Roger Wilson Stanley

We are given the miracle of Life and it is our choice as to what we do with it. Roger Wilson Stanley lived a life of service to others. His determination and desire to mentor others and help to provide opportunities for those seeking to better themselves, resulted in numerous scholarships and sponsorships within organizations such as First Christian Church and Summit Rotary Club as well as donations to Child Fund International and numerous other charities. His accomplished career in textiles with Burlington Industries in NC, Virginia, Tennessee and successive appointments in Ireland and the United Kingdom, merged his passion for music and interest in foreign language and culture.

Born Roger Wilson Stanley July 14, 1935, in Four Oaks, NC. Roger attended East Carolina University, Campbell College and graduated from Atlantic Christian College, now Barton College, in 1957 with a degree in Business Administration and Accounting. Roger went to work for Burlington Industries for the next 28 years, where he excelled in numerous controller and Vice President positions.

Mr. Stanley was preceded in death by his father Wilson Stanley and mother Clyde Stanley. He is survived by his loving wife of 68 years, Ann Conner Stanley; daughter, Dawn Benbow and husband, Steve; son, Blair Stanley; grandchildren, Michael Benbow and wife, Caitlin, Brandon Benbow and wife, Elizabeth; great grandchildren, Connor and Tristram Benbow and sister-in-law, Glenda Bailey and husband, Raymond.

The family was privileged to be assisted by Stacey Duininck of AuthoraCare Collective Greensboro Campus for her commitment and loyalty, Diane Harris, caregiver and friend, as well as the First Christian Church congregation.

A small outdoor service will be held at the First Christian Church Columbarium, 1900 West Market Street, Greensboro, NC, Saturday, October 1, at 11:00 a.m.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the First Christian Church, 1900 West Market Street, Greensboro, NC 27403 or to AuthoraCare Collective Greensboro Campus, 2500 Summit Avenue, Greensboro, NC 27405.

Hanes Lineberry North Elm Chapel is assisting the Stanley family at this time. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared by visiting www.haneslineberryfhnorthelm.com.