Stanley A. Brengle

Stanley A. Brengle 70, Machesney Park, went home to be with the Lord Thursday August 2, 2018 at Medina Manor, after 48 years of health battles due to his exposure to Agent Orange. He was born July 8, 1948, in Rockford, the son of the late Paul and Loretta (DeSotell) Brengle. Stan is a graduate of the West High School class of 1966. Stan served his country during the Vietnam War as a Sergeant in the United States Air Force. He married Norma Seler in Selinsgrove, PA. on February 7, 1970. Stan worked as a salesman for most of his life. Stan the Man was the “ultimate” salesman. One of his most treasured jobs was doing play by play high school football broadcasting. Stan had a contagious laugh and a great sense of humor. He loved the Lord unashamedly, and he and Norma ministered to hundreds of kids through Sonlight Ministries for 20 years. He was the biggest Packer fan in Chicago Bear territory. Stan served on the 4th of July committee for over 20 years, a responsibility that he served with pride. Survived by his wife, Norma: Children, Kevin (Stacia) Brengle of Tennessee, Kristie (Jeremy) Selvidge of Michigan, and Kyle Brengle of Illinois; his grandchildren, Awston Brengle, Regan Selvidge, Arielle Brengle, Jace Selvidge, Karsen Brengle, Rylan Selvidge, and Brayden Shanahan. His sister, Loretta; brothers and sisters in law, Terry (Dixie) Seler, Elmer Seler Jr., Jeff (Vicki) Seler, Keith (Bonnie) Seler, Debbie (Dar) Bobb, and Denny (Debby) Seler; and many nieces and nephews. Stan is preceded in death by his parents; his mother and father in law, his brothers, George, and Paul and his wife Phyllis, brothers in law, Larry Kroenig, Steve Seler, and Dave Seler and several nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank the staff at Medina Manor and Agrace Hospice for the compassion and grace they showed in caring for Stan in his final weeks. Stan has been cremated and a Celebration of Life service will be held on August 11, 2018 at 11:00 AM at Grace Family Church, 3202 Pleasant Valley Blvd. Rockford, IL. 61114, with a luncheon to follow at the Church. Visitation with the family will be held from 9:30-11 AM before the service. This is a celebration event, different from a typical funeral. Please come with your favorite memories, stories or pictures of Stan. Stan loved to laugh and laughter is good for the soul so please be prepared and feel comfortable to laugh. Dress in something comfortable, or in honor of Stan’s love for the packers please feel free to wear green and gold, or your favorite Packers jersey, T-shirt’s etc...if you show up in Bears or Vikings apparel....special reserved seating is provided for you in the lavatory. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made for a fund at Isabella Bank in care of Kristie Selvidge (800.651.9111)