Grady L. Stanfield, Sr. was welcomed into Heaven by his son, "Buddy," Monday morning, May 2nd. Mr. Stanfield was a graduate of Dudley Hughes High School. He was an aircraft electrical systems repair technician for 34 years, retiring from Robins Airforce Base in 2000. He was a member of Higher Ground Congregational Holiness Church and an ordained deacon for many years. His favorite activities were reading his Bible, working crossword puzzles, taking strolls around the neighborhood, watching old westerns, and listening to classic country and bluegrass music. He was a volunteer with the Jones County Fire Department.
He is preceded in death by his parents, GN Stanfield and Bretha B. Stanfield, his son, Grady L. "Buddy" Stanfield, Jr. his sister, Sandy Stanfield-Beck. Grady is survived by his loving wife of 47 years, Emily Sue Canady Stanfield; his son and daughter-in-love, Matthew and Adrienne Stanfield; brother, Allen (Cathy) Stanfield of Byron; sister, Loretta Simmons of Macon; his furbabies, Miss Kitty and Little Man; and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was a loving husband and dad, who will be greatly missed. A graveside service for Mr. Grady L. Stanfield, Sr. will be held on Thursday, May 5, 2022 at 11:00 at Glen Haven Memorial Gardens. A visitation will be held on Wednesday evening from 6:00pm-8:00pm at the funeral home.
Friends may sign the online register at www.fairhavenmacon.com
Fairhaven Funeral Home and Cremation Services is in charge of the arrangements.