Stanley Narkevicius

GARDNER - Stanley Narkevicius, 67 of Gardner, died unexpectedly on Saturday, July 24, 2010 at Heywood Hospital, Gardner. He was born in Lithuania on February 14, 1943, the son of the late Benedictas and the late Bronislava (Goncauskas) Narkevicius. Stanley was raised and educated in Gardner. He was a veteran of the Vietnam War, serving in the U.S. Army and was decorated as an expert rifleman and sharpshooter. His employment history included Ikonen Tool and Die Co., GEM Industries Inc., and Simplex Time Recorder Co. where he retired in 2004 after working for approximately 30 years as a Machinist. Stanley was a communicant of Holy Spirit Church. He was a member of the Gardner American Legion, the Lithuanian Association, Gardner Rifle & Pistol Club, Westminster Rod & Gun Club, Templeton Fish & Game Club and the Hubbardston Rod & Gun Club. Stanley was a devoted family man and loved spending time with his children and caring for his grandchildren. He was an avid trout and bass fisherman, and fulfilled his passion for marksmanship through competitive shooting at the various clubs. He was always proud to share his catch or prize meats with family and friends. He enjoyed camping, riding motorcycles, following Gardner High football, watching the Patriots and NASCAR, and displayed a contagious laugh when watching his Pink Panther collection. Being a talented mechanic, there was hardly a moment when he didn't have multiple projects in process on his vehicles or outdoor equipment. Stanley was often known to tell you what "the main thing is", and would not easily pass up a chance to go to breakfast with family and friends after Sunday morning church. To those who knew him well, Stanley was very dependable and hard working, never hesitating to lend a helping hand. The fact that he was a 6 year cancer survivor is a testament to his strong will and perseverance. He has been an inspiration to many and will be missed dearly by all. He leaves his wife of 44 years, Mary (Ikonen) Narkevicius; two daughters, Mary Weber of West Boylston, Laura Narkevicius of North Carolina; seven sons, James Narkevicius and his wife Pauline of Athol, Scott Narkevicius and his wife Sandra of Wakefield RI, Steven Narkevicius of Fitchburg, John Narkevicius of East Templeton, Michael Narkevicius and his wife Kathryn of Richmond RI, Brian Narkevicius of Gardner, Robert Narkevicius of Worcester; four sisters, Jadwiga Earle and her husband William of Sandwich, Gladys Richardson of Gardner, Angela Branon of Waltham, Janina Pelletier and her husband Michael of Spencer; thirteen grandchildren, thirteen nieces and nephews, and many friends and acquaintances. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Wednesday, July 28, 2010 at 10:00 am in Holy Spirit Church, 50 Lovewell St., Gardner. Burial will follow in St. Joseph's Cemetery. Calling hours will be held Tuesday, July 27, 2010, from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Poliks Funeral Home, 431 Pleasant St., Gardner. Due to a family medical restriction, the family requests that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be made in his memory to the American Cancer Society's, New England Division Office, 30 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701 or to the American Heart Association, 20 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701. For more information or to sign our online guest book please visit www.poliksfuneralhome.com. Poliks Funeral Home 431 Pleasant St., Gardner is directing arrangements. $(document).ready(function(){ });