Stanley Bulanda Obituary

Na Zdrowie twoj Kolega Stachu, still missing You everyday my Friend. I'm sure that crowd up there is having a great time listening to You, Blaz & Ray Czmiel. Wish You could beam those conversations back here we all could use some of that Humor.

Hello Stachu, Hope all is well where Your at,but wish we could be celebrating Your sexagenarian birthday, I'm sure its just like Your Bar Miztvah except in Polish. As usual We all miss You more than ever, Foo, Maduzia,Czesiu and I are still raising the usual VO toast to You whenever possible, and of course still waiting for that ever elusive phone call, Please call soon.

Happy Birthday my Dear Kolega,our Man Foo recorded His new song dedicated to You. "Phone in Heaven Waltz" on the New Phaze CD for the Love of the Music ! We know You can hear it, now how about calling us !
Missing You Day in and Day out, Thank the Lord we had so many great times together, the memories are irreplaceable. Love You Brother, Tadz Patricia & "Foo"

Hello Stanley,I assume You still can't get Your mitts on a cell phone,I realize it's 3 years but I will continue to believe that a call is coming. Saw Foo a few months ago, He's still playing. Spoke with Czesiu, He had throat surgery but is also doing OK. and Maduzia is the same ol same ol. Patricia and I miss You as much as ever! Hope You & the gang are having a great time up there.
Love You Brother, Tadz & Patricia

Three years and it still hurts! We miss you dad!

Two years....you will always be loved! You are missed more and more each passing day. Hope you have eternal peace in heaven.

Two years.......miss you so much.

Two years and it seems like an eternity Stanley, only wish We had some real magic to turn back the hands of time !
No one ever told me it would be this difficult and lonesome without You.
Phone number is still the same.
Tadziu & Patricia

"WESOLEGO ALLELUJIA"
Easter is a special day to miss you a little more than we do everyday,You always had final say on the items that would end up in our Basket to be Blessed. Your welcome to stop by and partake in the pleasure of our basket,
and of course We will pull out the Jesynowka and the squeeze boxes and away We go ! RIP Stanley,
Tadz & Patricia Love You & Miss You More Each Day.

Happy Birthday Stachu,we now have a wire haried fox terrier named Asta (who was one year old March 24),and the name was taken from You,STAS = ASTA. I'm sure its you reincarnated because everytime I start playing the concertina,he begins to howl just like you did.
Love You & Miss You Dearly Tadziu and Patricia

It's been a year and it feels like yesterday. Miss you !

Stanley,Stanley,Stanley ! A whole year has passed and We still miss You as much Today,as We ever have. Not a day goes by without a thought or a word about what Stanley would say about this or that,or its 6pm and why hasn't Stanley called me yet today. Truly miss our fantastic mutual rapport for 35 plus years,and to have it come to
such an abrupt end,makes it so much harder to accept as "Final",I don't buy into it,and I know deep down in my Heart,You will find away to communicate to me,and I promise I will be ready to respond at a moments notice.
We sincerely hope that the pressure is now off the entire Polka Clan up there with You,and that pain and suffering has been replaced with hours & hours of joy and laughter playing along side the "Greatest Polka Musicians who have departed and led the way !
Patricia and I (Your Tadz)miss our truly close bond that we developed for our 35 years of friendship,and We will not allow that to be broken.
Stanley my friend,Patricia and Tadziu,miss you every single day,so please take the time to call The Tadz and ream him out like the old days.
Stachu,We miss you and Love You more than any words could truly express!
LOVE,Patricia & Your Tadziu

To the Bulanda Family;

My deepest sympathy and heartfelt condolences to you during this time of loss and sorrow. Listening to Stas' and his band perform always seems to brighten the day especially the love and joy that exuded from the music, lyrics and Stas' vocals. We will all miss our Polka Superstar!

I just received the newest IPA newspaper and discovered about the passing of a truly great musician. I played a lot of Stas's music on my radio show, in South Bend, Indiana, and still play his music in my car, constatly, even though I have moved to Las Vegas. My deepest sympathy to the Bulanda family. He will be truly missed. But his wit, and music will never be forgotten.

