Gerald Russell Stanley, age 74, born on August 28, 1939 in Pontiac, Michigan, passed on June 26, 2014 in Commerce Township, Michigan. Beloved husband of Sandra L. Stanley for 49 years. Loving father of Jerry (Amber) Stanley, Aaron (Amy) Stanley, and Sabrina (Rockne) Van Meter. Cherished grandfather of Jaden Stanley, Simone Stanley, Wolfgang Van Meter, Aiden Stanley, and Roman Van Meter. Dear brother of Joanne Schlicker. Family Will Receive Friends on Tuesday July 1, 2014 beginning at 5:30 pm until time of service at 6:00 pm, at the Highland Congregational Church 1605 N. Hickory Ridge Road, Highland Township, Michigan 48357. Memorials appreciated to the Highland Congregational Church. To share a memory visit www.eltonblackandsonhighland.com.