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1980
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2022
Benjamin Stanley Obituary
Born to Mark and Sharon Rinkliff Stanley on January 30, 1980, he is survived by his mother; brothers Nick (Mary-Beth) of Circleville and Joel (Georgina Wilson) Stanley of Oakland, CA; grandmother Marian Rinkliff of Chillicothe; and niece/nephews Kat, Chip, and Andy of Circleville. He was predeceased by his father, grandparents Doris and Harold Stanley of Waynesville, and grandfather Don Rinkliff of Chillicothe.
After graduating from Circleville High School, Ben continued to pursue his passion for running as a member of the Muskingum College cross country team. He earned degrees in business and education, also graduating from The Ohio State University. Meanwhile, Ben was proudly serving as a member of the Ohio and then the North Carolina National Guard. He completed two overseas deployments, including one in Iraq as part of Operation Enduring Freedom/Operation Iraqi Freedom.
Ben was a soft-spoken, kind, gentle soul. He considered his children his greatest accomplishment, loved them with all of his heart, and enjoyed spending time with his family more than anything. He had a special ability to see the underlying humor in any situation. Those who knew him can attest that Ben was a true patriot (beyond his love for fireworks) and an Ohio State Buckeye to his core. Ben was happiest outdoors and had a prettier fly cast than anyone else in his family tree.
To his family, he was loyal and protective, and his presence made us feel like we were home. He will be deeply missed, and we take comfort in knowing that he is in a better place where we will one day see him again.
The family will hold a private memorial service over the July 4 holiday. In lieu of flowers, contributions to the Glacier National Park Conservancy https://www.glacier.org/donate-to-glacier or Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing https://projecthealingwaters.org/get-involved/ can be made in Ben's memory.
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Julianne
March 22, 2023
I love and miss my dad. <3 Julianne
Sherrie Peloquin and Family
July 8, 2022
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you, Adrienne, and your children, and your family at this difficult time. May the Lord comfort you and bring you peace knowing that Ben is at peace with the Lord.
Stacy Rathbone
July 3, 2022
Mrs Stanley and family we praying for you all that God will give you comfort and peace during this time the Rathbone family
Ruth Yerardi
July 2, 2022
Dear Sharon and family, we are so saddened to hear of your loss of Ben. His memorial obituary honored him . He was an extremely unselfish giver and a true patriot just like his Mom. May God keep His love and comfort near you today and the days ahead.
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Jessica (Pratt) Mogan
June 30, 2022
My family and I just wanted to send our condolences to you all. Ben was two years older than me in school, and Nick was in my class at Circleville High School, and Ms. Mary Beth was my daughter's girl scout leader. We are thinking of you all at this sad time.
cheryl l gaus
June 29, 2022
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your young son-in-law. He was an amazing individual and a true patriot. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Patricia Leonard Meyer
June 29, 2022
Dear Sharon and Family of Ben-
My prayers and thoughts are with you all. May Ben rest in peace in the arms of Jesus. May God comfort you and surround you with His Love during the days ahead. With love, prayers and deepest sympathy, Pat Meyer
Donna and Braden with love.
June 29, 2022
In the multitude of my thoughts within me thy comforts delight my soul,
Phil Luxenburger
June 28, 2022
I am so sorry about this. I met Ben at Muskingum. I think we had a similar wavelength when it came to our senses of humor. I think it allowed us to be buddies for a long while after college. I still have his gift of groomsman golf balls. Ben will be sorely missed.
Tracey Reynolds Zink
June 28, 2022
Sending love to all the family members.
Ed and Pat Dyke
June 28, 2022
Sharon, How deeply saddened I am to read your post about Ben. I pray that our Great God will surround you and your whole family with His love and comfort as only He can do. Our sympathy to all of you.
Patty Reppart
June 28, 2022
I am so sad for you, Sharon. I, too, know the loss of a son so young. God´s Grace will give you comfort and knowing we will see them again one day.
My love and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. Hugs
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