To the Bulanda family.

Stas was the very first recorded Polka music I ever heard. It was because of him, that I love this Great Polish music today. Being originally from the Steven's Point area. I still remember as a kid listening to that 8 track tape that starred Stas and Gennie O, played over and over again.

Stas, you will be missed on Earth and welcomed in Paradise.

Our sympathies to the Bulanda Family -

Stas will always live in your heart and in your memories. May those memories bring you great comfort.

Todd & Sandi
The Polka Carousel Show, WMUA FM
Amherst, MA

The Bulanda Family,

Deepest sympathy and prayers from Stas' Radio Polka listeners and fans in Michigan and around the world.
Respectfully,
Stan Sabal
Radio Harbor Country 106.7 fm
Three Oaks, Michigan

You have my sympathy on the passing of Stas. I had the chance to see stas perform for what I would guess whould have been one of his "last" performances. I attended the event in Hammond, Indiana at the Horse Shoe Casino with a bus from Grand Rapids, Michigan and a Grand Rapids, MI polka band (The Diddle Styx) that also performed at that event. I am also a writer for "The Polka Times" news paper. Every time that I ever saw Stas, he always went out of his way to talk to me or at least says Hi Ryan. Stas will be greatly missed, he is now a lifetime member of that "band up in the sky".

The Bulanda Family,
Our deepest sympathy and prayers are with you at this time. May you find peace and strength in the comfort of faith, family, and friends.
Most Sincerely,
Stas' Golonka & Family

Diane, Jenny, Erica and Tommy:
Our deepest sympathies go to you on Stas' passing. He was truly a major icon in the polka world, but more importantly, he was a great friend to us all. May Stas' music live on and endure.

Diane, I was so sorry to hear about Stas. My deepest sympathy to you and your family.

Diane, Jenny, Erica & Tommy:
My deepest sympathy to the Bulanda family on the passing of Stas. He was a great gentleman and quite the entertainer. He is in polka heaven performing with the greats that went before him. We will all meet up again someday, until then we have the memories that we will all share.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all!

Stas you were a magnificent entertainer, musician, comedian, composer, vocalist and good friend to many. My thoughts and prayers are with the Bulanda family and close friends in their time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. RIP Stas. You will not be forgotten my friend! Nidy Nie Zapomne.

We are sending our deepest sympathies to the Bulanda family. Stas will be greatly missed and he will never be forgotten.

Tom Cantafi, Jim Bednarczyk, John Clark, June Ingram, Rich Gawronski, Lorraine Jeski, Jim Sajkowicz of The Rich Bobinski Orchestra

Diane,Jen,Erica,Tommy
Thank you for sharing Stas with me over the years...I know we spent alot of time away from our families over the years doing what we really enjoyed "Making people happy."He had a way of telling his Story in Song.He Loved you guys dearly...and I Loved playing his style of music and being by his side on stage..The last couple of months were hard ,I knew how much he was suffering but there was nothing I could do except give encouraging words...I'm glad I was a part of his life for almost 40 years...even the years we were apart with different bands ..we really were never apart..We always got back together...We were Truly "Brothers of the Note"..I already miss him so much...But no more suffering....Now Rest In Peace my Dear Buddy

Our memories of Stas go back to the days when Stas played at the Stop Inn in Pulaski and Birchwood, WI. We would attend every event we could when he played in Wisconsin because we liked his style of music.
In honor of Stas we played his music all Saturday afternoon. Every song was unique in style and words, which made his music so special and great. If you felt down, just play his music and your spirits were lifted.
His music will live on and bring much happiness to many.
Central Wisconsin Polka Fan

Stas was a great polka entertainer, "living it up" with the crowd as he played and sang those beloved old country Polish tunes. His band Dyno Chicago really showed many other musicians, dancers and listeners how the polka should be played. His style of music will live forever. God Bless.

