Stanley D. Housman

Stanley was born to George A. “Big Sandy” and Becky Wann Housman on November 12, 1940. He attended Harrisburg High School graduating with the class of 1960. That August, Stanley enlisted in the United States Marine Corps in Los Angeles, California. During his service, he experienced the Cuban Missile crisis, survived 2 helicopter and 1 plane crash, and made eighteen upgraded modifications to the M60 before it was issued to his fellow service members. In addition, Stanley received numerous medals including: .45 Sharpshooter badge, M-14 Experts badge, multiple Good conduct medals, and Armed Forces expeditionary medal. He proudly served his country for several years, and although he was not ready to hang up his uniform, he was honorable discharged in 1965. Upon returning home, Stanley married the former Brenda Venable on July 3, 1965; together they shared forty-three years of marriage prior to her death on July 28, 2008. Stanley continued his acts of service becoming a Firefighter and later Captain for sixteen years on Engine 1, B shift in Fayette County. He was faithfully employed until he retired on July 2, 2000. On December 27, 2017, he married the former Dianna Earlywine. Stanley was an avid member of the following organizations: the American Legion, VFW, and he was a Passed Commander for the AmVets. He was an exceptional woodworker creating hundreds of keepsakes, trinkets, and gifts for his family and friends. Between calls at the fire department you could find Stanley, crafting something beautiful to give away. In his spare time, he enjoyed playing golf, and spending time outdoors watching the birds. Stanley adored his family and loved spending time with his wife, children, and grandchildren. He will forever be their hero.

In addition to his wife of seven years: Dianna; Stanley is survived by his son: Eric D. and Stacy Housman; grandchildren: Nathan and Victoria Housman, Emily and Josh Roberts; great-grandchildren: Brielle and Ryleigh; several nieces, nephews and numerous friends at the fire department, and across the community that will miss him dearly.

Stanley is preceded in death by his first wife: Brenda; son: Aaron Housman; brothers: Larry Housman, Paul Ray Housman, George “Sandy” Housman Jr., Norman Housman.

Military Honor's will be conducted at 4:00 p.m., on Thursday, May 16, 2024 at Showalter Blackwell Long, Myers Chapel, Connersville with the Fayette County Honor Guard officiating. A visitation will immediately follow and will continue until the time of sharing at 7:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the E. W. Tatman Underprivileged Children’s Christmas Fund or the Fayette County Honor Guard in Stanley’s honor.