November 1, 1942 – April 24, 2024
After a beautiful long life filled with love, laughter and happiness, Willard Stangl passed away on April 24, 2024 at the age of 81 years after a courageous battle with cancer that he fought so hard right to the very end. Willard was predeceased by his parents Lorenz & Rose Stangl, and brother George Stangl. Left behind to miss him forever, wife of 53 years Diane, Tricia (Steve) and Chad (April), grandchildren Faith, Tyler, Austin, Evan and Mason; and his three step-grandchildren Kristin, Teagan and Greg. Willard is survived by his sister Doris Bennett, Brother Albert Stangl, and numerous nieces and nephews.
Family was at the center of everything Willard stood for, and he was always the first one to help with anything his family needed no matter what it was. Dad & Mom’s lifelong love of travel took them to many unique locations throughout the years; China, Amsterdam, Paris, St. Maartens, Hawaii, Cuba, and Jamaica just to name a few.
Thanks to all the doctors, nurses and HCA’s at SRHC (Med 1 and Med 2) for the unbelievable care and compassion they gave Willard to the very end to ease his final journey. Thanks to Dr. Harlos at Cancercare Winnipeg and the team at Cancercare in Selkirk for everything they tried to save our dad and husband. Per Willard’s wishes, cremation has taken place and no service will take place. Please take a moment to remember Willard in your own way, in your own time.
We love you so much Dad, you’ve left a hole in our hearts that will never be filled. We will never say goodbye, instead “see you later Dad”.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Cancercare Manitoba to continue the fight against this life-altering disease.
Friends and family are invited to visit to share memories and condolences on Willard’s memorial page using the comment field below.
The best grandpa “poppa” in the entire world. I love you so much and will miss you forever. Until we meet again, Poppa.
Sending love and hugs, he will be forever missed and loved ♥️
I will always remember uncle Willard. He often came over to visit when we lived on Monreith. We traveled together with my family and uncle Willard, Auntie Diane, Tricia and Chad to South Dakota and I still have so many fond memories of that trip. I see uncle Willard with a smile. Always a smile. And quiet. He was a quiet, strong man. ❤️
By far the best grandfather any kid could have asked for. I will forever love you and miss you poppa. ❤️ Forever grateful that I take on your name
Condolences to the Stangl family Tricia (Steve) Chad (April) Willard was a great man and a great papa he will be missed so much by his grand children Tyler Austin and Evan Chabluk and Faith and Mason Stangl. No more suffering now Willard May you rest in peace. 🙏😪
We are so sorry for loss Chad , April and Faith, Mason. You’re in are thoughts and prayers.
Rest in peace Mr Stangl
Our sincere condolences Diane
So sorry to hear of Willard passing
Sincerely Bill & Dianne Fiwchuk