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William Stallman Obituary
Born on Jan. 20, 1925, in Suttons Bay, he was the son of the late William C. and Lorraine (Belanger) Stallmann. On May 21, 1976, in Traverse City, he married the former Ruby V. Chamberlin.
A longtime resident of the Grand Traverse area, Bill attended schools in Leelanau County and graduated from Northport High School. A veteran, he proudly served his county during World War II with the United States Navy.
Bill was an insulation contractor and owned and operated Stallman Insulation for 14 years. He was a longtime member of St. Francis Catholic Church and St. Francis Men's Club; was a charter member of V.F.W. Little Finger Post #7731; and was a former member of the Traverse City Home Builders Association.
He is survived by his wife, Ruby V. Stallman of Traverse City; daughter, Marceline (Paul) Henehan of Raleigh, N.C.; son, William J. Stallman of Traverse City; daughter, Martha (Tom) Childers of Spring Hill, Fla.; son, Mark J. Stallman of Traverse City; daughter, Marguerite (Scott) McDowell of Dallas, Texas; daughter, Mary Reed of Traverse City; and daughter, Andrea (Randy) Newland of Bakersfield, Calif.; step-children, William C. Chamberlin of Williamsburg, Donald (Shannon) Chamberlin of Lake Ann, Janice (Michael) K. Garland of Winter Garden, Fla., and Harold (Lorri) L. Chamberlin of Interlochen; siblings, Marie Spezia of Traverse City, Eugene (Margaret) Stallman of Suttons Bay, Jerry (Vesta) Stallman of Suttons Bay, Alice DeBord of Suttons Bay and Virginia (Don) Runde of Detroit; 16 grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his first wife, Marceline Stallman; two brothers, Leo and George Stallman; and a sister, Lorraine Stallman.
Friends may call on Tuesday, July 11, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home, where a scripture service will be held at 7:30 p.m.
A Funeral Mass will be held at St. Francis Catholic Church at 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 12, with Rev. Kenneth Stachnik serving as celebrant. Burial will follow in Grand Traverse Memorial Gardens, with full military honors under the auspices of the V.F.W. Cherryland Post #2780.
In remembrance of Bill, memorials may be directed to St. Francis Catholic Church or to Grand Traverse Area Catholic Schools for the tuition assistance program. Envelopes are available at the funeral home and the church.
The family is being served by the Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home; www.reynolds-jonkhoff.com
This obituary was originally published in the Record-Eagle.
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Memories and Condolences
for William Stallman
Anne Ginther Jorgensen
July 19, 2006
My condolences to the Stallman family. I remember Mr. Stallman and his kindness.
Sincerely,
Anne Ginther Jorgensen
Martha (Stallman) and Tom Childers
July 17, 2006
Thank you to all Dad's friends and family who responded with such kindness and compassion during this sorrowfull and stressfull time. It is a great comfort to us to know how many lives he touched and how much he was loved and respected.
Bud and Sheri Strang
July 15, 2006
We pray God's comfort for all family and frinds of Mr. Stallman Sr. at this time of great loss. Our condolences to the whole Stallman family.
The Strang Family
Rita (Kuhlman) Thompson
July 14, 2006
Dear Stallman Family:
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Mr. Stallman was a truly wonderful man. I will always remember the great times we had growing up. Your dad was always the life of the party. His songs, guitar playing, and spoon playing will always be a part of my great childhood memories.
May you find comfort in knowing that he is now dancing with the angels in Heaven, and, no doubt, having a great time with Mr. Mackey, Mr. Belanger, my Mom, and the many others who went there before him. He is smiling down on you all.
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Margaret Mackey
July 14, 2006
To the Stallman Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I have many fond memories of all our families getting together. All the euchre games and singing. I wish I could be there for you all. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
God Bless you all
Barb Kuhlman
July 12, 2006
Stallman family,
I've always admired and respectfed your dad. I remember many partys our families had together with Belangers and Mackeys - those were good times. I'll always remember your dads smile! God Bless you all.
Lori (Zimmerman) Gilbert
July 11, 2006
To the Stallman Family,
I am a friend of Andrea's from 1st grade - Jr. High, I have fond memories of the family as Annie and I spent a lot of time together. I am sorry for your loss.
Mickie Moeggenberg
July 11, 2006
Mary
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Your family has always held a special spot in my heart. Your father has surely earned his heavenly reward.
Brianne Newland
July 11, 2006
Grandpa,
I will always remember the Thanksgivings we spent at our house in Kalkaska, MI. I will never forget your smile and laughter. But most of all I will never stop loving you.
Lots of love, your granddaughter,
Debbie Bedker
July 11, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, the family. Dave & Debbie Bedker (Matt's inlaws)
Charlie Belanger
July 11, 2006
My sincere sympathy to the family of my first cousin, Bill. I have fond childhood memories of Aunt Renie and Uncle Will. Aunt Renie's molasses cookies were a favorite.
Bonnie Chryst
July 10, 2006
Ruby-I want you to know how much I respected Dad and really enjoyed our visits together.He was every bit the kind of father I wish I had had.So loving,kind,easy going,affectionate, and found so much joy in life! We will miss him for all that and more,but are happy for him to be in Christ's loving presence.We love you- Bonnie,Eric,and all the boys
Charles Mackey
July 10, 2006
I remember as a kid Bill driving the tractor for hayrides at Halloween time with all the kids being treated afterwards to hot chocolate and him playing guitar. Years later I worked for Bill doing insulation. My family will miss him.
Diane Firman
July 10, 2006
To the Stallman Family, I am a friend of Marys, from a long time ago. you are all in my prayers and thoughts, Mary and I lived together a long time ago and I got to know her as well as some of her family.
God bless you and your family
Diane Firman
Matthew Stallman
July 10, 2006
I bid you good journey, Grandpa, may your light continue to shine on us all.
Virginia Watson
July 10, 2006
Dear Ruby,
I am so sorry for the loss of your husband. Hopefully, memories will help sustain you and the family.
Amy (Belanger) Hubbell
July 10, 2006
I remember the "January" parties at the Garfield Township hall where the Belangers, Stallmans, Kuhlmans, Mackeys and other gathered for a potluck and Bill was always there with his guitar. He was a fine man and no doubt was greeted by my Dad, Len Belanger, on the other side.
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you in your time of grief.
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