Donald "Don" Stanley

Proud veteran Donald “Don” R. Stanley, 82, of Nevada, formerly of Marshalltown, passed away Tuesday, January 25, 2022 at the Iowa Veterans Home in Marshalltown under the care of Iowa River Hospice. Per the wishes of Don and his family, cremation rites have been accorded under the care of the Mitchell Family Funeral Home. He will be laid to rest at Rose Hill Memorial Gardens. For questions or to leave a condolence, please visit www.mitchellfh.com or call 641-844-1234. Born Donald Roger Stanley on December 28, 1939 in Marshalltown, he was the only son of Wayne Leroy and Opal (Kelly) Stanley. Upon his graduation from Marshalltown High School, he enlisted in the United States Navy. He honorably served his country for four years while simultaneously attending trade school. Upon his return to Marshalltown, he met a beautiful young woman named Cheryl Brewer at a dance at Forest Park Ballroom. After a night of dancing and a shared meal with friends at Vans Café to end the night, the rest was history. They were united in marriage on April 10, 1965 at the First United Methodist Church in Marshalltown. Together they made their home in the Marshalltown area and Grundy Center, where they raised their four children. Hardworking and dedicated, Don worked at Emerson – Fisher in the computer department until his retirement in 1996. Don and Cheryl spent their winters together in McAllen, Texas, where they were members of the Baptist Temple Church. He was a member of the Vagabonds in Marshalltown and enjoyed camping and fishing. Those left to cherish his memory are his beloved wife of 56 years, Cheryl; his children: Timothy (Rosemary) Stanley of Spring, TX, Christopher (Lisa) Stanley of Marshalltown, Patrick Stanley and Melissia Stanley, both of Nevada; grandchildren: A.J., Grant, Joshua, Jack, Marshall, Bethany, Marnie and Doug; great-grandson Oliver and several step-great-grandchildren; his sister, Shirley Pennell of Marshalltown; his nieces and nephews and one dog, Bear Bear and two cats, Sophie and Sammy. In eternal life, Don is reunited with his parents, Wayne and Opal Stanley.