Stanford William Mcelroy

Stanford William McElroy age 71 of Ava, OH went to be with the Lord Monday, April 23rd, 2012 at his home, surrounded by his loving family. He was born March 21st, 1941 in Ava, a son of the late Arlo and Kathryn Wood McElroy. Stanford served and protected his nation for 3 years in the US Army, in the 73rd Engineer Company. He enjoyed his Grandchildren, the outdoors, tending to his garden, traveling, trout fishing and playing horse shoes. He also gained great enjoyment from teaching others through his life experiences. Stanford was self employed for many years until his retirement. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by 2 Brothers James and Edwin McElroy. He will be missed by his family, Wife of 51 years Norma Jean Saling McElroy of the Home, whom he married November 26th, 1960 at the former St. Philomena's Catholic Church in Caldwell, OH; 4 Sons Tim (Marie) McElroy of Cambridge, OH, Jason (Diana) McElroy of Cambridge, Matthew (Cathy) McElroy of Blue Rock, OH and Alvin (Angela) McElroy of Caldwell; 2 Daughters Ellen (Jim) Mizik of Caldwell and Valerie Shafer of Mt. Ephraim, OH; 7 Grandchildren Christopher, Payje, Braden, Caleb, Jacob, Hannah and Dalton McElroy. He is also survived by several nieces, nephews and friends. In keeping with Stanford's wishes cremation will be observed with no additional funeral services at this time. Chandler Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 609 West Street, Caldwell, OH 43724 has been entrusted to care for the family.

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