My sincere sympathies go out to the entire Bulanda Family and know you are in my thoughts and prayers. Stas's music was one of the most requested on my radio show and I'll be doing a tribute to him and his music on this weeks show. Hold onto the wonderful memories you've gathered throughout the years, as "Memories Live Forever".

Condolences to the Family of Mr.Polka Where theirs a "Band up in The Sky" Theirs a true "Polka-Superstar . Its a "Polish Tradition" that the Heavens be filled with Polka Music . There is Beer in Heaven --- it's at the "Corner Tavern". Thank you for the "Polka Memories" BLY-BOB

THE BULANDA FAMILY

STAS WAS ONE OF THE VERY BEST. THE "HONKY" STYLE TOUCHED THE HEARTS OF MANY AND THE TRADITIONAL POLISH SONGS WILL LONG BE REMEMBERD AND ENJOYED. WE ARE SO GRATEFUL THAT WE GOT TO SEE HIS PERFORMANCE AT "YUKON" THIS PAST AUGUST. THAT PHENOMENOL VOICE WILL LIVE ON FOREVER. PLEASE ACCEPT OUR HEARTFUL SYMPATHY.

THE WEST VIRGINIA GORALE GROUP

We are deeply saddened by the passing of Stas. He was a fantastic musician and a great asset to the polka world. He touched literally thousands of people with his happy music and personality. He will be greatly missed and we will keep him and his family in our thoughts and prayers.
Steve Saive and Jan Lewan

Stas was a great man to carry on the polish tradition. He is great loss to polkas. Much love from Ray Jay Jarusinski &Mary ANN

Stas was a great man to carry on the polish tradition. He is great loss to polkas. Much love from Ray Jay Jarusinski &Mary ANN

Our Sincere Sympathies to the whole Bulanda family. I am so sorry on the loss of your love one Stas.
It really was a pleasure working with Stas over the years in the Pa, Oh, & WV area. He will be missed by many fans here.
A great & talented musician, one of my favorites.
God bless you Stas
I'm sure going to miss him.
One of your favorite Promoters
Judy Stringhill

MAY HE REST IN PEACE. HIS MUSIC WILL LIVE ON FOREVER

Stas was an incredible musician, and a very funny fellow. His music brought joy and happiness to many people. He was a true Polka Superstar and he will be missed.

I have Played his music on our polka show here in central Wisconsin for years. I'm also a Box player and have played many of Stas's tunes. He will be missed by the Polka Community. Play on Stas. Rest in Peace.

Tom Smrz
WYTE Polkafest

Dear Bulanda Family,
Our Deepest sympathy to all of you and our prayers as well. Stas' and his music and golden voice were awesome! We so enjoyed when we could see him live when he came to Northern Wisconsin. Special memories that we'll always have as a family were when he played for our aunt and uncles 50th in Chicago and he'd play special songs for the gang from Wisconsin...it was great! We especially loved his "honky" sound and Polish Traditions held a very special place in our hearts. He will be missed greatly but his music will live forever,oh how that great polka band in heaven will sound now.
Except our deepest sympathy.
Stas' and Jody Lawcewicz
Thorp, Wisconsin

To The Bulanda Family,
What a shock to hear of Stas' passing!
Our family was truly blessed to have him play for our 50th anniversary. We will forever cherish that time with him and every other time we heard him through the years. Our hearts are sad but the memories will stay with us forever. Our prayers are with you, rest in peace Stas'
George and Lillian Burzynski
Roselle, Illinois

It was our pleasure to know and work with Stas' Bulanda. Whether it was a dance, or one of the many tours we did together you always knew it was going to be fun and entertaining. "Mr. Polka" lived life to its fullest and made everyone around him happier. When you think of him and all the many good times you had when he was around, you all you can do is smile. We’re going to miss him.

