Roger A. Stanfield

How does one even begin to describe Roger’s life in so few words? Perhaps with the most important thing first -- his greatest love -- his wife, Irma, to whom he was wed for 34 years. Their passion, dignity and mutual love for each other was obvious throughout their lives together and was made even more evident

as they dealt with Roger’s illness over the last 12 months. Each put the other first in all things and at all times. To the very last minute, Roger’s concern and focus was on his beloved wife.

He was an incredible and supportive father to his two children, Angela and Alan, and was their “go-to” for just about anything at any time. He was there when troubles arose and never disappointed or denied them anything, especially his unconditional love. He was often found mastering car repairs, repairing

household items, aiding in remodeling projects, giving unbiased advice, or babysitting his adored grandchildren.

But, his grandchildren – oh, those lucky grandchildren – they were his heart. PeePaw (and Mima) never missed an event. From the time their grandkids could walk, they made all sporting events, even if all they may have seen was a grandchild or two picking flowers in the outfield. They went to countless grandparent days, band concerts, marching contests, basketball games, football games, softball games and baseball games. In recent years, he and Irma were found every Friday night alternating between watching Tucker or Spencer play football with the Dawson High School Football Team or Blake playing drums in the Friendswood High School Marching Band. Their Tuesdays and Thursdays were the highlight of their week and known to the family as their “Bella days” where the main decision of the afternoon was – Menchies or Dairy Queen? On other days, you would often find them watching Bailey, a.k.a. “PeePaw’s princess”, on the dance floor at her dance rehearsals, competitions, recitals and ballets – nothing touched PeePaw quite like watching her express herself through Dance. He truly shared everything with his family - Halloweens, July 4th parades, Thanksgivings, the annual “Christmas Train” tradition, sweet Christmas mornings, and just last week, one of many special Christmas Eves with their children and grandchildren. He was a man who worked with his hands, but led with his heart. He could make anything, rebuild a vehicle, pilot an airplane, yet dance like a professional – he particularly loved Country Western and Tejano dancing. He loved Corvettes, model airplanes and above all, riding his immaculately kept Harley Davidson alongside his wife, Irma, through the winding roads, hills and mountains of this country.

Roger was born on April 25, 1944 to Ray Elton & Marjorie Allison Stanfield in Kokomo, Indiana. He grew up in LaMarque, Texas and has resided in Friendswood, Texas for the last 33 years. He retired from Union Carbide after 40+ years as a detailed electrician. He belonged to the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) and was a Credit Committee Member at Carbide Employees FCU. Perhaps his favorite memberships were with the Goldwing Road Riders Association and the Harley Owners Group, where he made many lifelong friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Ray & Allison Stanfield, his mother and father in-law, Robert & Norma Benavides, grandparents, and numerous aunts and uncles. He is survived by his devoted wife,Irma Benavides Stanfield, brother and sister-in-law, Ken and Nelly Stanfield, his children, Angela & Eric Wells and Alan & Beth Stanfield, his grandsons, Tucker & Spencer Wells and Blake Stanfield, his two precious Granddaughters, Bailey & Bella Stanfield, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Roger and his family were deeply touched by the outpouring of love and support he received since his diagnosis of pancreatic cancer in December of 2015. The calls, visits, thoughts and prayers sustained him as he fought for his life. On Roger’s behalf, we would like to thank Dr. Gauri Varadhachary & staff with

MD Anderson, who treated not just Roger, but our entire family with compassion and great kindness. We would also like to especially thank our family members Patti, Tom & Alice Summerville, and Laura LaBry & Sophie Foran with Hallmark Hospice who gave great care and comfort to our Husband, Daddy and PeePaw in his final days.

Pallbearers are Blake Stanfield, Charles Stanfield, Gary Summerville, Tom Summerville, Spencer Wells, and Tucker Wells. Honorary Pallbearers are Bobby Benavides, Richard Benavides, Robby Benavides, Bobby Burgin, Mike Earl, Homer Garcia, Allan Johncock, Arnulfo Requenez, and Sonny Taormina.

Rosary will be Friday, December 30th from 6:00-6:30 at Mary Queen Catholic Church (606 Cedarwood in Friendswood), followed by a visitation at 6:30, then a service celebrating his life starting at 7:15pm. A memorial mass will be held at Mary Queen Catholic Church on Saturday, December 31st at 10:00am with

interment to follow at Forest Park East (21620 Gulf Freeway in Webster). There will be a reception at the Green Event Center (2000 West Parkwood Ave in Friendswood) immediately following the burial.

If you wish to make a donation in Roger’s name, please do so to Mary Queen Catholic Church, 606 Cedarwood Drive, Friendswood, Texas 77546 or to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF), c/o Bailey’s Buddies, 807 S Friendswood Drive, Friendswood, Texas 77546.