James "Doc" Stanley

Dr. James “Jimmy” Howard Stanley passed away on Friday, August 16 in Las Vegas after a lengthy illness. Jimmy, also known as “Doc” to his many friends, was born in Dallas, Texas on December 4, 1946 to Blanche (Wylie) and John Wilson Stanley. Jimmy attended W.H. Adamson High School in Oak Cliff where he was a member of the football and golf teams as well as the key Club, Allied Youth and German Club. Jimmy completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Texas at Austin and earned his D.D.S. at Baylor Dental School. After serving as a Captain in the U.S. Army he enjoyed successful dental practices in Kilgore and Hurst, Texas before retiring in 2008.

 Jimmy is remembered for his first-class golf game, skilled dentistry, and strong wit. He was a member of Meadowbrook Country Club in Kilgore for many years. He enjoyed hunting and fishing with his children and friends. He also loved watching sports, especially the Texas Rangers, Dallas Cowboys, and Texas Longhorns. As many have said, he never seemed to have a bad day and lived life to the fullest, all the way until the end.

 Jimmy was preceded in death by his parents Blanche and John Stanley and sister Janet Stanley Miller. Jimmy is survived by three sons; John Stanley (by Jeanie Ricketts Stanley) and wife Megan of Cedar Park, Matthew Stanley of Kilgore, Luke Stanley of Center; and a daughter, Abigail Stanley of Kilgore (all by Laura “Sissy” Kathryn Stanley). Jimmy is also survived by three grandchildren: Cole Jaxon Stanley, Grayson Jake Stanley, and Tillie Lynn Stanley.

Two Celebrations of Jimmy’s life will be held. Thursday August 22nd at Rader Funeral Home in Kilgore from 5:00 until 7:00 pm then on Sunday, August 25th at POETS in College Station at 11 am. He will be interred at Buckner Cemetery in Pine Hill, Texas at a later date.