It is with great sadness that I read about Stas' passing. I grew up on the Northwest Side of Chicago listening to WPNA on Sunday mornings, and hearing Stas' music always brought joy to the saddest of times. God speed, Stas, and my condolences to the Bulanda Family. When you get to Heaven, Stas, say hi to Lorraine and Edwin Wojtowicz, my grandparents, and great fans of yours.

Dear Bulanda family, We are so sorry about your dear Stas'. Please know we will keep you all in our prayers. Love & God Bless Dee-Dee & Ryan

Dear Bulanda Family,

Stas was a great man and will be missed by many. We will always remember him for his kind heart. Stas donated his awesome talent along with others for our Polka Party benefits which raised money to feed needy families during the holidays and assist the needy all year round. May God Bless your Family and St. Joseph Guide you during these hard times.

Our Sincere Sympathies,

Glenn Kobylarczyk
St. Joseph's Club of Homer Glen

Gods speed Stas....

So sorry to hear about your loss. Have seen Stan numerous times perform and listened to his music weekly on Larry Walk's polka show. He was one of the best

Our sincerest condolences to the Bulanda Family. We hope you find comfort in the many wonderful memories of Stas. Stas was only fifty five years old in human years, but in life experience years, he was closer to one hundred fifty five years. Only a few people on this earth manage to squeeze as much out of life as Stas Bulanda. He was an accomplished entertainer, musician and most of all…he was a friend to many. Thank you, Stas, for the good times, the drinks and the many laughs. Thank you to the Bulanda family for sharing Stas with all of us. God Bless.

On behalf of all the listners of The Polka Pops in Grand Rapids, MI on 1530 AM and polkapops.com, we send our thoughts and prayers to The Bulanda Family during this tough time. Also, The Diddle Styx felt honored to share the stage Stas at Polkapalooza Horseshoe in November. May he rest in peace!!

We are so sorry to hear about this - our hearts are saddened by your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are definitely with you. John and Marcia Kitrys

Our deepest sympathy to the entire Bulanda Family. His music was one of a kind and will be missed but never forgotten. He is now a part of the band up in the sky. Thanks for sharing his great music with all of us.

Our deepest sympathy to the Bulanda Family. We will sure miss Stas. What a fantastic musician! One of the BEST! It was a pleasure having him as a friend. You could always count on Stas to put a smile on your face. Another huge loss to the polka field.

Our deepest sympathy to your family. We have always enjoyed Stas's music and know that he will now be an important part of the greatest polka band in heaven.
Melanie and Bill E.
(Chesterton, IN)

Dear Bulanda Family, Ron and I send our deepest sympathy to the family on the passing of Stas.His songs and voice will be greatly missed.Our prayers are with you.

Dear Diane
The polka universe has dimmed with loss of this shining talent. Stas carried the torch of polka music to a new generation of musicians and listeners. He brought joy to thousands of people over the years with his smile, laughs and heart-felt songs. He was one of a kind and we are all richer for having had him in our lives. Stas will be missed but not forgotten.

Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Stas was a great musian and although we never played with Stas we played at many halls where he was playing and we all had a great time. He will be missed. The "Krystalites"

To the Bulanda family,
We are very sorry for your loss. Stas will very definitely be missed. In addition to his musical talent, he had a wonderful sense of humor. We always knew we were in for a fun time at Archers Pub or Janina's when Stanley was there.

Susie and Candy Smolak

We were sorry to learn about Stas'. Cherish the pleasant memories he brought to your family, friends, and the public through his precious gift of music. It was wonderful being with him in Cleveland this past summer of 2009 for his induction into the "Polka Hall of Fame." His song entitled, "Polish Traditions" was one of his BEST that we all loved. God Bless the Bulanda family and God Bless Stas'.

Dear Diane, Erica, Jenny & Tom

I am so sorry to hear of your loss of Stas your husband and dad. It was honor to have Stas and the band play for UPA Chicago Chapter meetings and dances. He will be truly missed by the Polka field but you should be proud of him. My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. My heart goes out to you and your family at this time and in the days ahead.

