Stanley W. "Stan" Sapinski

ILION – Mr. Stanley W. “Stan” Sapinski, age 50, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, June 29, 2025. At the time of his passing he had the love and support of his beloved, Jillian, at his side.

Born in Passaic, New Jersey, on August 13, 1974, Stanley is the son of Alice (Haggerty) Tepper and Stanislaw Sapinski. He was raised and educated in New Jersey, graduating from Lyndhurst High School.

On May 21, 2010, Stan met and fell in love with Jillian Rumrill. Together, Jill and Stan have spent fifteen years in a loving and devoted union. They shared in a marriage covenant and complemented one another in every way.

Some of Stan’s favorite pastimes included watching history documentaries and sermons from Dr. Charles Stanley, along with his wife, Jill. He truly loved the Lord with all his heart and would pray every morning. He could often be found doing Bible studies and listening to his favorite Christian music.

Stan was an outgoing, friendly and genuine person who knew how to make people laugh. His personality lit up the room and he was well-rounded in his gifts and talents. He loved playing the acoustic guitar and enjoyed learning new songs in the finger picking style. He also enjoyed cooking and was a natural talent in the kitchen. He had an affinity for animals and loved his four cats, Elvis, Priscilla, Harley and Andre.

Stan touched the hearts of all who knew him and his presence will forever be remembered by those he leaves behind. He is survived by his beloved wife, Jill; his parents, Alice and Stan of New Berlin; his brother, Steven Sapinski, also of New Berlin; his parents-in-law, Garry and Karen Rumrill of Frankfort; his brother-in-law, Garry J. Rumrill, II and his wife, Linsey, of Frankfort; and his beloved niece and nephew, Brady and Garry, III, whom he absolutely loved and adored. He also leaves behind a host of extended family and friends. He was predeceased by his stepfather, Willie Tepper.

Friends and relatives are invited to attend calling hours on Tuesday, July 8, 2025 from 4:00PM – 6:00PM at the Enea & Ciaccia Family Funeral Home, 4309 Acme Road, Town of Frankfort, Ilion, NY (315) 894-8000. Stan’s funeral service and Celebration of Life will commence on Tuesday at 6:00PM at the funeral home, immediately upon the conclusion of visitation, with Deacon Jim Bower, officiating.

In lieu of flowers, please consider memorial contributions to the Herkimer County Humane Society, PO Box 73, Mohawk, NY 13407. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.

Stan’s family has entrusted his final arrangements to the Enea, Ciaccia & Applegate funeral directors. Online notes of sympathy may be left at www.eneafamily.com .