Gene W. Stanbrough
May 03, 2016
Gene W. Stanbrough, 82, passed away Tuesday, May 3, 2016. The funeral service will be held Saturday, May 7, 2016 at 10:30 a.m. at Hamilton’s on Westown Parkway, 3601 Westown Parkway in West Des Moines with visitation prior from 9:00 to 10:30 a.m. Private burial will be at Highland Memory Gardens.
Gene was born August 28, 1933 in Des Moines, IA. He graduated from East High School and married his high school sweetheart, Ethel Shirk, on June 9, 1951. Gene spent his career with Stanbrough Realty which he established in 1960. He and his family enjoyed many summers at Clear Lake and Lake Panorama. Later in retirement he lived in Florida and Iowa. Gene was a member of the East High Alumni Group, Waukee Christian Church, past President of Greater Des Moines Board of Realtors, the Embassy Club, and numerous boards and committees throughout Des Moines.
He is survived by his sons, Dave (Sherry), Dan (Tammy), Mike (Melanee); grandchildren, Jennifer Stanbrough, Ben (Meredith) Stanbrough, Jeff (Jen) Stanbrough, Brad (Brandy) Stanbrough, Diana Stanbrough, Casey Frum, Nick Stanbrough, and Alex (Emily) Stanbrough; great-grandchildren, Zoie, Jack and Josephine Stanbrough, Myah and Myles Woltz, Jase and Jordana Stanbrough, Gianna and Briella Nelms, Bennett and Brecken Stanbrough; and his beloved companion, Karen Blaess. Gene was preceded in death by his parents, Rev. Howard L. Stanbrough and Rose Marie Svoboda Stanbrough; his granddaughter, Susan Stanbrough; and his cherished wife, Ethel.
Memorial contributions may be directed to Waukee Christian Church or the Animal Rescue League. Online condolences may be made at www.HamiltonsFuneraHome.com.
chuck betts
05/07/2016
What a wonderful human being. He brought sunshine into every day. That smile was his trade mark and his sincerity was contagious. It was a privilege to be his friend .
Karma Cahill
05/06/2016
I remember Gene's great leadership qualities, wisdom and many kindnesses during the years I worked with him. May you be blessed to carry his legacy forward.
I pray for strength for you during these times.
Stephen Grubb
05/05/2016
Dan, I am so sorry to hear about your father. He was a great man and I loved him. Your friend, Stephen Grubb
Louis Piatt
05/05/2016
I am a better man for having known Gene Stanbrough. He was a gentleman and a person of integrity.
Deb McKinney
05/05/2016
Mike and Melanee, I am so very sorry for your loss! We are never prepared, regardless of the situation...losing a parent is so painful. My deepest sympathies and love are with you and your family. May God grant you comfort and strength to get you through this time. God is rejoicing a new angel.
Patricia Voyce
05/04/2016
Dave, Dan, Mike and Karen,
I share your loss. Gene was the one I could call for help when things got crazy. I will miss his calm wisdom, his sense of humor and the history we shared. I pray for God's kind mercy for all of your families as you adjust to life here without him.
Love and Prayers,
Pat
Stacy Bello
05/04/2016
Mike, Mel and Karen...I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time of hurting. Gene is now at peace and may God now comfort those he left behind. Love you all! Stacy
Sherrie Jensen Richey
05/04/2016
So sorry to hear that Gene has passed away. Gene and my dad had a lot of fun times together. One of those special friendships that lasted more than 60 years. Dave, thanks for bringing your dad to Hospice in January. It was so good to see you both, before my dad passed. May God give you peace and comfort, during this difficult time.