Lawrence "Stan" Adolph Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Lawrence “Stan” Adolph, went into the arms of our Lord on July 3 2018, at age 79, after a fall in his home in Sugar Grove, IL. Stan was born on September 12, 1938 in Milledgeville, IL, the son of Vernon, Sr. and Alice (Rippy) Adolph. The Adolph’s were part of the area’s farming community. There Stan honed his incredible work ethic, taking care of his own cow starting at age 5. Stan is the beloved husband of Marge (Perez), treasured father of Julie Troemel and Brad Adolph and devoted grandfather to Bradley Scott Troemel. He is survived by his brother, Vernon, Jr. (Darlene), sister in law, Judy Adolph (Tom), and his Perez in-laws, especially Dolores and Ben, Jr., who were an integral and loving part of his life. Stan was preceded in death by his parents Vernon, Sr. and Alice Adolph, his beloved brother Tom Adolph, and his cherished in-laws, Ben, Sr. and Winnie Perez. Stan attended Chadwick (IL) High School and was a proud member of the Silver Streaks’ District Championship basketball team. He went on to earn his Bachelor of Science from Western Illinois University (where he also met his lovely bride) and his Masters of Science degree in Administrative Education from Illinois State University. Stan began his enthusiastic career in education as a science teacher at Jackson Junior High in Villa Park, IL. He retired as principal of Sipley Elementary School in Woodridge, IL, in 1994 after 34 accomplished years in education. The Village of Woodridge declared April 15, 1994 as “Stan Adolph Day” in honor of his life’s work as an educator. In 1961 Marge and Stan bought their first home in Lombard, IL, where they happily raised their two children. In 1988 they moved to serene Sugar Grove, IL, becoming much more than just grandparents to their grandson, Bradley. Like two puzzle pieces that fit together perfectly, Marge and Stan’s unique personalities formed a lifelong bond of loving support for each other and their family. As an avid Cubs fan Stan spent many wonderful vacations in Arizona at HoHoKam Park watching his beloved Cubbies during Spring Training. One of the highlights of his life was being able to witness the Cubs’ amazing 2016 World Series victory. Some of Stan’s favorite hobbies included being a history buff, reading, all things World War II, creating stained glass works of art, and of course - going to movies, pecan pancakes and butter pecan ice cream! Stan’s quiet demeanor hid a deviously sharp sense of humor. Words weren’t always necessary for a man whose actions and devotion to those around him said everything you needed to know. Stan was a man of faith and was dedicated to his family. We give thanks to God for blessing us with the gift of his life. We will love and miss him forever. A Memorial Mass will be offered on Tuesday, July 17, 2018 at 12:00 noon at St. Gall Church, 43W885 Hughes Road, Elburn, IL 60119 by Fr. Christopher DiTomo. Inurnment will be at a later date. Arrangements were handled by THE DALEIDEN MORTUARY, 220 N. Lake Street, Aurora, IL. 60506 (630-631-5500. Please remember to sign the guest book or leave condolences for his family. His family would like to give special thanks to the Sugar Grove Paramedics for their above and beyond care and service over the past several years. Memorials in Stan’s memory can be made to the Wayside Cross Mission or Hessed House, both in Aurora.

Lawrence "Stan" Adolph

September 12, 1938 - July 3, 2018