Diane, Erica, Jenny & Tom
Our deepest sympathy to you and the family of Stas Bulanda. It was quite a shock to hear of his passing. He was a fantastic musician and vocalist. His band was one of the greatest in the Polka field. He was friendly and always acknowledged you whenever he saw you. We always enjoyed going to see him play. May he rest in peace in Polka heaven! He will be missed !!

Joe & Maryann Kloc & Jim Kloc, (Schaumburg, Illinois)

Our deepest sympathies to the family. I have heard the Bulanda name as long as I have been married. I remember Stas playing for our Family Fest at St. Denis, many years ago. He will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by many.
Judy and Ken Ciszewski (Chicago, IL)

Our deepest synpathy and prayers go out to you on your loss. All the memories of carnivals, picnics and the music that brought happiness into our hearts will be remembered.

To the Bulanda Family,

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Ryan and Joanne Homa

To Diane and children

On behalf of Delphine and Paul Kuhar we extend our deepest sympathy in your time of loss, Stanley was agreat friend and a talent that will be missed, he will always be in our prayers

Our deepest sympathy goes out to the entire Bulanda family. I don't think there is any deeper pain, or sense of loss than loosing a Loved one you care about so deeply. I truely feel saddened by your loss.it's true that in time the deep feeling of loss lessens, but right now, try to be thankfull for freinds & family around you to help in some way to lessen that feeling of loss.Your family is in our thoughts, and Linda and I once again offer our deepest of sypathy
ALLWAYS LINDA & AL JELINEK

We offer our deepest sympathies to the Bulanda family. Stas was a great entertainer and a true advocate of good old fashioned Chicago style polka music. He will continue to live on thru his music, that we enjoy so much.

Dear Bulanda Family,

Our sincerest condolences on your loss of Stash. He was in our opinion one top notch concertina player and Polish vocalist. We absolutely loved his music and had in fact hired him to play for our 40th wedding anniversary in Wausau, WI. nine years ago. He did a terrific job which we captured all on tape. Now the sights and sounds of his music can live on forever in our home. Thanks again, Stash. May you rest in peace.

Stas was one of a kind.. He always had a smile He was a Outstanding Musician and had a voice that matched the Golden Vioce of Polka's -Marion Lush. He was a Friend and a Fellow Musician. The Last time I spoke with him was at IPA Glendora in January 09. He will be sadly missed and the only consolation will be his recordings.. To Diane and Sta's Children .. Your Father was a great man. Remember Love far surpasses death. He will always be with you. In your heart and minds. the Memory's will forever be there.. Not only to you but all his fans. Many of us ,musicians and fans, had many good times with Stas. I have been in Toledo for 3 years now and I will not able to attend the Wake and Funeral, I would have liked to have been there for Stas's wake but with work and weather , am unable to be there... I offer my Sympathy to the Bulanda Family on the loss of Stas. I am sure that there will not be a radio station that will not be playing his music. His Memory will be Eternally, in our minds and hearts. My Prayers are with all of the Family and also for Stas.

MY DEEPEST SYSPATHIES GO OUT TO THE ENTIRE BULANDA FAMILY, I AM NEVER GOING TO FORGET STAS WHAT A GREAT MUSICAN FROM A JINGLE TO A POLKA HE WAS THE BEST.

My Deepest Sympathy to Diane and the Kids... It is a loss to all A Talented Musician and Great Husband and Father and so young.. I knew Stas for many years , We performed together in his early years and remained friends. Last i seen him was the January IPA Dance a Glendora and we spoke. May His Memory be Eternal. He will be missed.

Words, however kind,
can't mend your heartache:
but those who care and
share your loss wish you
comfort and peace of mind.
May you find strength
in the love of family
and in the warm embrace
of friends.

Niech odpoczywaja w pokoju

With deepest sympathy,

What a entertainer!!!!! He could lead into a song like no other!!! He will be missed.

I remember first seeing Stas play live in Chicago and was just amazed at the power he had singing. Year's later, we used to play the Turkey Hop in Buffalo with the APB every November. I will always remember how much he loved his music. He will be missed.

