Samuel Leonard Durkin Stanley

Sam was a great scholar, but very kind and approachable.

My sincere condolences to the Stanley family. I have worked with Mr. Stanley professionally for some time and knew him to be a very kind and generous man. He had a way of mentoring people, in a subtle way, and effectively take them “under his wing”. His work and interaction with others will have far reaching affects that will continue to live on.

My deepest condolences go out to you and your family on the loss of your father. He must have been a very special man to produce such a wonderful daughter (Sarah) and grandchildren with kind hearts and joyful spirits.

Dear Stanley Family,
Sam was very kind to me, especially when Sam, III invited me to visit you in Silver Springs. He combined great kindness and great intelligence in an unpretentious and engaging personality. He and Janet also passed on a wonderful legacy in their children, all of whom are fine people with a great sense of humanity. Sam will not be forgotten by those who knew him.
Martin L. Ziontz
Shoreline,WA

Dear Stanley Family,
We Sisters of the Holy Names who taught Sam at St. Joseph School, Seattle, send to you our sympathy and prayers at this time when Sam's mortal life has changed to an eternal life. May he be near you often.

To my wonderful cousins,
Your father was an exceptional man. He was great to talk to about any subject. He was the best brother to my Dad and I know how much that meant to my Dad. I like to think of the 2 of them enjoying their reunion......
With love to you all. Pattie Stanley Smith

Ann, I'm so sorry for your loss.He was obviously an incredible man, and from knowing you, I can tell he was a wonderful dad. I'm sending you warm thoughts and comforting hugs.

So sorry, Sam and I had many great discussions, as well as all those Saturday night hamburgers. He is much missed.

Many condolences. I only met him a few times and have know doubt of the impact of his life in so many areas. He is another of the people I wish I had the chance to know better. A full life with a positive legacy is all any of us can hope for. He seems to have accomplished this in spades.