Stafford King Maine (SK), age 92, of Fresno, California passed away on Monday, February 22, 2021. Stafford was born April 18, 1928 to Ruth and Earling Maine. Stafford worked for the Milwaukee railroad for fifteen years, during this time, he was relocated to California. In 1965, Stafford started working for the Fresno Unified School District, where he worked for the maintenance department until he retired. He enjoyed his Dixieland music and was a fabulous dancer and a member of the Dixieland Society. SK enjoyed playing his washboard, especially when he could sit in with the bands. SK also loved gardening and taking care of his roses.
Stafford is survived by son James Maine (Rowena); son Samuel Maine (Dreena); son Paul Maine (Linda); son Matthew Maine (Jeanine); daughter Lois Fontes (Kenneth); son Peter Maine (Staci); and daughter Judith Smith (Mark). Stafford is also survived by his 13 grandchildren: James II, Monica, Leighanne, Steven, Christopher, Michelle, Paul II, Kara, Jordyn, Kacy, Cheyenne, Daniel, and Evelyn: and 6 great- grandchildren: Shyanne, Nathan, James, King, Leland, and C.J.
Stafford was preceded in death by father Earling Maine and mother Ruth Maine; brother Burton Maine.
A memorial service for Stafford will be held Saturday, March 6, 2021 from 11:00 AM at Lisle Funeral Home, 1605 L Street, Fresno, CA 93721. A private committal service will occur Monday, March 8, 2021 from 11:00 AM at Fresno Memorial Gardens.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.palmlapazfresno.com for the Maine family.
