Les Stake

Les E. Stake, 63, of Mansfield, died October 30, 2007 at MedCentral Mansfield Hospital. He went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Tuesday afternoon. Born November 28, 1943, in Ashland, he was the son of Raymond and Dorothy Sprang Stake. He was formerly employed at Amerascrew and was a lifelong Mansfield area resident, singing with the original Fun Center Chordsmen. His faith was extremely important to Les, evidenced by his serving on many different committees while a member of Trinity United Methodist Church and former member of Main Street United Methodist Church. Les loved his family, always being certain to be involved in his children's lives and he incorporated his love of singing with his entire family. He never knew a stranger. Christmas was an especially joyous time of year for Les, as he enjoyed watching others open their gifts.

He is survived by his loving wife of 36 years, Mary Russell Stake; daughter, Laura Stake of Mansfield; son, Marcus Corey Stake of St. Catherines, CA; two brothers, Ronald Carol Stake and David Sherry Stake, all of Mansfield; sister, Janice John Markel of Harrodsburg, KY; brother-in-law, James Marsha Russell; father-in-law, Howard Russell; seven nieces and nephews, Bill Baker, Brian and Brad Stake, Jeff Markel, Teresa Sullivan and Tim and Amy Russell; and a number of good friends. Preceding him in death were his parents and mother-in-law, Edna Russell.

Friends may call from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., Friday, November 2 at the Diamond Street Home of Wappner Funeral Directors. Funeral services will be Saturday at 10:30 a.m. at Trinity United Methodist Church with Rev. Allen E. Rose officiating. Burial will follow in Mansfield Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be made to Trinity United Methodist Church.