Roy Steven Stamm
May 5, 1949 ~ May 13, 2021
Roy Steven Stamm, 72, of Bushwood Maryland passed away peacefully in his home, surrounded by his loving family on May 13, 2021. He was born on May 5, 1949 to the late Roland Stamm and Linda Engelskirch Stamm.
Roy was a veteran and proudly served his country. He was drafted into the army in 1969 and served with the 199th Light Infantry Brigade in Vietnam. While there, he was wounded and was awarded the Purple Heart Medal. Following his discharge in 1971 he went on to complete a degree in criminal justice and joined the Prince Georges County Police Department. He spent almost 30 years in law enforcement before retiring as a lieutenant in 1996. He then went on to work for the St. Mary’s County school system as a computer networker. However, if you were to ask him what his greatest accomplishment was, he would readily tell you it was his four amazing children.
Roy could most often be found in his garage. He had a love of classic cars, owning and repairing many of them over his lifetime, including most recently his 1978 El Camino. He also loved coaching soccer and spent 20 years managing the indoor soccer league for St. Mary’s County Parks and Recreation.
Those close to him would describe him as loyal, honest, brave and strong. He was a jack of all trades and if something was broken, he could fix it. Making friends wherever he went, he had an incredible sense of humor (although sarcastic at times) and was an entertaining storyteller to say the least. Above all, he was a family man and would do anything for them. He married his beloved wife Sheryl in 1982 and they spent 38 wonderful years of marriage together.
Roy is survived by his wife, Sheryl Stamm; His children: Jennifer Williams (Joey), Pamula Stamm (Sherman), Matthew Stamm and Jessica Stamm (Brandon); His grandchildren: Roy Beverly, Vivian Stamm, Bo Stamm Dryden and Wyatt Stamm Norris. One of 12 children, he is also survived by numerous brothers and sisters.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Roland and Linda Stamm, and his grandson, Joey Lee Williams Jr.
The family will receive friends on Tuesday, May 18, 2021 from 5:00 to 8:00 Pm with prayers recited at 7:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home Leonardtown, MD; Where a Funeral Service will be held in the Funeral Home Chapel on Wednesday, May 19, 2021 at 10:00 AM with Terry Hayes officiating. Interment will follow in Charles Memorial Gardens Leonardtown, MD.
Serving as pallbearers will be; Cory Shymansky, Brandon Norris, John Luskey, Joey Williams, Roy Beverly, Joe Baker. Serving as an honorary pallbearer will be Sherman Dryden.
Condolences may be made to the family at www.mgfh.com Arrangements provided by the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, P.A. & Crematory Leonardtown, MD.
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We are all very saddened to hear about Roy Stamm. He was for sure a soccer guy, but we remember when he helped Donald out with the Royals baseball team at Laurel Grove. His obituary described him to a T. He was a good man and to all the family, our prayers are with you. Sincerely, Debbie and Donald Russell — Ricky and Lewis too
Roy was a kind and helpful gentleman, I work at Chopticon and he was always ready to assist us with any technology issues. My condolences to Roy’s family. He was a nice man.
Lynne Molen, Chopticon
Roy is a great man served his country both military local law office and county sports . A polite respectful genteman and scholar, he will be missed by many, peace and prayers be with him and his family
Uncle Roy was one in a million. His Heart, His smile, His fun loving personality were second to none. The world is a little less bright without him in it. Prayers and love to Aunt Sherrie, Jennifer, Pam, Matt and Jessie.
I loved Uncle Roy. He was always quick with a smile, quick with advice, eager to help out his friends, his family, and strangers for that matter. He loved his wife and children beyond measure, and was a great man through and through. He was rare and exceptional in his joyful nature and his outlook on life was always positive. I will miss him and his infectious laugh terribly. All of my love to you all.
