"Lois, Veronica, Jamie, and Christine. So sorry for ur loss of a very nice man. I grew up knowing Herald and Lois for many many years. Herald was an amazing person, very likable, loved telling jokes. Lois I love u lady. Love and thoughts to you Lois and family. Love Tanya (Heath) Duhme."
In loving memory of
Harold James Staner Sr.
December 1, 1944 - November 15, 2018
Harold James Staner Sr., 73, of Maquoketa, Iowa, passed away on Thursday, November 15, 2018, at the Jackson County Regional Health Center in Maquoketa, Iowa.
A celebration of Harold's life will be held at 10:30 A.M., Tuesday, November 20, 2018, at First Baptist Church in Maquoketa. Visitation will be held from 4 to 7 P.M., Monday, November 19, 2018, at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa. Burial will be at the Buckhorn Cemetery, rural Maquoketa, Iowa, with military honors.
Harold James Staner Sr. was born on December 1, 1944 in Monticello, Iowa, to Raymond Henry and Ardella Bernice (Koch) Staner. He was a graduate of Maquoketa High School and then entered the U.S. Army earning an honorable discharge. He married Lois LaRae Merrick April 1, 1967 in Maquoketa, Iowa.
Upon returning home from his military service, Harold began a 34 year career working at Alcoa Davenport Works. In retirement, he worked for Pacific Coast Feather Company in Maquoketa for several years.
Harold was a member of the First Baptist Church, Oxford Junction American Legion, and was a lifetime member of the Maquoketa VFW Post #3633 O'Connor-Regenwether. Additionally, he was a member of the Fraternal Order of the Eagles Club in Maquoketa serving as a past president and vice president. He enjoyed woodworking and fishing, especially for Catfish.
Those left to honor Harold's memory include his wife, Lois Staner of Maquoketa, IA; children, Veronica Barten of Maquoketa, IA, Jamie (Patty) Staner of Monmouth, IA, and Christine (Brian) Benhart of DeWitt, IA; a sister, Mary (Bill) Uppena of Potosi, WI; 10 grandchildren, 4 step-grandchildren and 2 special adopted grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers Raymond Jr. and John Staner, a son Gregory Staner, and a son-in-law Scott Barten.
In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, a Harold James Staner Sr. memorial fund has been established.
Online Condolences may be left at www.carsonandson.com.
Tributes
"LOIS, VERONICA, JAMIE, AND CHRISTINE, IM SO SO SORRY FOR YOUR TREMENDOUS LOSS. MAY YOUR HEARTS AND MINDS BE AT PEACE AS YOU CELEBRATE YOUR WONDERFUL LOVING MEMORIES DENISE & LARRY ZIRKELBACH "
"Our Thought's and Prayer go out to the Family."
"Your family is in my thoughts and prayers."
"Lois & Family, We are so sorry for the passing of Harold. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Andy & Cheryl Clark"
"Lois and family, So very sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to all of you. Such a great guy. Prayers and love to all. "
"Veronica and all, Thinking of you and praying for peace in your hearts."
"Staner Family... May the many memories you shared bring peace you peace and smile especially in the coming days. My sympathy to all of you...Patti Rasmussen Schaeffer"
"to the Staner families: May God Bless each and every one of yous with comfort. healing, moral support and strength.Very Sorry for the loss of your soul mate,Lois, dad. grandpa, and to many a very dear friend for a smile, good conversation and a hug."
"to the Staner families: May God Bless each and every one of yous with comfort. healing, moral support and strength.Very Sorry for the loss of your soul mate,Lois, dad. grandpa, and to many a very dear friend for a smile, good conversation and a hug."
"My sympathy to your family on the loss of your loved one"
"RIP Harold I remember going to school with you. Sending thoughts and Prayers to the Family"
"Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this sad time. We will surely miss Harold and all he contributed at the Eagles. "
"So sorry for your loss. He was a great guy. Jim and Donna Schewe"
"Deeply sorry for your loss. Harold was a very nice man who was loved deeply by his family. Rest In Peace, you fought the good fight. You will be forever missed."
"So sorry for your loss, we always enjoyed visiting with Harold"
"I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers are being sent."
"Sorry for your loss. Sending thoughts and prayers."
"Lois and family, you all have my deepest sympathy and prayers that God will comfort you in this difficult time. It is never easy to lose your best friend and love of your life. I have been there too and so understand what you must be feeling. God will comfort and sustain you if you will but let him. Prayers for Peace."
"So sorry for your loss "
"Jamie and family our deepest sympathies to you and your family! "
"I've known him for 30yrs or more.. he is so like a father to me! I remember him coming home from work and Christine and I would be cooking supper and he would always tells us " I sure hope it tastes good!" He was always there for us when we needed him. I'm gonna miss that smile and laugh he has when he is joking around with us. I love you Dad Staner forever and always! ?"
"Lois and family, Our hearts go out to you all. Harold was a great guy and will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all"
"MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO LOIS AND WHOLE FAMILY , HAROLD WAS SUCH A WONDERFUL FRIEND AND FELLOW "
"Deepest sympathy from my family to yours. "
"Rest. In Peace. Sir. So Sorry for your. Loss"
"Jamie and family I'm so sry for the loss of a great man r.i.p mr staner"
"I did not know Harold personally, i only got to know him when he became ill. I do know how highly his kids spoke of him and respect they had for him. Jamie, Ronnie along with the rest of the family. May you someday soon find comfort in knowing he is at peace and watching over you all. God grants all good men there wings and he knows our heart is never ready for them to fly. May God hold you all during this hard time. Remember you good times and laughter."
"To all the Staner family sorry for your loss.....lots of memories when we all were in school..........RIP Harold..........."
"To the family and Lois, What a great loss he will leave us with, Harold was the type of man that would give you the shirt off his back if you needed it, always a smile, and such a hard working man(they named that word after him)..We all go back a long ways, from getting to know each other to Boy Scouts to 4-H and much more...Rest in peace now Harold and i am sure you are so happy to see all you're buddies and friends that went before you..Open up the gates heaven, here comes a great man for sure!"
"Jamie, Patty and Family. JoNell and I were saddened to hear of your loss. We know he fought a courageous battle. Try to take comfort in knowing that he can rest peacefully now. thoughts and prays from our family to yours. "
"There are no words that i can find to express my thoughts and feelings. What a great man and i was so proud to know him. You both were there for me when i lost Dennis and so here i am. Tell me what you need me to do and i will be there. He worked hard and provided a wonderful home for his family and he served our country and i Thank him for that.He was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, and a good friend to so many people. He will live on in so many hearts. God Bless and may you rest in peace and no more pain. Love you!"
"So sorry for your loss"