DeeEl Stapley Obituary (1935

DeeEl Stapley, Husband, Father, Grandfather, Great Grandfather, Brother and friend to many, passed away peacefully on November 12th 2009 at his home in Summit after a short but courageous battle with leukemia. At his passing, he was surrounded by his family who love him very much. DeeEl leaves behind a strong and wonderful legacy that extends around the world as he and his wonderful wife and companion served two LDS Church missions in New Zealand and Hawaii. He has served in many church callings throughout his life, serving as Bishop and on the Stake High Council. Following in his mothers footsteps, DeeEl became a school teacher. Using his innovative abilities he developed and implemented team teaching in elementary schools. He later received his Doctorate of Education from Brigham Young University and completed his career as Superintendent of Iron County Schools. DeeEl enjoyed being with family, working in his garden, doing home projects, and helping others with their projects. DeeEl is survived by his wife Norma, children DeAnn Graff (John), Steve (Geneil), Jeff (Catherine), Brent, Darren, and Mike (Nancy). He is also survived by his brothers Joseph (Pat), Bryce (Patty) and Michael (Susan). He has 20 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren, and was preceded in death by his grandson, Alexander. DeeEl will be missed, but the Christ-like example he set will remain with us and guide our future. A special thanks from our family goes out to the wonderful folks at Hospice Alliance. A viewing will be held Tuesday evening from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at the Summit Ward chapel on Main Street in Summit, Utah and again on Wednesday morning from 9:00 am to 10:30 am at the Summit Ward chapel. The funeral will immediately follow on Wednesday at 11:00 am. Interment will be in the Summit Cemetery under the direction of Southern Utah Mortuary.