Jeffrey Bruce Stanley
July 06, 2019
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Jeffrey Bruce Stanley, age 72, passed away peacefully in his home on July 6, 2019.
Jeff was born on August 10, 1946 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. His father served in the US Army and Jeff moved often during his childhood, which continued throughout his 33 years of service with Cargill, Inc. Jeff retired from Cargill in 2001. He met the love of his life, Dorothy Austin, on a bowling league in 1966. They married on June 24, 1967 and had 3 children. Jeff enjoyed spending time with family and friends, traveling in his RV, fishing, boating and playing cards. Jeff also loved all the time he spent with his 3 grandchildren.
Jeff was diagnosed with Multiple Myeloma in 2011. Although he underwent medical treatment, his REAL hope was in the Lord Jesus Christ. He knew that God was in control and trusted that the Great Physician would make him well again, even if that didn't happen on this earth.
Jeff was preceded in death by his parents, Bruce and Beulah Stanley. Jeff is survived by his wife, "Dotti"; sons, Bill (Kathy) and Bruce (Stacie); daughter, Jean Wingard (Mark); grandchildren, Payton, Blake and Meghan; brother, Larry (Scotty); nephew, Greg; brother-in-law, Greg Austin; nieces, Deanna, Darcy and Dodi; and a multitude of close family and friends.
A Celebration of Life service will be held on Thursday, July 11, 2019 at 2 pm at Timberline Evangelical Free Church, 4459 121st Street, Urbandale, Iowa. Family will be available for visitation starting at noon. The family will also celebrate Jeff's life on Saturday, July 13, 2019 at 1:30 pm at Nativity Lutheran Church, 3312 Silver Lake Road, St. Anthony Village, MN. Family will be available for visitation starting at noon.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in Jeff's memory to the American Bible Society, Timberline Evangelical Free Church of Urbandale or Nativity Lutheran Church.
Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Janice and Dean Zachmeyer
07/12/2019
Dotti, Bill, Bruce, Jean and families...please accept our sincere condolences. We share your sorrow but know he is in his everlasting home. Love to all. Janice and Dean Zachmeyer
Liz & David Mitchell
07/11/2019
So sad to hear this unexpected news. Jeff was a true man of God - walked with Him, empowered by Him and lived life for Him. That love shows through his family and we are all the better for knowing Jeff and all the sadder for his departing. Love and blessings to Dotti and family with love from Liz David Chris & Tim (Australia)
Van & Cindy Taylor
07/11/2019
So sorry for your loss. We knew Jeff through our monthly retires coffee club at Wells Fargo. We will miss him greatly. Sincerely Van & Cindy Taylor.
Jerry & Neva Michael
07/11/2019
We enjoyed our many conversations with Jeff and Dotti. He was a fun loving, caring person and always made us feel welcome. He will be dearly missed.
Kathie Goblirsch
07/10/2019
Dear Dottie & family:
My sincerest condolences on the passing of Jeff. He and my Jerry are probably swapping tales now in heaven. We treasured your friendship for many years. God bless you all.
Rich and Linda Terry
07/10/2019
Dearest Dotti and family,
We were so saddened to learn of Jeffs illness and subsequent death. We havent seen you in a long time, but we have always thought of you with love. Jeff was such a Godly man, filled with our Lords spirit, mercy and grace. There is no doubt that he was ready to go to live in his eternal home with his Heavenly Father. May God bless your family with His strength and comfort during this difficult time of loss.
We love you,
Rich and Linda Terry
Roger and Gayle Fickbohm
07/10/2019
Dear Dottie and family,
We are so sorry for your loss of Jeff (and ours!). He was a very special man, and a good family friend for many years. He is and will be greatly missed! We know that he is at home now, in heaven. And are sure you find comfort in that. Even still, as we are sad, we know you are very much grieving his loss by your side here on earth...and rightly so! You are in our thoughts and prayers! God bless you and comfort you!
Al and Nancy Wilcox
07/10/2019
Dotti and Family:
We just learned of Jeff's passing. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. We haven't spoken for many years, but I cherish the memories of you folks and working with Jeff at Cargill for many years.
God Bless You
Roger & Diana Baldwin
07/10/2019
Dotti & family.
Deborah Drekman informed us of Jeff's passing.
Of course we were very surprised & saddened to get that news.
We do know Jeff's in a much more peaceful place now & the Lord is watching over him.
Please know you all have our sincerest condolences & are keeping you in our prayers.
Love & hugs to you all.
Sandra and Billy Singleton
07/10/2019
Dearest Dottie, Bruce, Jean, Bill, Larry and your spouses, our hearts ache with you as you walk through this difficult journey. We are so thankful for your faith, knowing that only with the Lord will you be able to stand strong. You all have been such a close family and so supportive of Jeff in this illness. What greater gift could you have given him? Praying for you all. Know for you Dottie the void of not caring for Jeff will be very real. Do hope you will be able to rest in the arms of Jesus. Much love and hugs to you all. Sandi and Billy Singleton
Steve & Bettye Banning
07/09/2019
Dottie and Family,
We are heartbroken to hear of Jeffs passing, while at the same time, filled with a sense of wonder and thankfulness for his journey into the presence of the Lord. What a Savior we serve, who provides such joy and hope in our time of greatest need. Undoubtedly, Jeff has heard the words Well done, thou good and faithful servant. He was not only a good and faithful servant, but a good and faithful friend. How we will miss him for our impromptu Lunch/Rook games or just sitting around and chatting. May Gods blessings fall abundantly upon you in this most difficult time, and until we are all reunited in Glory.
With much love.
Steve & Bettye
Jim and Jeanne Schultz
07/09/2019
Dear Dottie and family,
It was so sad to receive this news after spending time with you at the May event when things seemed to be looking promising. Jeff was such a special guy and will be missed by all who knew him. We will be in prayer for your whole family the rest of this week as you mourn the loss of this beloved soul as well as celebrating his amazing life. May God give you his peace and comfort through your grieving process.
With sympathy and Christs love,
Jim and Jeanne
Bob & Mary Jane Carlson
07/09/2019
So sad to learn of Jeff's passing. We enjoyed our year together with Jeff & Dotti in Sioux City IA, when we were both Cargill vagabonds. Jeff was not only one of the "good guys," but he was also a highly accomplished engineer. Although our paths never crossed again, we always kept in touch via Christmas greetings. We wish Dotti and the kids peace and comfort.
Aunt Marg and Family
07/09/2019
My dearest Dotti, the news of Jeffs passing has overwhelmed us with grief. You both are so much a part of our family. We will see you Saturday. Sending all our love, prayers and heartfelt sympathy,
Aunt Marge & Family
J. R. Wasson
07/08/2019
Loved the way Jeff always greeted me with that million dollar smile and always looked forward to our Wednesday night study, I had the honer of serving with him on the committee to build FBC. Jeff was able to lead humbly, not an easy thing to do but God had him in the right place at the right time and it was a wonderful experience. Will see you on the other side my old friend. J. R.