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Richard Stanley Obituary
March 2, 1948
October 13, 2017
Richard Allen Stanley passed away on Friday, October 13th, 2017 at his home in Gerlach, Nevada.
Richard was born on March 2, 1948 to Lillian and Morris Stanley. He was the oldest boy in a family of eight children. He is survived by his sisters, Coni, Kathleen, Joanne and Carol. He was preceded in death by his parents, his brothers Tom and Don, and his sister Diane.
In 1984, Richard and Linda Santos were married. Their blended family was made up of six children, Allen (Tracy), Kristen (Rick), Justin (Dalores), Elaina, Sonja, and Roni (Steve), and 12 grandchildren, Brittnee, Corinne (Rawly), Breanna, Chelsea, Nicole, Dylan, Brittney, Devin, Tyler, Garrett, Hannah, and Shasta.
From 1967 to 1970 Richard served as a sergeant in the United States Marine Corps during the Vietnam War. During his time with the Marines he was awarded several honors including: the National Service Medal, the Vietnam Campaign Medal, the Vietnam Service Medal, the Combat Action Ribbon, and was an acclaimed expert rifleman.
Richard Stanley was loved by many and will be incredibly missed. Services in his honor will be held in March. Please contact Linda Stanley for details.
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Memories and Condolences
for Richard Stanley
Roni Coppock
March 6, 2018
Mary McIntyre
October 30, 2017
To Rick's family, I'm so very sad for your loss. Although I've been gone for quite a while now I will never forget the fun we all had together. The "Richard Cranium Society" and the Dickettes were some of the best people I've known and some of the best friends I've ever had.
Rick will be missed by many as he was a very special person to a lot of us.
Jerry and Jan Compau
October 29, 2017
Rick and Linda have supplied us with some of our greatest lifetime memories. Rick was always there to lend a hand to anyone in need. He was generous beyond words with both his skills and his friendship. He will be sorely missed by all who knew and loved him. Rest in peace dear friend!
Rick and Helen weeks
October 28, 2017
Linda you are in our thoughts and prayers. We were in shock to here about rick, as life takes us in all different directions, we always had longtime memories with you guys. He will be missed by us all. What a great guy. Please if you need enything call us. Love to you and all your family.
John Bush
October 28, 2017
My sincere sympathy to you and the rest of Rick's family and friends. I worked with him at SPPC and always enjoyed his company and friendship. He will truly be missed.
Rocky & Carol Byers
October 28, 2017
Linda: Our sincere sympathy to you and your family in the loss of Rick. He and Rocky go back more than 50 yrs.........having rekindled their friendship in the last 4 years, visiting his home in Gerlach, NV and sharing holidays together. May you find peace and comfort in the arms of friends and family during this difficult time.
Rocky & Carol Byers
Buddy L. & Barb Phelps
October 27, 2017
To all of Rick's family and friends, we are so deeply sorry for the loss of such an awesome man. We had the privilege of spending a lot of great times together with him and Linda. He was the type of person who would do anything for just about anyone. Can't begin to express how much we'll miss him. Rest in Peace good friend
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