Dr. H. Stanley York

1951 - 2025

Dr. H. Stanley York

April 6, 1951 - October 3, 2025

Charlotte, North Carolina - Dr. H. Stanley York, born on April 6, 1951, in Mt. Holly, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on October 3, 2025, in Charlotte, North Carolina. A devoted scholar, husband, father, and man of deep faith, Stan's life was marked by a steadfast commitment to learning, service, and spiritual guidance.

Stan graduated from Mt. Holly High School and earned a Bachelor of Arts in History from East Carolina University. He went on to receive a Master of Divinity from Asbury Seminary as well as a Master of Theology from Duke University, culminating in a Ph.D. from Regent University's School of Divinity. His academic path reflected not only intellectual rigor but also a profound desire to understand and share the mysteries of faith.

Throughout his life, Stan remained deeply rooted in his spiritual convictions. He prayed daily for "God to contend aggressively for your souls," and often reminded his children to give God the glory for all blessings. His words echoed the belief that while we are all precious in each other's sight, we are even more so in the sight of God. A quote by Yo-Yo Ma captured his approach to life: "Each day I move toward that which I do not understand. The result is a continuous accidental learning which constantly shapes my life."

Stan was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Valerie Allen Goode York on August 17, 2025; his parents, Betty and Harold York; and his brother Kim York. Stan and Valerie would have celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on October 4, 2025.

His legacy is with his six children: Lyndsey Durham Robbins (Mark), William Stanley York (Emily), Elizabeth "Bess" Alexander York, Catherine Noel Edwards (Ralph), Colin Montgomery York (Katherine), and Susannah Painter York. Stan was blessed with six grandchildren: Mary, Connell, Lelia, Julia, Diana, and Jane - each one a testament to the enduring love he cultivated within his family. His love extended beyond his immediate family - to his nephew Nathaniel Sigmon York (Jocelyn and their son Beckham), and niece Nicolette York Latham (Joshua and their children Mila, Cora Lee, and Cohen).

Stan lived by the words of John Wesley: "Do all the good you can, by the means you can, in all the places you can, as long as you can."

A visitation will be held at 2:30 p.m., and memorial service to follow at 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, at Stanley Pentecostal Holiness Church, 113 E. Parkwood St., Stanley, NC 28164.

Arrangements are in the care of Kenneth W. Poe Funeral and Cremation Service, 1321 Berkeley Ave., Charlotte, NC 28204; (704) 641-7606. Online condolences may be shared at www.kennethpoeservices.com.