James B. Stanley

MADISON-James B. Stanley, age 81, passed away at home on Tuesday, Jan. 31, 2012. He was born on Oct. 6, 1930, in Madison, the son of Frances Saevke and Brett Stanley. Jim graduated from Madison West High School in 1948. He served in the United States Air Force and was a sergeant in the Wisconsin Air National Guard. On June 20, 1953, he married Jean L. Larson. Together they raised five wonderful children and were married for over 50 years. He worked at Duquesne & Blumer and Kayser Ford which fed into his love for cars, old and new. In 1969, he obtained Roselawn Memorial Park in Monona and owned it until 1997. He was a member of the Madison Club, Nakoma Country Club and was past president of the Wisconsin Cemetery Association. Jim is survived by his children, Jeffrey (Lynn) of Madison, Timothy (Linda) of Monona, Sandra (Dale) of Necedah and Kari Lewis of California; 11 grandchildren, Samantha, Lucas (Heidi), Kristina, Adam, Aaron, Alex, Austin, Renee, Nicholas, Chase and Kelly; seven great-grandchildren, Candice, Karly, Kateri, Kyra, Hayley, Hayden and Holden. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Jean; and son, Brett. Jim touched the lives of everyone he met with his quick wit, sense of humor and genuine passion for life. Throughout his life he met and maintained friendships with many wonderful people. Memorial services will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL HOME, 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 4, 2012, with Pastor Brad Homan presiding. A private burial service will be held at a later date at Forest Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be held at the funeral home from 10 a.m. until the time of service on Saturday. The family wishes to thank Heritage Monona Assisted Living for their ongoing care and support and to Barbara for her friendship during his time spent at Heritage. For over 30 years, Dad helped many loved ones to their final resting place and it is with great sadness that we now help him to his. “R I P” Dad. Cemetery: A private burial service will be held at a later date at Forest Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be held at the funeral home from 10 a.m. until the time of service on Saturday. Memorial services will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL HOME, 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 4, 2012, with Pastor Brad Homan presiding.