Alice Stanley Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Alice Nelda Stanley continued her journey elsewhere on June 25th, 2019. A wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and teacher. Her kindness was unforgettable and there was a light that shined with her. Anyone who met Alice was touched by her compassion, sense of humor, and optimism. All were lucky to meet Alice.Alice was daughter to Robert and Alice Thompson and was born on January 22nd, 1940. She grew up in Seattle, Washington with her parents and brother Robert. She stayed true to her Washington roots by attending Washington State University, graduating in 1962. She then went on to Colorado State to receive her Masters in Elementary Education in 1965. Giving her the role that many of us knew her as, a teacher. Alice taught within the San Mateo School District for 30 years. Where she shaped the foundation of hundreds of children. She was awarded the SMED Teacher of the Year award in 1988 and served as the President of the San Mateo Teachers Association from 1990 to 1993.Alice met the love of her life Edward Stanley in 1966 while vacationing in California. The next year she moved to California and the two of them got married. Together they had one daughter Cindy Falvey and Alice gained two step-children Teresa Stanley, Steven Stanley and his wife Lisette. Alice also had close relations with her niece Sjona Thompson. She was blessed to have Cindy, her son-in-law Bryan, and her granddaughter Grace living right next door. Alice and Grace shared an incredible bond. Alice also had three other grandchildren and two great children: Keith Stanley, his wife Portia, and their daughter Iona; Kristen and her son Calvin; and Jonas.She enjoyed spending her winters travelling to Palm Desert, going on cruises with dear friend Patricia Falvey, playing golf, and knitting. Alice was adored and loved by all who knew her. She will be missed, but her spirit will live on. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be given to St. Jude Children’s Hospital. Alice’s family is eternally grateful for all of the love and support that they have received during these hard times. A celebration of life will be held in September.

Alice Stanley

January 22, 1940 - June 25, 2019