William Alton Stansel, 71, of Lake City, Florida passed away on January 21, 2014 at North Florida Regional Medical Center. He was born in Wellborn, Florida to Thomas and Nannie "Hiers" Stansel and had been a life long resident of Columbia County. He was a loving father and grandfather who enjoyed playing golf, the Florida Gators, and spending time with his family and his dog Roscoe. He was preceded in death by his parents, his brothers, Edward and Robert Stansel, and his sister, Hilda Dease
Survivors include his son, Kiley (Dana) Stansel of Sacremento, CA; daughter, Kelly (Darron) Lee of Lake City, FL; grandchildren, Hailey Stansel, Devin Lee, Taylor Barclay and Brittany Barclay.
A gathering of friends and family will be held from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. on Friday evening, January 24, 2014 at the funeral home.
GATEWAY-FOREST LAWN FUNERAL HOME, 3596 South US Hwy 441, Lake City, FL, 32025. (386) 752-1954. Please leave words of comfort for the family online at www.gatewayforestlawn.com