Stan R. McElvain
June 07, 2019
Stan McElvain, 93, passed away at home on June 7, 2019, in Des Moines. He was born in Numa, Iowa on January 13, 1926, to George and Carrie McElvain.
Stan grew up on the family farm in Seymour where he had a spirited upbringing. He enlisted in the Army and served in the European Theater in WWII, 100th Infantry, where he was awarded 2 Bronze Stars. Stan was active in many civic organizations and will be remembered for his competitive spirit. He retired after more than 33 years of service with the USPS. Stan leaves behind an enduring legacy as a devoted husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather to mourn his loss.
Stan is survived by his children, Judy Bray and Kermit (Val) McElvain; grandchildren, Jeff (Michelle) Kataoka, Eric Kataoka, Travis McElvain, Kim McElvain; 8 great-grandchildren; brother, Bill McElvain; nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his wife, Norma; siblings, Marion, Donald and Marvelle.
Visitation will be at 10:00 a.m., on Friday, June 14, 2019, at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Ave., Des Moines. Funeral services will follow at 11:00 a.m., also at the funeral home. Burial will be at Southlawn Cemetery in Seymour, Iowa.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the family for a cause close to Stan’s heart.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
James and Linda Jacobe
06/14/2019
May God comfort the family and friends during this time. Stan and Norma were regulars at the senior center for many years and we all love them. Will miss them greatly. Praying for each of you at this time.
Wlliam Steven
06/14/2019
So sorry for your loss sending prayers for all the family. May God Bless each of you.
Cathy Gardner
06/13/2019
Judy, Kermit, & family - so sorry about Uncle Stan. I always enjoyed spending time with your dad. I am so glad we were able to get our dads together in Story City. Love you all.
David E. "Dave" Beery
06/12/2019
93 years young and what a well-lived life! 56 years ago I met Stan and Norma when I played in Little League with Stan's son Kermit. 49 years ago (before I even received my drivers license) I regularly shot pool in Stan and Norma's basement. I enjoyed MANY years of memorable conversations with Stan, I last spoke with Stan not that long ago as he played pool at the 6th Avenue North Side Senior Center. Stan was pretty much active up until the end of his earthly life. He will be missed.
Carol McElvain Piercefield
06/11/2019
Thinking of you, Judy and Kermit. As you say goodbye to your dad. He was Uncle Stan to me. My dad was one of his big brothers. We live in Indiana, so we didnt get to see our Iowa family very often, but the love remains across the miles.
Stacy Loftus
06/11/2019
I am praying for the family and will miss Stan as my neighbor. the conversations we had always brightened my day. He was a very kind man and always went out of his way to visit with me when he saw me outside.
Diana Savage
06/11/2019
I am so sad to hear of Stans passing. He was such a dear friend. When I retired from the North Senior Center he came in with tears in his eyes to tell me how much he cared for me and would miss me. He's happy now being with Norma. Bless you all