Our most heartfelt sympathies go out to the Bulanda family for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. A great loss to the polka world, Stas will be missed by all but his music will live on.

Alice & Franek Fischler, Grimsby Ontario Canada

To the Bulanda Family,

I am so sorry for you loss. Stas was one of the greatest in Polkas. He will be sadly missed by many. We will always have the many memories when he played in the area.
You are all in my thoughts an prayers.

Stas will be greatly missed by the entire polka music world. He was a one of a kind character, a great musician, a heck of a singer, and an all around great friend with an amazing sense of humor and loyalty. May he rest in peace. Our sincerest sympathies go out to his family.

January,8,2010
My deepest sympathies to the Bulanda family.Stas asked me to play drums for him after being out of the polka field for 18 years. It was a great honor to be part of his band. We will never forget him.
Bernie,Michele, Michael Gorak

Our deepest & sincerest sympathy to the
enire family on your loss. Stas was a great
entertainer & loved to sing from the heart.
We will really miss him but his music will
live forever. He will be in our thoughts &
in our prayers. May he rest in peace.

John & Jane Piotrowski

Our condolences to the family of Stas Bulanda. He was truly a fantastic musician and vocalist. We always enjoyed his music when we came to Chicago. He always took time to talk to us downstate people. We will always enjoy playing his music on the PJ internet. He is now in Polka Heaven! Peace to all of the family.

I want to extend my heartfelt condolences to the Bulanda family. Stas', thank you for sharing the gift God gave you. Your music moved many because it came from your heart. You are one of the most unique people I've ever met and I'm happy that I had a chance to know you and spend many years hearing you do what you did best. With a lump in my throat and a tear in my eye, I say 'do widzenia', dear friend. I will treasure the many wonderful memories.

Diane, Erica, Jenny and Tom,

I am so sorry to hear that Stas is no longer with you. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you at this time. Stas was a wonderful musician and friend. He will be missed by everyone that knew him. Thank you for sharing Stas with all of us who loved his music so much. He is with all the other polka musicians that have passed before him and they are now having the biggest jam session you an imagine! My God give you the strenght to carry you forward in this time.

My prayers and thoughts are will all of the Bulanda family. God granted many us the opportunity know Stas and his family and for that I know I am thankful. May you rest in pease Stas and my God grant peace and understanding to your family and all of your fan.

To my Dearest Dad; No words can say how I feel right now or how I'll ever feel. You were ALWAYS there for all of us when we needed you & I'm just so glad we were there for you when you needed us. You were so brave the last few months & I'm glad your pain is gone & now you're able "play in the sky". I will carry your love, your lessons & ALL your words with me FOREVER. You will & will ALWAYS be my best friend. I love you dad.

I am deeply saddened of "Stas's" passing. I am an advocate of traditional Polish polka music and feel a great loss of the music that he emulated. Whenever he was close to my area, We (Barb and I) made sure we were there. Words cannot express the deep loss that I personally feel to a friend like "Stas". He will always remain in my polka heart. "Stas" I am really going to miss you.

Eddie Ostry and Barb.

Diane, Erica, Jenny & Tommy and family
I just would like to send my deepest sympathy.I will always treasure the memories of listening to his music and our chats and meeting his family. I will forever be thankful I had a chance to help his band out and be part of it. Stas always had a smile on his face and great story to share. He will always be a part of us with his memories and music. Polka Forward and Onward my friend. Thank You

No words can explain the shock and sadness we felt when we read Sta's obituary today. We loved his music, singing, and concertina playing. Stas you will be missed. Our deepest sympathy and prayers to the Bulanda family. Dominic & Jeannine Konopacki

To the entire Bulanda family, my deepest condolences on the loss of Stas. He will always be remembered and his music and voice will go on forever. There is hardly a week that I do not play a least one of his songs on my radio programs. I am glad that I was there when he was inducted into the Polka Hall of Fame. May God Bless him and all of you.

Peter J.

