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So many memories & stories from the Firehouse, way to many to list. Gonna surly miss seeing you stop by the Firehouse. I'm sure you'll keep an eye on us all, like we've talked about before.....
Keith Bierhalter
July 14th, 2020 at 12:00am
So very to hear about Stan's passing. My sympathy to the entire family. I am sorry I won't be able to attend the funeral. My family will be out of town.
Victoria (Schewe) Henry
July 14th, 2020 at 12:00am
We are so sad to hear of Stan’s passing. He was very special to us...sharing fun experiences on our Washington, DC bus trip, dinners at Taste and Maria’s together and lots of great fun times at the Legion. Stan and Larry went together to the poppy field in Fennville just 2 weeks ago...he loved the handmade Diamond Willow cane that Larry let him use that day. Larry will miss his companionship that grew over the years. Rest In Peace, Stan...we will miss you.
Kitty and Larry Girard
July 14th, 2020 at 12:00am
Deepest condolences to the Wakild family. Dick was a childhood friend and neighbor who dedicated himself in service to the community. His family and especially his parents would be so proud of his accomplishments and the honors he earned. Sincere sympathy to Patti and all of the extended family. RIP Dick. .
Ruth (Erikson) Speake
July 14th, 2020 at 12:00am
Stan was a friend and co worker at Holland Hospital. We enjoyed many talks and a few lunches together. We spent a couple of days at my cottage up north. It was a shock when I heard of his passing. I am happy that I went and saw Stan recently when he was in Holland hospital. No knowing that would be our last visit. Rest In Peace my friend,until we meet again. My thoughts and prayers to Stans family. E “Doc”. Scholl
E “Doc “ Scholl
July 14th, 2020 at 12:00am
So sorry to see that Stan has passed away. An old neighborhood friend will not be forgotten! I always enjoyed being around Stan. I will be keeping the Wakild family in my prayers.
John Long
July 15th, 2020 at 12:00am
So sorry to read about Stan's passing. We have been friends going back to grade school. RIP Stan
Dorothy Cutshaw
July 15th, 2020 at 12:00am
Stan was my boss in security i was one of his newest security officer he was a very good person he will be greatly missed
Anna Weniger
July 15th, 2020 at 12:00am
R.I.P. Lots of good memories working together at the Fire Station.
Keith Olson
July 15th, 2020 at 12:00am
Thank you Stan for your years of dedicated service to the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary. Your shipmates will all miss your fellowship.
Michael Stroud, Division Commander
July 15th, 2020 at 12:00am
Whenever I saw Stan around town, he always took the time to chat with me. He was a wonderful person and when we parted ways, he left me with a smile on my face.
Rich Chapman
July 16th, 2020 at 12:00am
Prayers for the family and friends of Stan. I enjoyed getting to know him at the Department. RIP
Michelle (Henry) Parrish
July 16th, 2020 at 12:00am
RIP Stan, I will miss our salutes & hugs we shared. Till we meet again, Love you, Malcolm & April.
Malcolm & April
July 16th, 2020 at 12:00am
Stan was a choir member for many years at Peace Lutheran always a big smile on his face , Many ???? to his family ??
Betty Dykstra
July 16th, 2020 at 12:00am
Thank you for sharing Mr. Wakild with the South Haven community. He was a hero to many.
Karyn Adler Fasel
July 16th, 2020 at 12:00am
Stan welcomed me to South Haven. We shared the Police/Fire station. Stan was quick to get to go out for lunch, so we could share some time away from the station. Stan had a big heart, and was willing to share whatever he had. Rest in peace my friend
Rsomerlott@live.com
July 16th, 2020 at 12:00am
Stan was my uncle. He was the main reason I got into the fire service. My mom would got down to the old station and have coffee with him while he was on duty and I would be checking out all the cool stuff around the fire station. He would give me money to buy a Dr. Pepper out of the old pop machine in the back. Great memories with him and I will miss him. Rest in peace.
John Hodge
July 16th, 2020 at 12:00am
To the wakild family so very sorry for your loss, Dana had so much fun with him on the fire department always playing pranks on him, he will be truly missed.
Dana and Tammy schnooberger
July 16th, 2020 at 12:00am
Stan and I were hired together at Holland hospital in 2001 and I had the honor to work with him for many years until his retirement. He was a wonderful coworker and friend, thank you Stan for sharing all the stories of your life, until we meet again, rest well my friend.
nepar68@gmail.com
July 16th, 2020 at 12:00am
So sorry to hear of Stan's passing he worked with my husband in South Haven for some years a while back
Margie Jean Buck
July 16th, 2020 at 12:00am
A lot of childhood memories with "Dickie" my back door neighbor on Humphrey Street, then school memories, yeah remember when you broke your wrist in the car wreck. You stopped by my Florida home a few years ago and we talked as old friends and veterans. R.I.P. "Dickie". Until we me once more......
jamesomyers@windstream.net
July 16th, 2020 at 12:00am
My deepest condolences to the family. God Bless. Kathy Haines Dailey
Kathleen H Dailey
July 17th, 2020 at 12:00am
My most sincere condolences to the Wakild family and to you my friend rest well.
Dave Wiatrowski
July 17th, 2020 at 12:00am
Stan is a wonderful person. I've known him for many years. He always had a smile on his face & always fun to chat with. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Shelly Ridley
July 19th, 2020 at 12:00am
It was my great pleasure to meet, and spend time with, Stan while employed at Holland Hospital. He was a very kind man who served others throughout his career. I will miss his recollections of his life’s experiences as well as his infectious laugh.
Merle Throop
July 20th, 2020 at 12:00am
Stan always went out of his way to make a person feel good...a fine man who served his Country, Community and our Protectors. I am honored to have known him.
Michael Carlson
July 21st, 2020 at 12:00am
Stan popped into my head last week, out of the blue. I enjoyed working with you both at Holland Hospital-what a fun group of guys! Best wishes to his family.
Jody Correa
July 21st, 2020 at 12:00am
I will so miss Stan. Our friendship started with our Grandmothers being good friends. We have worked together at the Legion on many services and he could’ve been more of a gentleman. I’m sad to lose a good friend. Peace and God’s blessings to the family.
Vicki Reid Olson
July 26th, 2020 at 12:00am
stan was a good friend well like with U.S.C.G. crew that he served with at south haven 95/33/08 i work with stan on several patrols we would have breakfast at the legion and meet up with other coworkers from the fire dept and legion i got to meet several of his friends over the years ..com seas my friend till we meet again . Gods Blessings for the family
Dale Lewis
July 26th, 2020 at 12:00am
