L. Paul Stanley, 58, of Bellefontaine, passed away Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017, at Mary Rutan Hospital, Bellefontaine.
He was born June 22, 1958, in Kenton, to the late Peter Stanley and Velma Wren Copas. He was also preceded in death by a sister, Tracy Copas, and a brother, Rayman House.
Paul is survived by his “better half” of 22 years, Kathy Reed; two children, Billy Jack Reed and Rita Smith, both of Bellefontaine; five grandchildren, Skylar, Jaydric, Chandra, Ashlyn and Lexi; a niece, Shannon; a nephew, Kade; sister-in-law, Patti; and special friend, Jason Peters.
Paul attend Kenton High School and formerly worked at Honda Transmission Manufacturing for Sims Recycling. He was a life member of Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie 2166 in Bellefontaine. He enjoyed shooting pool and canoeing. His greatest joy came from being with Kathy, his kids, grandkids and his dog, Chance.
A celebration of Paul’s life will be at a later date.
Condolences can be expressed at shoffstallfuneralhome.com.