DEAR BULANDA FAMILY

FIRST LET ME EXPRESS MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THE ENTIRE BULANDA FAMILY. SORRY TO SAY I TRULY KNOW HOW YOU FEEL.I AM SO GRATEFUL THAT I DID GET TO SEE AND TALK TO HIM AT THE HORSESHOE CASINO IN NOVEMBER.ONCE AGAIN
WITH SINCERE SYMPATHY,
BONNIE POTONIEC

Please accept our deepest sympathies.

Dear Diane and Family
My deepest sympathy to you and the entire family. Polka Field has lost a great man. Marlene and I so enjoyed his music and friendship. Marlene will greet him at heaven's gate and be the first to attend his jam session. I am in Arizona and unable to attend the wake and funeral.. But my thoughts will be with you. He always supported me when I was President of the IPA. I will never forget him and his great music

Kenneth P. Gill

Our deepest sympathies to the entire Bulanda family. Rest in Piece Stas.

Our deepest sympathy to the Bulanda family.
You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Stas will truly be missed.
There will never be another like him.


Alex and Carol Sak - Collinsville, IL

Diane, Erica, Jenny, and Tommy,
We are so very sorry for your loss. Stas has been a part of our lives for many years. He has been a great friend to my father and Foo is really going to miss him and so are we.

Johnny had the honor of playing with him on his last job at the Horse Shoe Casion in November.

If you should need anything at all, please let us know! We love you all!

I am sure Stas is in Heaven playing and singing and asking everyone ~ "Is everyone having a good time?"

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

With sadness and heavy heart, please accept our deepest sympathy on the passing of Stas. We will always remember the joy he brought us through his polka music, his smile and his contagious laughter. Please know you are in our heart always and we pray God will bless you and bring you peace and comfort in the days ahead. Stas will be greatly missed.

Sincerely,
Maryann Kobielak
Diane Okrzesik
Josephine Stawczyk

There are no words to express the loss of a great musician and friend. Laughter and having fun was always a priority in his life and we so enjoyed that with him whenever he played. No one will ever be able to replace his prominence in the polish field. So glad that he was able to enjoy his induction into the Polka Hall of Fame. He had a very unique voice and so loved his polish music. There are so many trying to develop their voice and style the way that Stas did, but just can't seem to get there! His songs will continue on forever and it will be very hard to listen to them without remembering our loss. I'm sure that the gang in heaven welcomed him with open arms - what a sight that would have been. R.I.P. Stas

Dear Diane and family,
You have our deepest sympathy. Stas and your family are in our prayers. A great musician has left us but his music will carry on forever. May he rest in peace.

Bob and Joanie Piotrowski

Oh Stanley, You will be missed by so many. You've been apart of our lives for so long, some 39 years now. I still can remember first meeting you. Thank you for sharing your talents with so many. Your "is everyone having a good time?" will always be remembered. Like your songs that were a legacy to many. You've been a great friend to John and he misses you already. Twas Jas and Stas for so long. To be able to partake in your induction into the hall of fame just a few months ago will always be remembered. Diane, Erica, Jenny, Tommy and family, thank you for sharing so much with us. Our love and prayers are with you. The Foos, and Krawisz families

Oh Stanley, You will be deeply missed by so many. You shared you talents with so many and always wanted to know "Is everyone having a good time?" The many albums and songs that you created shall be.. It was a pleasure to share so many different things with you and your family and I'm thankful to have been a part of your induction into the hall of fame just a few months ago. You have been a dear friend of Johns for over 39 years and you will always be remembered by us.
The Furmaniak, Krawisz Families....

Oh Stanley, You will be deeply missed by so many. You shared you talents with so many and always wanted to know "Is everyone having a good time?" The many albums and songs that you created shall be.. It was a pleasure to share so many different things with you and your family and I'm thankful to have been a part of your induction into the hall of fame just a few months ago. You have been a dear friend of Johns for over 39 years and you will always be remembered by us.
The Furmaniak, Krawisz Families....