Mr. Don Alexander Stanley
(March 5, 1961 - April 26, 2025)
Viewing Location: Leevy's Funeral Home, 1831 Taylor Street, Columbia, South Carolina
Viewing Date & Time: Tuesday, May 6, 2025 / 2:00 P.M. - 6:00 P.M.
Funeral Location: Bible Way Church of Atlas Road, 2440 Atlas Road, Columbia, South Carolina
Funeral Date & Time: Wednesday, May 7, 2025 / 11:00 A.M.
Interment Location: Greenlawn Memorial Gardens, 7100 Garners Ferry Road, Columbia, South Carolina
I was deeply saddened to hear of Don’s passing. Though I couldn’t attend the funeral, please know that my thoughts and prayers have been with you during this difficult time. My father was present to represent our family, honoring Don’s memory and the profound impact he had on all who knew him.
Our deepest condolences to the family from Marion high school class of 1979
My sincere condolences to the family.
My deepest condolences to the Stanley Family. My Prayers and Thoughts are with you.
Our lives are forever changed with the passing of our dear friend Don. We are so thankful that God gave us friendship and a bond not easily broken. As we continue this life without, we will always remember you and be grateful for the time we shared.
For his family; our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Thaddeus and Andrea Dickey
Condolences to the Stanley family. Don was a true gentleman and a scholar. I will miss him but always remember the good times.
My prayers and condolences to the family. Don you’ll be missed among your classmates “1979”.RIP.
Sincerely praying for comfort and peace during your time of bereavement.
My condolences to the Stanley family! I was his classmate and close friend at Benedict College. He was always a kind to me as well as a true intellectual! I missed seeing his faithful
Sunday post on FB looking all dapper! I hurts to know that those days are over! Praying that his family finds comfort in our Father God during this time.
Our condolences to the family, may God give you the peace you need to get through this difficult time.
To the Stanley family, you are in our prayers. I’m lost for words Mr.Don! Thank you for the conversations, the laughs, your wisdom, and kindness. You will be missed. Take your rest.
I worked with Don for a long time…. He made me smile many times when I didn’t feel like it….. his birthday was a day after mine…. He was a great man and a good friend…. Always liked to go on his Facebook page on Sunday to see what he was wearing!!!! He was a sharp dresser!!! I am deeply saddened at his passing and I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers!!!!
My deepest condolences to the Stanley family. I pray you will find comfort in the coming days. Don was one of my closest high school friends. After many years, we recently met again at our class picnic and 45th reunion, only a few months ago. As always, we enjoyed each other’s company. I do and will always miss my friend. He could always find a way to make me smile and laugh.
May the Lord comfort you and fill you with peace and joy, . May you smile and laugh again.
Prayers and condolences go to the Stanley family.
Trust and believe. God is so good.
My heartfelt condolences to the Stanley family. Our family is praying for your healing , peace and comfort through this unimaginable loss. May God walk beside you and guide you through. Listen for the voice of the Lord and take comfort , for He is always with you and He embraces you in his love.
Stephanie and Christopher Jones
My condolences and prayers go out to the family. May the Grace and Mercy of our Lord comfort you.
Don was a true gem—an unforgettable soul whose kindness, charisma, and warmth touched everyone he met. He led with his heart in all things, never hesitating to lend a listening ear, a helping hand, or a well-timed joke to lift someone’s spirits.
Always quick with a smile and a clever quip, Don had a natural gift for making people feel seen, welcomed, and appreciated. Whether you’d known him for years or just met, he had a way of making you feel like a lifelong friend. His insight and empathy could turn a bad day into a better one with just a few words.
To know Don was to know joy, sincerity, and generosity. He had that rare ability to brighten a room, ease tension, and bring people together. The loss of his presence leaves a deep ache, but the memories he leaves behind will forever bring warmth and comfort.
I will miss you, my friend.
My Heartfelt sympathy to the Stanley family.
My condolences, so sorry about your loss, me and my family will keep you in our prayers
my sincere condolences and prayer to the stanley family may God bless you all.
Heartfelt sympathies to the Stanley family.
My heart goes out to family and friends. I pray for comfort and peace. I knew Don for a year and a half. In that time, he changed my life. He showed me how to enjoy life and not to worry over the little things. He was a man you could talk to and laugh with for hours. I will truly miss you Don. Thank you for all the good memories.
