Arthur C. Stallings, Sr., 86, born August 15, 1929 in Virginia Beach to J. Streets & Naomi Stallings; grew up at the oceanfront of Virginia Beach. He married his high school sweetheart Martha in 1951. Arthur graduated from Ocean High School in 1950 and worked for the telephone company climbing telephone poles until he moved into the switchboard building from which he retired. Arthur had a passion for helping others. He volunteered with the Virginia Beach Rescue Squad for many years and is a life member. In his spare time he worked with his son Jay on boats as he loved mechanical challenges.
Arthur is survived by his wife Martha Nortonen Stallings; their two sons, John “Jay” Stallings, III (Marion Sofield) and Arthur “Carey” Stallings, Jr.; grandchildren, John M. Stallings, Alex Stallings (Hannah) & Rejina Stallings (Jason);and daughter in law, Deborah Stallings. The family would like to thank Marion Sofield and Christine Gorman for their help and companionship to Arthur.
A Celebration of Life will be held at Altmeyer Funeral Home-Maestas Funeral Home, 1801 Baltic Ave., Saturday, June 18, 2016 beginning at 4pm. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the Virginia Beach Rescue Squad. Please visit www.AltmeyerFH.com to leave a note of condolence to the family.
Arthur Carey Stallings, Sr.
July 15, 1929 - June 12, 2016
07/15/1929 - 06/12/2016
Past Services
Visitation
Saturday June 18, 2016
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Altmeyer Funeral Home - Maestas Chapel
1801 Baltic Avenue
Virginia Beach, VA 23451
(757) 428-1112 | Directions
1801 Baltic Avenue
Virginia Beach, VA 23451
(757) 428-1112 | Directions
Service
Saturday June 18, 2016
5:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Altmeyer Funeral Home - Maestas Chapel
1801 Baltic Avenue
Virginia Beach, VA 23451
(757) 428-1112 | Directions
1801 Baltic Avenue
Virginia Beach, VA 23451
(757) 428-1112 | Directions
Cemetery
Additional Information:
Burial will be private with the family.
Martha, we were so sorry to hear about Arthur’s passing. He was a kind and caring uncle and he sure could tell great stories about the deeds of the Virginia Beach Rescue Squad. Our prayers are with you and your family. God bless.
Arthur was a good kind man. He was always the same. Martha may God keep you in His hands of love.
To Martha & Family, George and I were so sorry to hear of the passing of the love of your life, Arthur, a very kind and gentle man. You and all the family are in our thoughts and prayers. May you find comfort in your memories of your beautiful life together.
Arthur Carey Stallings, Sr. was a wonderful man and came from a wonderful family. Martha I know your heart is breaking but I know Arthur is rejoicing with his Lord and Savior. I have wonderful memories of visiting Arthur’s parent’s home – Street & Naomi as a child. It’s my understanding that Arthur was name after my grandfather – Arthur B. Carey. My mother was Thelma May Carey Allen. I live in NC and won’t be able to attend the service. Please know the family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
I was so saddened to read that Arthur had passed away but pleased to know that he is now with his Lord and Savior. My heart goes out to Martha and her family during this difficult time. Martha and Arthur are two of my favorite people that I hold dear to me.
Martha I was sorry to hear about the “love of your life” passing. Arthur was such a wonderful Christian man. He will never be forgotten.
Love you both and think of you often. Miss our get togethers for bible study and being with fellow Christians,
Love Gail Elks
Martha and family, please accept our sincere sympathies. May you be surrounded and comforted by the love of family and friends. We write this to include thoughts from our mother, Beverly, who is not able to personally express them.
I am so sorry for your loss of Mr. Stallings. He was such a kind and gentle man. My thoughts and prayers go out to each of you. May you find peace in your memories. God bless.
Knew Arthur for many years. He was a gift from Heaven and a finer man I have never met…Rest in peace my brother…