituary

Stanley Charles Stary, Jr., age 84, died on May 9, 2025 after a two-year battle with cancer. He was dearly loved and will be greatly missed by his family and many friends. Husband of Dolores (nee Stepanik).  Father of Michele Sommerfelt (Rob), Shirley (Bill Rodwancy), Angela Wanhainen (John)...

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Sending God's comfort and my deepest sympathy to Tom, Debby and family. May the love of family and friends carry you through the difficult days ahead.

I’m so sorry for your loss. Praying for peace and comfort during this difficult time for your family. Remember that your Papa will always be with you. You will carry him in your hearts forever.

Love and hugs,
Nancy Blase (Jen’s friend from WHS)

So sorry to hear this! He was a customer of mine at Colonial Restaurant for years with his Dad.They had brought me an engraved wood sculpture i remember!

Stan was our '''star" with woodworking here at Suburban Clock & Repair. His workmanship was unmatched. He truly worked miracles with the repair of clock cases. He will be missed by all of us here at Suburban Clock.

Stan was a good friend and mentor. I took wood carving lessons from him for years. He and Delores were customers of mine as well.
I will miss him and his friendship.
God speed old friend.

Uncle Stan helped me to finesse my woodturning. Whenever I had question. he was always there. I'll miss you. All my love, JoAnne

Sue, we are saddened to hear of your loss.

Stan Stary was a woodcarver’s woodcarver. He inspired many a carver to excellence. Stan carved because he loved the wood. A piece wasn’t finished until it was polished down with the finest of grits. His works are not just beautiful—they are amazing. I don’t think I’ll ever not think of Stan when I’m sanding a carving. He remains an inspiration.

I just saw this and I am so so sorry. I did work with Stanley at Marlin manufacturing for many many years and had many conversations over the years
and I also have been to many of his craft shows that he had all his wood carvings at. He will be greatly missed. I’ll always remember the time that I had with him. May his soul rest in peace God Bless