Roy L. Stastny passed away peacefully on July 30, 2023 at age 87. Roy was originally from Berwyn, Illinois. Most recently resided in Downers Grove with his Fiancé Shirley Gasdick. Roy made his living as a Tool and Dye maker at Fisher Body. He served in the United States Air Force as well. Most importantly he was member of the Masons in Westchester, Illinois as a 33 Degree for 65 years. His position was inducting new members. Additionally he was an avid golfer. He had a great love for his Doberman Pincher show dog “Demon”. Roy is survived by his son Craig (Suzanne) Stastny, Daughter Lisa Stastny, Granddaughter Ashley, and Fiancé Shirley Gasdick. Lastly the family is very appreciative of caregiver Anthony Sanchez for his compassionate care of Roy the past four years. Visitation will be held on August 13, 2023 from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Cappetta’s West Suburban Funeral Home & Cremation Services located at 4920 Main Street, Downers Grove with Masonic Services at 6 P.M. Funeral Services on August 14, 2023 at 10 a.m at the funeral home followed by at Clarendon Hills Cemetery 6900 S. Cass Avenue Darien, Illinois 60581.. In Lieu of flowers donations to Shriners Children’s Hospital are appreciated 2211 N. Oak Park Avenue Chicago, Illinois 60707. Info 630-852-8000 or westsuburfbanfh.com
RWB Roy Stastny was an extremely hard working Mason. He was the one to raise me in the fraternity and the one to induct me as a WM. It was an honor to have known him and will be missed by many.
Only a dad with a tired face, Coming home from the daily race, Bringing little of gold or fame To show how well he has played the game; But glad in his heart that his own rejoice To see him come and to hear his voice. Only a dad with a brood of four, One of ten million men or more Plodding along in the daily strife, Bearing the whips and the scorns of life, With never a whimper of pain or hate, For the sake of those who at home await. Only a dad, neither rich nor proud, Merely one of the surging crowd, Toiling, striving from day to day, Facing whatever may come his way, Silent whenever the harsh condemn, And bearing it all for the love of them. Only a dad but he gives his all, To smooth the way for his children small, Doing with courage stern and grim The deeds that his father did for him. This is the line that for him I pen: Only a dad, but the best of men.
Dear, Dad
I’m happy I was able to see you one last time. I saw that smile on your face which meant so much to me. I wanted to say I appreciate everything you taught me. You took such good care of our family throughout the years as well. I never had children but I have grandchildren so I will take from you what I learned and forward it to them. Although we had our differences when you got Alzheimer’s I still love you forever. Until we meet again. May you Rest in Peace.
RWB Roy Stastny was an extremely hard working Mason. He was the one to raise me in the fraternity and the one to induct me as a WM. It was an honor to have known him and will be missed by many.
A Poem from your son Craig to you;
Only a Dad
Edgar Albert Guest
Only a dad with a tired face, Coming home from the daily race, Bringing little of gold or fame To show how well he has played the game; But glad in his heart that his own rejoice To see him come and to hear his voice. Only a dad with a brood of four, One of ten million men or more Plodding along in the daily strife, Bearing the whips and the scorns of life, With never a whimper of pain or hate, For the sake of those who at home await. Only a dad, neither rich nor proud, Merely one of the surging crowd, Toiling, striving from day to day, Facing whatever may come his way, Silent whenever the harsh condemn, And bearing it all for the love of them. Only a dad but he gives his all, To smooth the way for his children small, Doing with courage stern and grim The deeds that his father did for him. This is the line that for him I pen: Only a dad, but the best of men.
Dear, Dad
I’m happy I was able to see you one last time. I saw that smile on your face which meant so much to me. I wanted to say I appreciate everything you taught me. You took such good care of our family throughout the years as well. I never had children but I have grandchildren so I will take from you what I learned and forward it to them. Although we had our differences when you got Alzheimer’s I still love you forever. Until we meet again. May you Rest in Peace.
With Love,
Craig