Racine – Stanley L. West, 73, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on Saturday, May 28, 2011. He was born in Clarkfield, Minnesota on May 4, 1938, son of the late Oscar and Anna (nee: Thorson) West. Stan was married on September 6, 1958 to Marlene Marie King in Redwood Falls, Minnesota.
Stan graduated from Augsburg College in 1960. His early years on the family farm instilled a work ethic that was demonstrated throughout his entire career in the agricultural industry. He held sales and marketing positions with International Harvester, JI Case, and consulting engagements with Miller-St. Nazianz, and Metko right up to the time of his passing. He could count on one hand the number of days he did not feel like going to work. Although Stan was very devoted to his work, he above all was a loyal and dedicated father who valued his time with his wife, children, and grandchildren.
He is survived by his wife Marlene; their children, Lisa (Bernhard) Kleine of Gurnee, Illinois, Michael (Paula) West of LaGrange, Illinois, and Stephanie (Jon) Mirkes of DePere, Wisconsin; nine grandchildren; brother, Ralph (Sandy) West; and sister, Shirley (Dan Bartus) Shawd.
Funeral services will be held in the Funeral Home at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, June 3, 2011. Visitation will be on Thursday evening from 5-8 p.m., and Friday morning beginning at 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations in Stan’s memory may be made to the Kidney Cancer Association.
Stan’s medical care during his final days was entrusted to Dr. Mark Choi and the staff at WFH All Saints. His family would like to thank them for their kindness and compassion.
Becky (West) Hamm says
Our deepest sympathy to you Marlene and your family at this time of loss. As a child, I remember watching Stanley on "Educational Television" (as it was called back then) while sitting in my 4th grade classroom (at Clarkfield of course)! He was talking about "tractors" as I recall. Back in the mid-60's this was quite a "big deal" in the West family. I didn't have a chance to know him very well..but this memory remains strong! We are thinking of you so often these days. May God give you strength. –Don and Becky Hamm
Marion & Ron (Bakken-West) Howard says
Scott and Betti Walter says
Marlene and kids… Sorry to hear about Stan's passing. Didn't know he was sick until a week ago. Stan was a good man, a good uncle, and always fun to be with. Unfortunately we can't make it but know that we're thinking of you. Please keep in touch. Scott, Betti, Brandon, Jaci, Courtney, Holly
Linda Hollrith Mirkes says
My thoughts and prayers are with the West family during this time of sorrow.
Jill Raum says
My family and I send our deepest sympathies to the entire West family.
Shirley + Dan says
Stan's Family,We are truly going to miss Stan.We will miss the weekly calls,the fun times we had at our family gatherings.You were the ultimate Father, Husband, Grandpa and Brother.We will truly miss you Stan.
melba (Brass) Pack says
Dear Marlene, I am assuming you were one of my pupils in fourth grade.I read of your husband's death in the paper. I send my sympathy to you and your family. May you be comforted by beautiful memories during your life together. I do keep in touch with Dick Corbett and Ken Moris so hear about some of you occasionally. Lovingly, Melba
Sue Schlais and Schlais family says
We would like to offer our sympathy in the loss of your father/grandfather. It is at times like these that we discover how fragile life is. We will be praying that you feel the love, comfort and strength that Christ/the Holy Spirit has to offer you at this time, Wished and prayed sincerely–Sue for the Schlais family. P.S. I believe we met Stanley at Paul's graduation party in our basement—having ice cream together….fun times shared with family make for precious memories!
Pastor Lyndy and Diane West says
Stanley was a fellow Clarkfield Cardinal, a fellow Augsburg College graduate, a supportive first cousin, and a Brother in Christ from rural Spring Creek Lutheran Church. "Rest eternal grant him, O Lord; and let light perpetual shine upon him."
Ruth & Tim Walter says
Dana/Del Ritchie says
Ralph,Sandy and Shirley,
So sorry to hear of your brothers death. We are at the same address and would love to hear from you. Lost your new address when you moved.