William D. Stanley Jr.

Franklin William D. Stanley Jr. William D. Stanley Jr., 80, a longtime resident of Franklin died Thursday, October 20, 2016 at the Franklin Regional Hospital following a long period of failing health. Bill was born in Woodsville, NH the son of the late William D. Stanley Sr. and Beryl (Fearon) Stanley. He spent his youth and schooled in Woodsville and treasured the time he spent with his grandparents on the farm, he had fond memories of the "old days" and would tell anyone that would listen endless stories. He had been a resident of Franklin for many years and was a member of the Franklin Fire Department in the mid 1960's. In 1953 Bill enlisted in the Air Force and served during the Korean War Period as an Airman, A/2C. He served honorably and upon his return from overseas, he was discharged in 1961. Bill was employed for several years as a welder with the Arwood Corporation in Northfield and later became a custodian with the Franklin School District at both the Middle School and High School. His association with the students brought Bill much joy over the years, and received much respect from most during this time. In addition to his parents, Bill was predeceased by two brothers, Scott and Daryl and a Stepdaughter Jacqueline Durand. He leaves his wife of 53 years, Isabelle R. (Simmons) Stanley of Franklin, daughters, Anne Keefe of Franklin, Linda Wilcox of Phoenix, AZ and Cindy Kimball and her husband Bruce of Moultonborough; sons, William D. Stanley III and his wife Betsy of Wilmot, David Chamberlain and his wife Gloria of Hopkinton, his brother Gale and his wife Elaine of VT, 14 grandchildren,19 great-grandchildren many nieces and nephews and his favorite grand-dog Mya. With respect to Bill's wishes, calling hours will not be held. A short committal service with military honors will be held Wednesday, October 26, 2016 at 11:00 A.M. at the New Hampshire State Veterans Cemetery, 110 D.W. Highway in Boscawen. Burial will follow. Assisting the Stanley family is the William F. Smart Sr. Memorial Home of Tilton. At his families' request, those wishing may make memorial contributions in Bill's name to the Franklin Animal Shelter, P.O. Box 265 Franklin, NH 03235-0265.