Patrick T. Stanley

Patrick T. Stanley, age 87, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 31, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.

A Celebration of Pat's Life will be held on Saturday, September 26, 2026, at Ballard-Sunder Funeral Home, 833 Marschall Road, Shakopee, MN 55379. Visitation will begin at 11:00 a.m., followed by a Memorial Service at 12:00 p.m. A luncheon will be served immediately following the service.

Pat was born on March 27, 1939, in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, where he grew up alongside his older brothers, Edward and James, spending their youth exploring, adventuring, and creating lifelong memories together. He proudly served in the United States Navy before attending New Mexico State University, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering. After college he embarked on a long and successful career in the semiconductor and test systems industry as a technical sales engineer. Later, he brought his talents in sales and training to Walser Toyota and concluded his lifelong love of work as a Benefit Advocate with UnitedHealth Group. Throughout his professional life, Pat was known for his dedication, integrity, and genuine desire to help others.

Pat married the love of his life, Norma Joyce Van Amber, in Roseville, Minnesota. Together they built a life centered on family and fun. As career opportunities arose and their family grew, they made homes in Amery, Wisconsin; Concord, Massachusetts; Holland, Pennsylvania; and ultimately Minnetonka, Minnesota, where they lived for more than 50 years. Most recently, they relocated to Shakopee, Minnesota.

Above all else, Pat was devoted to his family. He took great pride in the accomplishments of his children and grandchildren and cherished spending time with those he loved. His strong work ethic, sense of humor, and willingness to lend a helping hand left a lasting impression on the many people whose lives he touched.

Pat was preceded in death by his parents, Edward and Edith Stanley, and his brother, James Stanley.

He is survived by his beloved wife of many years, Norma Joyce Stanley; his sons, Shawn (Jenny), Patrick, and Ryan (Monica); his daughter, Kelly Lapic (Jeff); his grandchildren, Devon, Carmen, Arsenius, Ruby, Axel, and Owen; his great-grandsons, John and James; his brother, Edward Stanley; and many cherished nieces, nephews, extended family members, and friends.

Pat will be remembered for his unwavering dedication to family, his kindness, and the countless lives he enriched throughout his years.