Cleo William Stack

September 25, 1919 - February 4, 2010

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Services:
 

A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, February 9th, 2010 in St. John's Catholic Church, Hollywood, MD with Fr. Raymond Schmidt officiating. Interment will follow in Charles Memorial Gardens, Leonardtown, MD.

Visitation:
 

The Family will receive friends on Monday, February 8th 2009 from 5:00PM-8:00PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, where prayers will be said at 7:00PM.

  Cleo William Stack, age 90 of Hollywood, MD and formerly of Prince George’s County, MD died peacefully at his home on February 4, 2010. Born September 25, 1919 in “Punkintown”, MD, he was the son of the late Charles and Julia Siberlich Stack. He was the husband of Louise Marie Sweeney Stack, who preceded him in death in January of 2008. He is survived by his children, Robert Stack and his wife Mary of Greeley, CO, Cleone Wible and her husband Paul of Hollywood, MD, and Marilyn Gill and her husband Robert of Baltimore, MD as well as his grandchildren; Andy Stack, Suzanne Stahl, Kellye Nelson, Kathleen Davis and Patrick Gill as well as his great-grandchildren Zack, Zoe and Zadie Stack, Sara, Abby and Zachary Nelson and Madison and Natalie Davis. In addition to his wife and parents, he was preceded in death by his siblings Francis, Edna, Elsie, Eddie and Carl. He was a U.S. Army Veteran of World War II and a survivor of D-Day. He was a life member of Bladensburg Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue Squad, a member of the Benevolent Order of Elks and was a retired Steamfitter from Steamfitters Local #602. Cleo was a very avid sportsman and outdoorsman playing soccer, baseball and golf and also enjoyed hunting and fishing. He loved family gatherings where he could enjoy watching and interacting with his great-grandchildren and visiting everyone, especially at his recent 90th birthday party. The family will receive friends on Monday, February 8, 2010 from 5:00 – 8:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD where prayers will be said at 7:00 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, February 9, 2010 at 10:00 AM in St. John’s Catholic Church, Hollywood, MD with Fr. Raymond Schmidt officiating. Interment will follow in Charles Memorial Gardens, Leonardtown, MD. Pallbearers will be Carl Stack, Rick Davis, Steve Nelson, Brian Davis, Patrick Gill and Michael O’Neill. Honorary pallbearers will be Sara Nelson, Abby Nelson, Zachary Nelson, Madison Davis, Natalie Davis, Zack Stack, Zadie Stack and Zoe Stack. Contributions may be made to Hospice of St. Mary’s, P.O. Box 625, Leonardtown, MD 20650.

Guestbook Signatures and Condolences

"Cleone So sorry that you are going through this difficult time. If you need anything at all, please do not hesitate to ask. God Bless. See you soon. Tracy"
- Tracy DeLozier
- Posted: Saturday, February 13, 2010

"Our deepest sympathy to all the family. We hope he is making some hole in ones in the golf course in the sky."
- John and Phyllis Joseph and family
- Posted: Saturday, February 13, 2010

"Cleone and family: Our sympathy to you all in the loss of your father. I remember visiting "Punkintown" many times with my Aunt Eleanor Stack Tayman when I was a little girl -- many fond memories of the Stack family."
- George and Diane Quade
- Posted: Tuesday, February 9, 2010

"Cleone, Paul and family. We are sorry for the loss of your Father. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. You have many happy memories to keep him with you always."
- John and Sue Abell
- Posted: Tuesday, February 9, 2010

"We at the Local in the office and the members in the field will miss Cleo. Joe Savia"
- Joseph Savia
- Posted: Tuesday, February 9, 2010

"I will truly miss the Cleo who I played golf with and exercised with. He was someone whom I looked up to and respected. He was one of the "good" guys in this world."
- Joe and Joyce Gutman
- Posted: Monday, February 8, 2010

"Cleone and Paul, Sorry about Mr. Stack. I watched as you both cared for your mother and father. You gave so much of yourself with tender care and love. You sure followed your Gam's example of compassion and care. I always loved Mr. Stack's smile. He would light up with a simple hello. I know he and Gam are at peace. We will miss him too. "
- Danny and Rose Davis
- Posted: Monday, February 8, 2010

"Cleone, Paul, Kelley & Kathleen - My prayers and thoughts are with all of you during this time. If there is any way I can get out of here by Monday, I will see you at prayers. I remember that you made the long trip from OC for my Dad. "
- Charlie Hayden
- Posted: Sunday, February 7, 2010

" Cleone and Paul, Take comfort in knowing the two of you took such wonderful care of Mom and Pop. They could not asked for more love than the two of you showed and you both should feel proud of the comfort you provided them in the last days of their lives. They" KNEW" how much you loved them and that made it easier to be with each other. We love you both and please know we are here if you need us."
- David and Cyndi Wood
- Posted: Sunday, February 7, 2010

"Your dad is with the Lord. Praise be to God."
- Cleo Christopher
- Posted: Saturday, February 6, 2010

"Cleone and family ~ We are deeply sorry to hear about the loss of your father. Keep his memory alive in your heart always. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time."
- Johnny, Becky, & JW Wathen
- Posted: Saturday, February 6, 2010

"We send our condolences and prayers to the families of Cleone and Marilyn. Cleo was a wonderful relative and friend that will never be forgotten. He led an interesting life that he shared with many people. We are blessed that we were a part of his life."
- Ginger and Mike Feliciotti
- Posted: Saturday, February 6, 2010

"Memories keep the one you loved close to you in spirit and thought and always in your heart, today and forever. May it help to know that others care deeply and are remembering you with special thoughts."
- Robyn Smith
- Posted: Saturday, February 6, 2010

"Our sincerest sympathy to all especially to Cleone and Paul. Be assured of our thoughts and prayers. "
- Mike and Millie Huseman
- Posted: Friday, February 5, 2010

"We are so sorry to hear of your loss. We remember all of the wonderful stories you shared about your parents. They are now together, as they should be."
- Laura, Marlene, Ronnie, Jeffra All of the Child Find/I&T staff
- Posted: Friday, February 5, 2010

"Cleone and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. May God give you peace and comfort at this time and in the days to come."
- Calvin and Pattie Joy
- Posted: Friday, February 5, 2010

"Cleone, Paul, Kellye, Kathleen and family, we are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you during this sorrowful time. Love, Son and Elaine"
- Elaine Wood
- Posted: Thursday, February 4, 2010

" Cleone and family, we are so sorry for your loss. You were a wonderful, caring daughter to the both of your parents. We were always happy to see him on wednesdays. Take comfort in knowing that you Mom and Dad are together again. Our condolences to all the family. Phil and Dot Spencer"
- cleo william stack
- Posted: Thursday, February 4, 2010

"My condolences to the family for their loss. God bless you all."
- Shirley Copado
- Posted: Thursday, February 4, 2010

"Cleone, Paul, Kellye, Kathleen and family. You have our sincere condolences on the death of your loved one. I know he will be missed by all that knew and loved him. Just know he is a much better place now. Take Care and if you need anything do not hesitate to call. Love Beth, Ronnie, Lisa and Rob Ward "
- Beth Ward
- Posted: Thursday, February 4, 2010

"Cleone,Paul,Kellye,Kathleen,and family, We know that you will miss Pop very much and are so sorry for your loss. Knowing that he and Gam are together now is a great comfort. We were all blessed to have Pop in our life. "
- Sam and Carolyn Nelson
- Posted: Thursday, February 4, 2010