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After studying photography and design at Temple University, Stan enlisted in the Ski Troops with the U.S. Army's 10th Mountain Division and served in North Africa and Italy during World War II.
Stan was an award-winning commercial photographer during his 25 years as director of photography for Container Corporation of America. He was also a cinematographer for the television series, "Wild Kingdom." Following his retirement, his continuing love of the outdoors and interest in supporting environmental awareness was focused on the National Parks, where he shared his artistry in two books on the photography of our National Parks.
Stan was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Wanda.
He is survived by his children, Jan of Elburn, Tom of Ft. Washington, Md., Mary Ann of Charlottesville, Va., and Steve of St. Charles.
The Jorstad family is grateful for the compassionate care provided by VNA Hospice.
There will be a memorial mass at 11 a.m. on Monday, May 13, at St. Peter & Paul Church in Virgil. Please direct memorial contributions to St. Peter & Paul Church.
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Memories and Condolences
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Roger Dean
May 3, 2023
RIP my buddie.
Roger Dean
May 3, 2021
He was and always will be my best racing buddy ever. It's that time of the year Stan, let's go!
Roger Dean
May 5, 2019
Getting to the time of the year when we would all be getting ready for Elkhart . Boy did we have GOOD memories! My prayers are with you.
Bill Ficht
May 13, 2013
Today is a bright sunny day, Stan would be happy because it is an 125 of a second day at f22. Perfect for shooting outdoors !
Bill & Barb Ficht
May 13, 2013
Dear Jan, Tom, Steve and Mary Ann
Barb and I are truly sorry to hear of your dad's passing.
It is hard to believe over 40 years have gone by since we first met.
I am extremely grateful for having had the opportunity to work so closely with Stan for many years and learn from him in the profession he loved so dearly. His books and the photos on the walls of our home will be a constant reminder of the vision of a talented, kind and gentle man. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Roger Dean
May 12, 2013
Dear Jan, Steve, Tom & Mary Ann
I was so sad to hear of your dad passing.
I have nothing but fond thoughts of Stanley, as well as all of you. We did have special times together.
My prayers are with you.
Joyce Foley
May 12, 2013
Dear Jan, Steve and family, I was so sorry to hear about your father's death. I hope you find comfort in your memories of his wonderful life and his love for all of you. He was a special person and will be missed.
Bill & Martha Knopik
May 11, 2013
May 11, 2013
Our condolences to the family.
Stan is now with the God he served so well, and with his wife Wanda.
He was a good friend and a good neighbor to us.
May his soul rest in peace.
Ron Pauli
May 11, 2013
My condolences to the Jorstad family. The world has lost a gentle giant of landscape photography. My thoughts and prayers are with the Jorstad family.
KC & Paula Dow
May 9, 2013
Dear Jan & family,
I am saddened but also relieved. Knowing that he is in a better place without the anguish of that horrible disease is comforting but can still very hard to accept. When my Dad passed he to was surrounded by family and what more could you ask. You are in our thoughts and prayers and may the warm sunshine always shine on your faces with all the happy memories of Dad. Love and peace to you all.
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