Please accept my deepest condolences on the loss of Roy. I remember Roy’s kindness he showed to my husband, Bob Rezza, when he was ill. Ms. Sheryl my special thoughts go to you and I know what you are feeling right now. The only comfort I can assure is that Bob is waiting there to welcome Roy home. Now two old friends can enjoy sharing their good times again. Take care and stay safe. Brenda Rezza
First off my uncle Roy was one of the greatest men I’ve ever had the pleasure and honor to know in my lifetime!!! This man was also easily one of the smartest too after my father passed he told if i ever needed anything all i had to do was ask and i did from time to time and sure enough he always had an answer for me or would send me a link to watch or read if he didn’t know the answer but of course i never heard him say he didn’t know the answer lol. I will always remember the amazing times i had with my uncle Roy and his beautiful amazing family when we would go fishing off their pier or out on the boat with them he would always have the biggest smile no matter what and his laugh was truly contagious!!! My uncle Roy loved his family that fact will always remain and he showed it in every way possible all the time. Me n my brothers came down to show up some st Mary’s county boys in indoor soccer when we were younger and you would have thought uncle Roy was our father cuz he would be the loudest one cheering for us if we scored or if we won the game and things like that stick to your soul and mean more then anything to me! My aunt sherry is truly a lucky and amazing woman too and she also meant the world to this man their love was amazing and their family is amazing, uncle Roy may now be gone up in heaven but he’s in great company and is no longer suffering from any pain which helps to ease my pain. Uncle Roy you were and always will be one of my heroes in this lifetime and i just wish I’d of had the guts to call you or write the letter i started a 1000 times in the last two weeks to send to you before you left us to tell you how much you truly meant to me and how much i loved you!!! Now go rest high on that mountain uncle Roy your work on earth is done n we all thank you for everything you’ve given us in your lifetime! I love you uncle Roy! Aunt sherry and family i love you all more then you’ll ever know and I’m always here if any of you need anything my deepest sympathies to you all n all my love steady coming to you all!
When a sibling marries, your family grows. When Roy entered our family, he brought joy, not only to my sister, but to us all. He brought love and humor and a laugh I pray I will always remember. He brought talents our family had not seen, like a love of car restoration. He was kind and wise, and when my husband died, he was comforting and helpful. My sons knew they could count on him if they ever needed guidance or help. They played soccer for him, enjoying that special bond. He even extended that love of soccer to my grandson, who played for him as well. And now, Roy, you will watch from heaven as those you love continue your legacy of kindness and caring and passion and joy. We love you.
I am sorry I can’t be with you during this sad time. Sharing has kept me up to date. I am so sad that this good man has passed. He loved his family deeply. My prayers for Sherry and all his wonderful family.
Time gets away from all of us; however, I know that our world was a better place with Roy in it. Roy’s mom and dad did well by him. Like his parents, he was a giver, uplifter, and a blessing in the lives of many people. He did as the Savior did, He rescued many in times of their need. He knew the joy of life is in the serving. I believe he will be Eternally Blessed. On the other side of the veil, we will see each other again. I look forward to that time, but not yet; I am still enjoying great grand children.
Emil ‘s father taught him about having faith, He taught Emil how to pray. Emil taught Linda and my father about answered prayer, as was taught in the Bible. Roy taught his family, and they are a blessing in their families. Down through the ages, from one generation to another, we learned to talk to our spirit Father in Heaven, thank him for all that he gives us, we ask for what we need, and ask in the Savior’s Name, and that formula gives us a guarentee for an answer to us from God. the
father of our inner spirits. A blessed generation is still moving forward. The loss will hurt for sometime. Joy with family will ease that hurt over time. I send prayers and much love to Roy’s Family and the sadness they feel at this time. Messages COMES FROM: BARBARA MAZZATENTA, Ellen Blessing, Ann Roes, Mary Mason, and Bonnie Skane
Barbara Mazzatenta is so very sorry for the Loss of Roy Stamm. She sends condolences to all his family.
Praying for wife and family as you endure this loss. Served in the Army in the 199th in Viet Nam with Roy.
To the Family Of Roy
Pam I didn’t Know your dad, But May he rest in Peace , And My Prayers & Sympathy for you and Sherman & all the Family
I Pray the Lord will Give Peace & Comfort to all In this sad time
God Bless
Joseph and Bonnie Skane send condolences to all the Stamm Family. We are sorry for your loss. We send prayers your way with many wonderful memories of our growing up years on Roland and Linda’s tobacco Farm. Growing up together was fun. Learning together, We came to appreciate family and the Love we have for each other. We treasure the many moments we shared over many years. The Love is the same today, as it was yesterday. Our Father in heaven loves each of us for the good we do perform in our journey in life. We love knowing that we can talk with Deity, when we need assistance from beyond the veil. You are all appreciated, each of you, and we are saddened for the loss of Roy, and we are comforted by knowning we will see him again in the future. Joe and Bonnie Skane.
I will miss my Uncle Roy very much. I will never forget the fun times as a young child with Jennifer and Pam(Bam Bam). Whenever Uncle Roy was around it was happy and I will always cherish my memories of that time in my youth. I have since forgiven him for throwing me fully clothed in a pool. 🙂
Debbie Zabel Barnes
I served with Roy with the 199th near the end of my tour. I still can recognize that smile. Please accept my condolences.
My deepest condolences to Sheryl and family on Roy’s passing. Having known him for over 25 years, he was always a joy to talk with. If you were in a bad mood, it wouldn’t be for long once you started talking with Roy! My most recent recollection was all the years he ran the Leonard Hall Drill Hall for the indoor soccer leagues. I watched him treat that place like a second home! Parks and Recreation was lucky to have him. God be with him.