My condolences and prayers for the family. May God keep you in perfect peace!
Condolences & prayers for the family. May God comfort you all during this time of mourning. God will never leave or forsake you!!
Just so sorry about Don’s passing. I have worked with him for many years. God bless you all!!
My sincere condolences to the Stanley family. Don would always bring plenty laugher and a great smile every time we all gathered. “Although many tears are shed, No burden is too heavy to be lightened by a prayer. Our Brother and Friend was called away: And we know he had to answer. God is never beyond our reach…Be Blessed, Family
We send our deepest sympathy and prayers to the Stanley family. Don was more than just a friend. I always looked forward to seeing Don at Benedicts Homecoming- He would always say “there goes the Virginian” to we meet again my friend hold down those courte in heaven.
Glenn and Jeanette Hudson
My condolence 🙏 to the Stanley family from Norman Jackson Sr. and from friends at Carolina SunSplash at MoBay2 Mr. Stanley was a GOOD MAN and a welcomed friend and we all will miss his beautiful smile and presence. May GOD Bleaa his sole and he Rest in Peace with the Lord
On behalf of the entire Brown family, we extend our deepest condolences to our sister Lisa and niece Lexie; words can not express our feelings of loss of our beloved brother in law Don. Please know we are here whether it’s a listening ear or shoulder to cry on. We pray that you find strength and peace in your faith and love of those around you💐😍💐😍
We will miss you tremendously Mr. Don. Rest well Sir
To the Stanley Family,
Wherever a beautiful soul has been, there is a trail of beautiful memories!
We fondly remember Don’s warm and gentle spirit as we would greet and fellowship with one another together at church. He will truly be missed.
Please accept our deepest condolences and know we are holding your family in our hearts and lifting you in prayer.
Richard and Marian Easter
Our condolences to the Stanley family.
We pray God’s strength, love and endurance during this time of
bereavement. Don was a kind person.
May he rest in peace.
The Clark Family(Freddie, Sr. & Angela, Lil Fred)
Gwen and Lorenzo would like to send our sincere condolences to you Alicia and Lexcie and your family. My God continue to comfort you during this difficult time 🙏🏾💕. Love you both.
We pray the Lord gives you and Lexcie comfort, peace, and strength that you need to get through this difficult time. Please know that we are here for you both.
Marion High, Class of 1979, Loves, and, Will Miss you!!!!!!
My beloved cousin Don was always happy to see me when I showed up at any other family functions and always greeted me with a big “hey there’s Chris!”His passing took us all by surprise but God knows better than we do what needs to be done. To my family I love you
The Crump Family send our deepest sympathies to the Stanley Family. Thanks for being a great husband and father to my cousins. Rest in Peace.
Cynthia Hayward My prayers are with the Stanley family. I learned so much from Don as we served as trustees, wow I just saw him a week ago. Big smile giving me a smile and a hug when he learned I had lost my brother.
My sincere condolences to Lisa and Lexie. I am praying for peace and comfort.
The Leon family would like to extend our deepest and heartfelt condolences to the family of Don. We will continue to keep the entire family in our prayers! Simon and Charlette Leon.
Condolences and prayers to the Stanley family & friends. 🙏🏽🙏🏽
My God bless your family
My condolences to the Stanley family. Don was my best friend and welcomed my with open arms when I lived in Columbia. We golfed together almost every week. Don was truly my brother from another mother, RIH my brother until we meet again 💔✊️
Hey Cousin Lisa and Lexie.
Our deepest condolences to you both from Me and Joan.
May you both find comfort that Don is at peace in this world.
And he’s watching over you in another.
Love from Bernard and Joan.
Ezra Crump.
To Pat and Evelyn, Sending love, prayers, and heartfelt condolences to you and your family. Your brother’s soul has found eternal peace, and may you feel comfort in knowing he rests in God’s loving embrace. May the light of his spirit continue to shine in your hearts and guide you through the days ahead.
The last of my Uncles on my dads side. I am going to truely miss that big smile Unc. This really hurt my heart because I always knew you but we were getting so much better with checking up with each other. Time is filled with swift transitions that we will never be prepared for but it’s God’s will. I pray that heaven is all you imagined it to be and more. Love you Uncle Don.
