Paul Albert Stasch
May 25, 1926 ~ March 10, 2009
Services:
A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, March 14, 2009 at 10:00 AM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Dale Skurla officiating. Interment will follow in Trinity Memorial Gardens, Waldorf, MD.
Visitation:
Viewing/Visitation will be held on Friday, March 13, 2009 from 5:00 - 8:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, where Prayers will be said at 7:00 PM.
Paul Albert Stasch, Sr., 82 of Mechanicsville, MD died March 10, 2009 at his residence. Born May 25, 1926 in Mechanicsville, MD he was the son of the late August H. and Dorothea Reides Stasch, Sr. He is survived by his loving wife Agnes L. Stasch, whom he married in Immaculate Conception Catholic Church on December 15, 1946, his children Phyllis A. Gibson and her husband John David of Avenue, MD, Paul A. Stasch, Jr. and his wife Paula Stasch of Okolona, MS and David A. Stasch and his wife Cindy of Mechanicsville, MD as well as nine grandchildren; Pamela Gibson Long, Lisa Gibson Buckler, Angie Stasch Roberts, Becky Stasch Sternberg, David Stasch, Jr., Kristen Stasch, Kelsey Stasch, Kylie Stasch and Taylor Stasch and his great-grandchildren; Adrienne Buckler, Allison Buckler, Paul Long, Katelynn Roberts, Lauren Roberts, Mary Kate Roberts, Joshua Sternberg, Justin Sternberg, Joel Sternberg and Ashlynn Sternberg. He was preceded in death by his brothers Hans, Otto and August Stasch. A lifelong resident of St. Mary’s County, Paul was a member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Waldorf Moose Lodge, Hughesville American Legion and Steamfitters Union #602. He served in the U.S. Army from 1944-1946 where he was an army medic in the Philippines. He was a loving and devoted husband, father and grandfather who enjoyed watching NASCAR races and being with his family. The family will receive friends on Friday, March 13, 2009 from 5:00-8:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD where prayers will be said at 7:00 PM. A funeral service will be celebrated on Saturday, March 14, 2009 at 10:00 AM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home with Pastor Dale Skurla officiating. Interment will follow in Trinity Memorial Gardens, Waldorf, MD. Pallbearers will be Taylor Stasch, Bobby Stasch, Jerry Burch, Paul Long, Denny Raley and Glenn Buckler. Contributions may be made to Hospice of St. Mary's P.O. Box 625 Leonardtown, MD 20650
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“Phyllis and family, Iam so sorry to hear about your father, I will be thinking about you and the family. Keeping you in my prayers.”
“Aunt Agnes and children and grandchildren. My prayers and sympathy. Uncle Paul was one of my favorites. He always made me feel I mattered. God’s peace to him and to all who love him.”
“Mrs. Stasch, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I have fond memories of Mr. Stasch and my Dad hanging out. “
“Phyllis and family, We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. “
“Aunt Agnes & Family … So very sorry to hear that he is gone. You have to know in your heart of hearts, though that there is a huge celebration going on right now with the Stasch boys all being home with Nanny & Granddaddy. He’s at peace, is free of pain and left a wonderful mark in this world with his family. Thinking of you all.”
“Dave and Cindy, Sorry for your loss. Your in my thoughts and prayers. “
“Phyllis and family, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your father. After going through the death of my mother I know how torn you are even though he is in a much better place. It may not feel that way right now. Know that my prayers are with you and your family at this time of sorrow.”
“Dear Phyllis and family, I am so sorry for your loss. I know God will take special care of your dad. He needed another special angel. I am thinking of you. Please take care.”
“Phyllis and family, I am so sorry to hear about your loss of your father and my uncle. I know what your are going through I have been their. He is in a better place now free of pain and at peace,that is the only way we can look at death. My prayers are with you. Joan Diehl”
“Phyllis, Agnes & family: So sorry to hear about Paul. Cherish your memories for they are forever.”
“MaMa Stasch, Phyllis, David and Families. I loved your Dad very much…. I will be there for MaMa and whatever she needs, I’ll do whatever is needed, just let me know. My prayers have been with you all and will continue. Be strong in the Lord, He can do all things. He will always be there for all of us, just reach out and call on Him and He’ll be right there. LOVE TO ALL, Kathy Rose”
“PHYLLIS AND FAMILY, WE ARE SO SORRY TO HEAR THE PASSING OF YOUR FATHER. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.”
“Pam, Our thoughts and prayers are with your family upon the loss of your grandfather. God has called another one of his angels home.”
“Phyllis, John David and Family, Sorry to hear about your loss.We send you our sympathy and friendship and will keep the entire family in our thoughts and prayers.”
“MRS.GIBSON SO SORRY TO HERE ABOUT THE LOSS OF YOUR FATHER BUT GOD HAS A PLAN. MY HEART GOES OUT TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY YOU ALL ARE IN MY PRYERS. “
“Phyllis and family, We are so sorry about your Dad! Keep those special memories close to your heart. Much love is sent to you all!”
“Agnes and family, we are so sorry to hear of your loss. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers.”
“David and Cindy, I was saddened to hear of Paulie’s passing. I will always remember his smile and kind ways. You are in my thoughts and prayers. “
“”Agnes and Family” With God’s love and the support of those who care so much, may you fine the comfort and strength that will help you now and through the days ahead.”
“Phyllis, John David, Lisa and all, please accept my condolences and my sorrow that obligations here at the church prevented me from attending the wake. Please know we will be praying for Mr. Stasch at all the Masses this weekend. God Bless.”
“Paul Jr. and Family, It’s been a long time since we have all been together (about 35 years)but I wanted you to know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. I pray that you will find comfort knowing that the Lord has called your Dad home and he will suffer no longer. “
“Our condolences to the Stasch and Gibson Family. We will keep you in our prayers.”
“David & Mrs. Stasch my thoughts and prayers are with you and the family for the loss of your loved one. May God Bless you all”
“Aunt Agnes & Family.I just heard about Uncle Paulie passing God Bless you all Love Johnny.”
“Cindy and David Sorry to hear about your fathers passing our prayers are with you.”