Stanton C. Splix, 80, a 16074 Cook Lake Trail resident, passed away at 5:30 a.m. Saturday, August 6, 2011 at his home. In recent years he has suffered declining health due to congestive heart failure.
Stan was born at home on April 23, 1931 in Plymouth to Donald S. and Mary C. (Richard) Splix.
He graduated from Plymouth’s Lincoln High School in the Class of 1950.
From 1951 – 1955 he served his country in the Air Force and was stationed in Fairbanks, Alaska at Eielson Air Force Base with the 58th Weather Recon Squadron as an aircraft mechanic.
Nearly 52 years ago on September 19, 1959 in Lakeville, Ind., Stan married Teresa A. Hummel who survives. They are members of St. Michael Roman Catholic Church in Plymouth.
Stan was a tool & die maker for 35 years retiring in 1993 from Capitol Technologies in South Bend. Stan loved the water and had resided on Cook Lake for over 51 years and had enjoyed to fish and hunt. Following retirement the couple spent eleven winters on the Florida Gulf near Englewood.
Stan and Teresa are the parents of four children; two boys and two girls. They have experienced the passing of their daughters; Sandra Splix in 1982 and Peggy Splix Nelson in 2008. Peggy’s husband Jeff survives of Lake Worth, Florida and her children; Joshua and Eric (Michele) Vancza. Son Nick (Cheryl) Splix of Plymouth with children; Nicole, Jeremy and Brittani Splix. Son Michael Splix also of Plymouth with children; Melissa Splix, Victoria (Nick) Clabaugh and Victor (Desiree) Splix. Eight great-grandchildren: Harlyn, Hayli, Tyler, Angelique, Jonah, Violet Rose, Cole and Madix complete their families. Stan’s sister Betty Heiden of Plymouth also survives.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, August 9th from 4 – 8 p.m. in the funeral home. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Fr. William Kummer at 11 a.m. Wednesday, August 10th in St. Michael Catholic Church, 613 N. Center Street, Plymouth. Assisting in the services will be Tom Padberg, Chaplain – Center For Hospice Care.
Burial will follow in the New Oakhill Cemetery, Plymouth with military honors provided by members of the American Legion Post 27, V.F.W. Post 1162, D.A.V. and South Bend Honor Guard.
Memorial gifts may be made to St. Michael Catholic Church 614 N. Walnut St. Plymouth, IN 46563 or Center for Hospice Care 112 S. Center St. Plymouth, IN 46563.
Shirley A. Gidley says
So sorry …prayers and understanding with the grace to accept his passing to all of his family at this time and into the coming days.
Tam Voreis says
Aunt Teresa, Nick & Mike
I am saddened by the news of Uncle Stanton leaving this earth, but know that he is joyful in reuniting with passed family members. I am sorry I won\’t be able to return for the funeral, however I am returning to IN Labor Day weekend and would love to give you a call. May the Lord give you strength & grant you peace during this time of bitter sweet sadness. Love always
Tammy, Doug, Nate, Alex & Elliott
Joan Joyce says
Mrs. Splix,
Through many winters we always noticed when we saw your Indiana car on 776 in Englewood. Patrick would see you, even if I didn\’t because it is such a busy street. It was comforting to know there were others around from Plymouth.
I also remember delivering Meals on Wheels to Mrs. Splix at Garden Courts. Many days you and your husband were there visiting with her. You took very good care of her.
We were sorry to read about Mr. Splix and send you and your family our sincere sympathy at this sad time.
Joan, Dick, and Patrick Joyce
Pattie Wilson-Noell says
Dear Aunt Teresa, Nick, Mike and family,
We were so sorry to hear of Uncle Stanton\’s passing. I know that he had not been well for some time. Although I know that no words can ease the loss you feel, just know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. With much love, Pattie, Oak, Hazen & Kyra
Bomber Wickey says
Mrs. Splix, Nick, Michael and Family:
So sorry to hear of the passing of Mr. Splix. I will miss sitting in front of him in mass on Saturday nights. He always had a kind word to say. He will be missed. You are in our prayers.
Bomber and Nita Wickey
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Shirley A. Gidley says
So sorry …prayers and understanding with the grace to accept his passing to all of his family at this time and into the coming days.
Tam Voreis says
Aunt Teresa, Nick & Mike
I am saddened by the news of Uncle Stanton leaving this earth, but know that he is joyful in reuniting with passed family members. I am sorry I won\’t be able to return for the funeral, however I am returning to IN Labor Day weekend and would love to give you a call. May the Lord give you strength & grant you peace during this time of bitter sweet sadness. Love always
Tammy, Doug, Nate, Alex & Elliott
Joan Joyce says
Mrs. Splix,
Through many winters we always noticed when we saw your Indiana car on 776 in Englewood. Patrick would see you, even if I didn\’t because it is such a busy street. It was comforting to know there were others around from Plymouth.
I also remember delivering Meals on Wheels to Mrs. Splix at Garden Courts. Many days you and your husband were there visiting with her. You took very good care of her.
We were sorry to read about Mr. Splix and send you and your family our sincere sympathy at this sad time.
Joan, Dick, and Patrick Joyce
Pattie Wilson-Noell says
Dear Aunt Teresa, Nick, Mike and family,
We were so sorry to hear of Uncle Stanton\’s passing. I know that he had not been well for some time. Although I know that no words can ease the loss you feel, just know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. With much love, Pattie, Oak, Hazen & Kyra
Bomber Wickey says
Mrs. Splix, Nick, Michael and Family:
So sorry to hear of the passing of Mr. Splix. I will miss sitting in front of him in mass on Saturday nights. He always had a kind word to say. He will be missed. You are in our prayers.
Bomber and Nita Wickey
Grand Rapids, Michigan