You have gone the last mile of the way Baby brother and now it’s your time to take your place in your Heavenly home. They are waiting on you to say Welcome Home.
I’m sorry for your family loss, you and your family have my deepest sympathy.
I’ve always enjoyed being around Don and I’ll certainly miss him and will forever cherish his legacy.
RIP my dear brother.
You are close in my prayers.
My Condolences to the Family during this most difficult time🙏🏾
Condolences to the Stanley family. Don was in our friendship group at another friend’s house. He was always respectful and kind to me even when I was sharing my fun spirit attitude. We are truly going to miss him. The Stanley family are in our prayers.
Cousin Don was not in my generation, but he didn’t pick and choose how he loved and supported his family. I can still remember him showing up with opened arms and acceptance for my husband and I when we started our business 7 years ago. We will sincerely miss his presence in the days to come!
With heartfelt condolences, May the love of God surround you and your family and bring you all peace & strength
To The Stanley Family!
Please accept my deepest sympathy because I am truly sadden by the passing of Don. Even though it was an extreme shock for me, we all know that God makes no mistakes. Don was such a wonderfully intellegent, pleasant, friendly yet calm person. He was very giving and was always willing to help anyone when the need arise. I looked forward to his fellowship at church and Benedict games. He was present at practically all football and basketball games tailgating and socializing with colleagues and friends. I also looked forward to seeing him walk into the church doors dressed impeccably well. I will miss that kind, calm and friendly appearance and voice. But I am celebrating his life because he has truly gained his wings! My thoughts and prayers are with his entire family during this most difficult time! Love and Blessings, Mary
To the Stanley family I extend my deepest sympathy! Don and I walked in the afternoon at Caughman Road Park. As we walk, we would discuss religion, politics, sports, and any relevant issue. Sometimes the discussion could be heated, but it never broke our friendship! Don was adamant concerning golfing! He tried to educate me on the history and the art of golfing! He even gave me a set of clubs and golfing accessories. He love to talk about Benedict football and basketball. Don was passionate, kind, intellectual, and one of the best friend that anyone could’ve had! My prayer is that one day in the future your joy will return. I can only imagine the pain that that you an enduring at this time! If there’s anything that I can do now or in the future, please do not hesitate to ask!
To the Stanley family I extend my deepest sympathy! Don and I walked in the afternoon at Caughman Road Park. As we walk, we would discuss religion, politics, sports, and any relevant issue. Sometimes the discussion could be heated, but it never broke our friendship! Don was adamant concerning golfing! He tried to educate me on the history and the art of golfing! He even gave me a set of clubs and golfing accessories. He love to talk about Benedict football and basketball. Don was passionate, kind, intellectual, and one of the best friend that anyone could’ve had! My prayer is that one day in the future your joy will return. I can only imagine the pain that that you an enduring at this time! If there’s anything that I can do now or in the future, please do not hesitate to ask!
Don, you will be missed!!! You were a great guy and enjoyed fellowshipping with you at church and at other times! My prayers are with your family!
Mario Glisson
Our sincere sympathy and condolences and prayers to the family and relatives and friends.
My sincere condolences to the Stanley family. Losing someone you’ve known and loved since you were a teenager reminds me how precoius the gift of frienship truley is !! RIP my friend.
Another limb has fallen from the family tree. I will remember the fun times we shared and the laughter.
Alisha and Lexie, sending you prayers of comfort and peace during this time.
Love ya!
To the entire Stanley family, my deepest condolences and prayers to my classmate who was a quiet giant, and a snazzy dresser. RIP
My heart aches at the loss of my youngest uncle, who I affectionately called “Baby Uncle”! Auntie Alisha and little cousin Lexie, know that we are all praying for God’s peace and comfort as you navigate through your heartbreak. We love you both!
RIP Baby Uncle… We’ll see you in the morning!
Prayers of peace and comfort extended to the Stanley family. My classmate will be remembered for his quiet spirit and gentle demeanor. Rest in peace.
Praying for the family SIP classmate
My deepest condolences and thoughtful prayers are with the Stanley family
My sincere condolences to the Stanley family. Praying for peace and comfort.
My deepest condolences to the Stanley Family