Robert Douglas Stanley

Franklin & Daytona Beach - Robert Douglas Stanley, 71, entered eternal life to be with his Lord on August 6, 2011. He will forever be known as a compassionate, loving husband, father, grandfather, teacher and coach.

Doug graduated from Mainland Senior High School, served in the U.S. Air Force & earned degrees at the University of Florida and Stetson University.He chose a noble profession in education for 30 years with Volusia County Schools, and was instrumental in teaching thousands of student athletes during his tenure. He believed that there are some life lessons that should be learned through sport, and many things that cannot be replicated in the classroom. Lessons about team work, goal setting, pushing through physical pain and how to be sportsmanlike in victory and defeat. Doug taught through word and deed and served as a living example of character.

He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Ardyth; daughters Mindi Craft (Joe), Maret Reynolds (Frank), Meridyth Shaw; grandchildren Stephanie Jamison (Brent), Wyatt Reynolds, Isabelle and Zoe Shaw, Great Grandchildren; Michael and Carleigh Jamison.

A celebration of his life will be held August 20, 2011, 1:00 p.m. at First Baptist Church of Daytona Beach. In lieu of flowers, the family has established a scholarship in Doug Stanley’s name. Donations can be made payable to Doug Stanley Scholarship c/o Mainland High School and mailed to Mainland High School at 1255 W. International Speedway Daytona Beach, FL 32114.

Bryant-Grant Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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