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Stanley J. Hull
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August 1st, 1921 - February 28th, 2010
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Stanley James Hull was born on August 1, 1921 in Baltimore, Maryland, to the late James and Bertha Dashiells Hull. He transitioned from this life on February 28, 2010 at Delaware Hospice Center in Milford, Delaware, after a brief illness.
Stanley was one who lived life to its fullest! The first of six children who were reared in a Christian home in Mardela Springs, Maryland, he was the apple of his parents’ eyes. He grew up with a strong sense of family, learning early that responsibility for “family” extended beyond the boundaries of walls and doors. As the son of a hard-working, prosperous farmer, he was taught to be resourceful and enterprising. And those ideals extended into his adult life.
Although he received his formal education in the public schools of Wicomico County, Maryland, the most meaningful lessons that he learned came from life experiences. He learned, and he taught, that “You should always treat people right!” He always reassured us that “Everything’s gonna’ be all right.” Wanting us to strive for the best in life, he cautioned us about not “taking wooden nickels.” He said, “As a matter of fact, don’t take nickels at all.”
As a very young man, he served his country in the United States Army as the chauffeur for a general, earning an honorable discharge and a commendation for character as “excellent.” Returning to civilian life, he worked hard to own and operate a taxi cab service. He was an independent contractor with his dump truck business, becoming a mentor to many young truckers with his favorite truck, “Miss Faye.” He provided service to the citizens of many communities as a Delaware State employee. He retired less than a year ago from the job that gave him much pleasure-- driver of a van for his beloved Dover Educational and Community Center, where the children loved their “Mr. Stanley.” No matter what he did, it seemed to involve people and wheels, and it would always make a positive difference for many grateful families.
As a friend, Stanley was trusted and most generous. His kindheartedness, his sense of humor, and especially his charm were legendary. When he was in the house (or out in his front yard), there was laughter and a place where people could relax and be themselves, unconditionally. He willingly shared his space, his possessions, and his heart. His family, especially his siblings and children, always eagerly anticipated being in his presence, knowing he would eventually spin tales of family and his exciting, colorful life experiences. Every now and then, he would spill a few family secrets. And you could bet he would impart a few words of wisdom.
The first born and last surviving son of the Hull clan, Stanley was well-loved until the end. He leaves many cherished and lasting memories with adoring family and loving friends, including three daughters, Carolyn Hull Anderson of Cincinnati, Ohio, Faythe Brown (Marvin) of Salisbury, Maryland, and Yvonne Byrd Jones of Salisbury, Maryland; one son, Bryant Ringgold (Kia) of Salisbury, Maryland; two special goddaughters, Nidra Purnell (Aven) of Dover, Delaware, and Adesha Brady of Augusta, Georgia; two sisters, Arelela Cray (Gene) of Mardela Springs, Maryland, and Fannie Hull Carter of Salisbury, Maryland; ten grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one son, Stanley Robert Hull, his wife, Henrietta Ballard Hull, and three brothers, Purnell (Agnes), James, Jr. (Earlene), and Phillip (Florence).
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Delaware Veteran's Cemetery - Bear
Bear, DE (map/driving directions)
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In-state at 10:00AM, Service at 11:00AM at Bennie Smith Funeral Home - Dover on Monday, March 8th, 2010 (map/driving directions)
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