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1923 - 2007
Horace Albert Stanley, 83, of Fred, Texas left us on July 15, 2007. He was born in Zavalla on September 10, 1923.
After graduating from Silsbee High School, he joined the Army Air Corp during World War II, as a part of the European Theater of Operations. He was in the 354th Fighter Group flying 123 combat missions in P-47s and P-51 Mustangs. He remained active in the Air Force Reserve and again served his Country flying C-130 Transports in Viet Nam. He retired at the rank of Colonel after over 30 years of service.
Mr. Stanley was a graduate of the University of Houston where he received both an Accounting degree and an MBA. He began his public accounting and auditing career at Price Waterhouse and later established a private practice in Houston. Mr. Stanley was one of only 32 active CPAs in the State of Texas who had been practicing for over 50 years. He maintained his practice until his passing. Mr. Stanley was an active pilot who flew his personal airplane until the year 2006.
Mr. Stanley is preceded in death by his mother, Ina Lester, who taught school in the local area for many years. Survivors include his wife of 61 years, Lurlene Bradshaw Stanley; daughter Rebecca Stanley Cavalier of Conroe; sons Bradshaw Lester Stanley, Sr. of Colmesneil and Wesley Albert Stanley of Houston; son-in-law Michael E. Cavalier; daughter-in-law Cherri Stanley; grandchildren Paul Stanley Cavalier, David Michael Cavalier, Bradshaw Lester Stanley, Jr. and Montgomery Amberson Stanley.
Dad will be deeply missed. Funeral services will be held at 3:00 pm Saturday, July 21, 2007 at R S Farmer Funeral Home, 425 North 4th Street in Silsbee with burial to follow in Village Mills Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 5:00 pm Friday at the funeral home.
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There are currently 6 condolences.
David O. Cravey, Col.USAFR (Ret.)
davecaustintx@sbcglobal.net
Thursday July 19, 2007 at
8:18 PM
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I am saddened to hear of Horace's death. Horace and I flew together at Ellington. Additionaly, Jim Hynes and I were helped considerably by Horace when we owned two Day Care Centers. Horace was always available to help us with the book keeping end of the business. I had a great deal of respect and affection for Horace. He was a good man, a good friend, a fine pilot and a good American. He served his country faithfully. I know he will be missed by all who knew him. My condolences to all his family and friends.
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Tom Barrow
tbar@gvtc.com
Thursday July 19, 2007 at
12:51 PM
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America's Greatest Generation has lost another great one. I knew Horace as a fellow pilot in C-119s and C-130s at Ellington and treasured his friendship for over 40 years. His voice always was accompanied by a chuckle and a gleam in his eye like he was about to tell you something funny...and he usually did. He was a once in a lifetime friend and I will treasure his memory always. My sincerest sympathy to the family he loved.
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David R Bartley
Wednesday July 18, 2007 at
5:52 PM
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I remember Col Stanley from the days when our unit was at Ellington AFB. He was a true gentleman in every sense of the word. He loved his God, his family, and his country. We rejoice that he has now in heaven and has heard these glorious words, "Well done, thou good and faithful servant. Enter now into the joy of the Lord."
David & Sandra Bartley
446 TCW, 924TFG, 704 TFS
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Marvin Christian
Wednesday July 18, 2007 at
1:56 PM
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Horace was one of my favorite pilots, we had many hours together flying in C-119 & C-130 aircraft in the 924th at Ellington. My condolences to the family, he was a great friend and I will miss visiting with him at our yearly reunion.
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Dan Dennis
ddennis001@gtrr.com
Wednesday July 18, 2007 at
10:50 AM
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I worked with Horace when we were with Main & Co. in Houston 1957-59. We shared WW2 stories-I was a B-17 navigator-8th AF July 44-Jan.45. My condolences to all the family. He was one of my favorites.
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Paul & Peg Ryan
Tuesday July 17, 2007 at
8:40 PM
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We express our most sincere condolences to the family of Horace Stanley, a long time very good friend, fellow pilot and associate, who will be missed by his family and friends
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