Dennis Stanfield, Provincial Treasurer of The Moravian Church in America, Southern Province, Dies at 63

Dennis Keith Stanfield, 63, of Winston-Salem, passed away on July 18, 2019, at Trellis Supportive Care after a prolonged struggle with ALS. Born on October 14, 1955, in Winston-Salem, he was the son of the late Charlotte Snider Stanfield and Elbert Graham Stanfield, Sr. Stanfield’s educational background included a degree from Parkland Senior High School, followed by undergraduate studies at Wake Forest University and High Point University, and a Master’s in Business Administration from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

Throughout his career, Stanfield worked in Information Technology, Real Estate, and Finance, with notable employment at Sara Lee Corporation, Lowe’s Companies, Wake Forest University, and The Moravian Church in America, Southern Province, where he served as Provincial Treasurer. He was also a licensed Certified Public Accountant and Real Estate Broker.

A lifelong member of Trinity Moravian Church, Stanfield was deeply involved in the community. He taught Sunday School, served on the Board of Elders and Board of Trustees, played softball for many years, and was an usher and Lovefeast server. He also played in the church band and had a passion for music, recording contemporary Christian and country songs that were performed in church services.

Stanfield’s interests extended beyond the church. He loved sports, outdoor activities, and the natural beauty of the North Carolina mountains. He was preceded in death by his parents and two beloved dogs. Survivors include his brother, Elbert Graham (Gray) Stanfield, Jr., and wife Vicki, his long-time girlfriend Cindy Reavis, a nephew, niece, cousins, friends, and many Moravian Brothers and Sisters in Christ.

A celebration of Stanfield’s life will be held at Trinity Moravian Church on July 21, 2019, at 2:00 PM, officiated by Rev. Bill McElveen, Rev. Russell Williams, and Bishop Graham Rights. Interment will follow at Salem Moravian Graveyard, officiated by Rev. Ginny Tobiassen. The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on July 20, 2019, at Hayworth-Miller Silas Creek. Memorials may be made to Trinity Moravian Church or Trellis Supportive Care. Online condolences are available at www.Hayworth-Miller.com.

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