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Paul S. Stankiewicz “Papa Stank” age 74, of Ocean View, NJ passed away Wednesday, February 23, 2022, after losing his courageous battle against pulmonary fibrosis. Paul was a Veteran having served in the United States Navy as a communications tech, and was stationed overseas. He was a proud graduate of Roman Catholic High School, Class of 1965, and Spring Garden College of Philadelphia. He was a longtime resident of Media PA. Paul was a salesman for many years working in the High-Tech Industry. After retiring, he enjoyed his new job as a bus driver, driving for Rose Tree Media followed by Student Transportation of PA where he found a new joy driving the Springfield PA High School swimming team and supporting their swim meets.

Paul was a huge Philadelphia Eagles fan and was overjoyed when they won the Super Bowl. He was able to travel to London with his friend Rocco and watch his Philadelphia Eagles play. He enjoyed fishing on his boat and his greatest joy was feeding family, friends, and neighbors. Paul was a skilled back scratcher and beloved "Pop" to his grandchildren.

He was a proud dad watching his three kids participate in sports, especially Centenary University Women’s Soccer where his daughter Lisa played, and he earned the nickname "Papa Stank".

Paul is survived by his cherished wife of 39 years, Joan Stankiewicz (nee Matthews); beloved father to his children, Amy Ray & husband Carl of Mt. Royal NJ, Paul M. Stankiewicz of Philadelphia PA, Lisa Bellocchio & husband Matthew of Sewell NJ; "Pop" to grandchildren, Santo, Nicodemo Bellocchio, and Baby Boy Bellocchio due in June, and Madelynn and Audrey Ray; brothers, John Stankiewicz & his wife Linda of Wilmington DE and Steven Stankiewicz of Philadelphia PA; sisters-in-law, Sally Coll & her husband Michael of Garnet Valley PA, Teresa Matthews & her husband John Teague of Hermosa Beach CA; brother-in-law, Francis Matthews & his wife Eileen of Pocono Pines PA; many nieces and nephews; dear friend and fishing buddy Dennis Mirra; and beloved cavalier, Nina who loved to cuddle with Paul on his chair.

Family and Friends are invited to visit from 10:00 - 11:00am on Saturday March 5, 2022, at Smith Funeral Home 47 Main Street Mantua, NJ 08051. Memorial Service will be held at 11:00am.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Roman Catholic High School Scholarship Fund, 301 N. Broad St., Phila., PA 19107.
Memories and condolences can be shared at www.smithfhmantua.com.