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Robert Stanfield Obituary

Robert R. Stanfield COTTAGEVILLE, SC - Master Sargent Robert R. Stanfield, 78, went to be with his Heavenly Father on Thursday, July 30, 2015. Mr. Stanfield peacefully entered into Heaven's gates from his Cottageville home early Thursday morning. Mr. Bob bravely served in The United States Air Force as a Flight Engineer for 29 years. He was also a dedicated member of Maple Cane Baptist Church and a faithful servant of the Lord. A Celebration of Life will be held Sunday, August 2, 2015 at 6:00 pm at Maple Cane Baptist Church. Dr. David Anderson will officiate. Robert was the son of the late Marie Maze. He was known to many as Mr. Bob and was loved by all. Everyone knew they could count on "Bob the Builder" to get any job done at his church. His big heart and playful spirit made him such a joy to be around. He was a true man of God that loved his family deeply. He was always willing to do anything he could to help others. The legacy that he left behind will continue to live in the hearts of all those who knew and loved him. Mr. Bob is survived by his loving wife of 41 years, Virginia Stanfield of Cottageville; four sons, Robert E. Stanfield (Jan) of Summerville, David Stanfield of Cottageville, Herbert Ward (Peggy) of Moncks Corner, Thomas Ward (Teresa) of Ladson; five daughters, Mary Krahn (David) of Summerville, Sarah Yeo (Gene) of Summerville, Michelle Hunter (Jody) of Cottageville, Debbie Kladivko (David) of Perkasie, Sheryl Stanfield of Cottageville; two sisters, Vera Williamson of Arizona and Mertie Ellen Bamber of Illinois; one brother, Chester Stanfield of Illinois; twenty-two grandchildren and thirty-seven great-grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting memorials be made to Maple Cane Baptist Church, 21324 Augusta Highway, Cottageville, South Carolina. Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Jul. 31 to Aug. 1, 2015.

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Tim Driscoll

August 3, 2015

Bob was a great person and a fantastic engineer. I was fortunate to have flown many missions with Bob during our time together at Charleston. RIP Bob you will be missed for sure.

Mark Williams

August 3, 2015

Bob, you were a leader, teacher and Great Flight Engineer, you taught me the ropes, Your in our hearts forever, Travel Easy My Brother.....

Dave Brock

August 2, 2015

RIP Bob. You will be truly missed by those who were fortunate enough to have known you. Really enjoyed flying with you. I pray for strength and comfort for your family as you have made that final flight west ahead of the rest of us.

Rick Helton

August 2, 2015

I flew several missions with Bob in the 76th MAS as a young Loadmaster! He was a great guy to be around!! He will be missed. RIP Bob!

Larry and Fay King

August 2, 2015

Sending our condolences to you all! Bob was a sweet and kind man! He always said things to make us laugh! He will be missed by everyone that knew him! I will miss seeing him out parking cars at Maple Cane Gospel Concerts! Our prayers and love to Ms.Virginia!

Carl "HOJO" Hjort

August 2, 2015

To a great Engineer, you will truly be missed. I learned a lot from you Bob. May God bless and comfort you family at this time. RIP

Darryl McPheron

August 1, 2015

Sorry for your loss,Bob and we' were friends in the 76th MAS at Charleston.Flew several mission with Bob.Good man he will be missed by all.

August 1, 2015

Very sorry for your loss.Bob was a good friend to all and will be greatly missed.Thankfully we know He is celebrating with Jesus.Bill & Letty Parrish.

Kathy Tucker

August 1, 2015

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family! We love you all!
John & Kathy Tucker

Darrell Parker

August 1, 2015

Bob and I have been best of friends since back in the days when we lived in the barracks. I was there when he and Virginia got married in the base chapel. We have flown together many times and always kept in touch after retirement. He will be sadly missed by all that knew him... he was just a wonderful guy. I send my sympathy to Virginia and his entire family and friends. Rest in peace my friend. God Bless.

Jim Swanson

August 1, 2015

I'm truly sorry for your loss. I cherished his friendship and camadarie. He will be dearly missed.

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