Stanley Gordon Cressey

Stanley Gordon Cressey, youngest child of Irene and Lowell Cressey, passed away in Red Deer at the age of 91.

Born in Red Deer, Alberta, he lived his entire life in the Ridgewood and Pine Hill districts west of Penhold. His childhood was made difficult by the illness and early passing of his mother. Close neighbors welcomed him into their homes while his father was away working.

Stan married his childhood friend and neighbor Evelyn Bickley in 1955. He was heartbroken by her passing in July 2024.

As a young man he worked at his brother-in-law’s sawmill in the winter and farmed with his Dad and neighbours. He later started a dairy farm with his brother-in-law Robert Bickley, then farmed with his sons until his passing.

He was a kind and gentle man who enjoyed life. He loved music and barbershop singing, choir at church, dancing, skiing, mechanics, storytelling, and afternoon tea.

He is survived by his children Wayne (Laurie), Gary (Cindy), Dennis (Kim), Donna (Blayne) Richardson, and Brenda (Kevin) Soley. Grampa was much loved by his 18 grandchildren and blessed with 18 great grandchildren. Also survived by in-laws Kathy Bickley, Jean and Roy Follis, and many nieces and nephews.

Predeceased by his wife Evelyn, son Bruce, and grandson Nicholas, as well as sisters Sylvia Stickland, Ileen Nelson, Lily Tome; brothers Gilbert and Douglas; brother in law Robert Bickley.

A celebration of his life will take place at the Ridgewood Community Hall, 37160 Range Road 10, Red Deer County at 2:30 Monday February 24, 2025.

Condolences may be made to the family by visiting www.eventidefuneralchapels.com

• Date : 2025-02-07
• Location : Eventide Funeral Home