4800 E Indian School Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85018
STANLEY, DAVID “DAVE”
David “Dave” Stanley, aged 90, of Phoenix AZ, passed away peacefully at home on January 8, 2022. He was born to Wayne and Alberta Stanley on July 28, 1931 in Battle Creek, Michigan. Dave was the eldest of eleven children. Dave lived a life of love, gratitude, generosity, and held a positive disposition throughout his life expressed in the thought that “Tomorrow is going to be better than today.” Married to Sandra Hinz in Phoenix on August 31, 1957, they built a successful business, raised five sons, were active in their church, traveled the world, adopted six dogs, spoiled their ten grandchildren at every opportunity, and have nine great-grandchildren with two on the way.
In partnership with his father, Dave established Stanley’s Snappy Service in 1955. Through three generations, the business Dave established supported his family, provided jobs and early life lessons and experience to his brothers and sons, and continues as a legacy in the care of his son, Mike. Dave was a patriot and Korean war veteran. Volunteering for active-duty Army service, he hoped to learn a skill in the Army that would benefit him in his chosen career of automobile repair. Applying for “body and fender” repair training, the Army then immediately assigned him to training as a medic – apparently having read as far as “body repair” on his request for training. Dave served fourteen months in Korea and completed his Army service as a Staff-Sergeant.
Dave is survived by Sandy, his wife of 65 years, four sons; Richard (Ellen), Michael (Linda), Gregory (Rachiel), Scott (Kerry), 10 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren with two on the way, sister Janet, and brothers; Roger, Michael, Robert “Bobby”, Richard “Dick”, Mark, and Brian. He was preceded in death by his parents, Wayne and Alberta, his son William “Bill”, and brothers Glen and Doug.
A Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, January 15, 2022 at 11:00 AM at Holy Spirit Catholic Church, 1800 East Libra Drive in Tempe. Burial to follow at Green Acres Cemetery, 401 North Hayden Road in Scottsdale.
In lieu of flowers the family encourages donations be made to the Hospice of the Valley at: www.hov.org/donate/
May the Lord grant eternal peace to Dave and bless his family with the hope that is found in our faith that as Jesus rose from the dead, so we who have faith in him will live with him forever in heaven.
We are so sorry to hear of your loss.
Hello Mike, Read about your father’s passing in the newspaper. So sorry. It looks like he had a good life surrounded by a wonderful family. I have great memories of his Chevron gas station on 32nd Street south of McDowell Rd. We bought alot of gas there and had many a car repaired by you and your dad. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Sincerely, Betty (Angel) Torres
To all of Dave’s family
I was a salesman for Brown Wholesale Electric in the 80s & 90s. We all had our cars serviced and gassed at Stanley’s. Dave’s smile and friendly persona was very appreciated. My wife and I are retired and live in the far east Valley but whenever we have reason to drive by Stanley’s we always fondly remember the service we received there.
Our sincere sorrow to hear of Dave’s passing. We have his family in our thoughts & prayers.
Vern & Barb West
My family moved to a house on 34th St., in the summer of 1954. When Stanley’s opened we became regular customers. We always got a friendly greeting and service from Wayne and Dave and I remember them fondly. I’m delighted to hear that the business is still going and still in the family. We need more such. Keep it up!
OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY FOR YOUR LOSS
i SHARED MANYA STORY WITH DAVE OVER THE YEARS
IT HAS BEEN SAID THAT WINTERS WILL BE COLD WITHOUT WARM MEMORIES
I AM SURE THE FAMILY’S WINTERS WILL BE WARM.
One of my favorite clients/friends that I always enjoyed meeting with. Always a smile and a good sense of humor. He and Sandy raised a really fantastic family, which I had the opportunity to meet several of them. They also had a beautiful service station which I frequently went to for gas and service in the 70’s and 80’s. My condolences to Sandy, Mike, Linda and the rest of the family. We will miss him, but I know that Dave had a strong faith and that he is with Jesus.
To Mrs. Stanley & The Stanley Family – Our condolences for your loss of Mr. Stanley. We enjoyed you both as friendly neighbors and certainly miss your warmth and positivity. Mr. Stanley was aways upbeat with a kind word our family. Whenever I saw him outside on dog-walks or other errands, I stopped the car. We would discuss family and many things including his beloved Notre Dame football. I can envision him in my passenger side window now. It is a good thing we were on a cul-de-sac as we would have obstructed traffic! We appreciated his kindness and example to our kids – he paid us the compliment that they demonstrated good manners and politeness — what every parent wants to hear. Unfortunately, we cannot be present today to pay further respects; however, we are pleased to support Hospice of the Valley in his memory. Our condolences and God Bless! Vada/Charlene Manager & Family
It is early Sunday morning and I am just now finding out that our family completely missed the service for Dave. We are all completely mortified especially dad. He will not have missed it for the world. Please know that our hearts are hurting for you and that you are all in our prayers. I am so very sorry.
Dear Stanley family my thoughts and prayers go out to you all. I knew Dave personally since I was 16 years old. He was always very cool to me. He always had smile and a good word or two to offer. I’m sorry I missed the service but I didn’t find out about until today. My deepest condolences
To all of the Stanley family my heart goes out. As you all know the Stanleys have a special place in my heart. I will always remember the stories Doug told and how very much he loved his brothers. To Scott and Mike a special hug.
God Bless
Jerry
So sorry for your loss.