Thomas Stanaland

Thomas Emitt Stanaland, 92, formerly of Edna, passed away on Monday, July 25, 2016. Thomas was born on Nov. 22, 1923 in Jayton, Kent County, Texas to William N. Stanaland and Mina Smith Stanaland. He was one of 11 children blessed to the couple.     Thomas married Nolia Marie Dardar on Dec. 10, 1952 in Baytown, and were blessed with one son. Thomas was a resident of Jackson County for 57 years and he supported his family as a plumber.     Thomas is survived by his son Thomas C. (Chris) and his wife Becky Stanaland; and his two grandsons Blake and David Stanaland.     He is preceded in death by his parents, his wife of 57 years, Nolia; six sisters, and four brothers.     A graveside service will be held at Memory Gardens Cemetery in Edna on Wednesday, July 27, at 11 a.m. with Rev. Andy Schroer officiating.     Services have been entrusted to Russell Todish of Slavik Funeral Home, Edna, 361-782-2152.