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Stanley C. Emerson

January 28, 1942 ~ February 19, 2026

Born in: Muncie , Indiana
Resided in: Mooresville, Indiana

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Stanley C. Emerson

Longtime railroad man and educator, Stanley Emerson, 84, of Mooresville, passed away on February 19, 2026 at Rosegate Village in Indianapolis. Stanley was born on January 28, 1942 in Muncie, Indiana to the late Mark and Hortense (Hull) Emerson.

Stanley was a proud graduate of Indiana University and served in the United States Coast Guard. He married the love of his life Janet, on April 11, 1965, and were married over 60 years. Born with natural curiosity and a fascination with trains, Stanley worked for the railroad for 24 years, before retiring. Additionally, he taught at Mooresville High School from 1986- 2006, as well as a volunteer fireman for Monroe Township for 50 years. He also enjoyed working security for the Indianapolis Colts, Indiana University Basketball and Football teams, and was a proud member of the Indy Metropolitan Military Honor Guard for many years. A faithful man, he was an active member at Mt. Gilead Church, where he led the Monday night prayer group. He will be remembered for his outgoing personality, who never met a stranger and was always energetic and on the go.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his siblings, Marcia Gay and Phillip Emerson.

He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Janet L. Emerson; sons Ronald J. Emerson (Abby), John M. Emerson, Gerald E. Emerson (Andrea); grandchildren Cory Emerson (Amanda), Jessica Hopes (Justin), Brenna Emerson, Bailey Emerson; great grandchildren Grayson Hopes and Violet Emerson.

Family and friends will gather in celebration of Stanley’s life on Friday, February 27th from 4-8pm at Carlisle Branson Funeral Service & Crematory. Graveside services will be private in White Lick Cemetery.

Memorial contributions are encouraged to be made in Stanley’s memory to Churches in Mission, 27 S. Indiana Street, Mooresville, IN 46158, https://churchesinmission.org/.

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Visitation: Friday, February 27, 2026
4:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Carlisle - Branson Funeral Service & Crematory
39 East High Street
Mooresville, IN 46158

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  1. Stan, you are remembered fondly every time I tell the story about “visiting” the Hazard Kentucky jail! You were awesome and your work with our youth group meant so much to me! I still don’t listen very well! Janet and family, may your memories bring you joy and ease your sorrow. Love, Dawn Walker Seyerle ❤️

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  2. I have many fond memories of Stan taking me on and leading Lay Witness weekend mission trips while in high school around 2007-2009. His youthful energy was so infectious that I always joked I had no idea how old he was. I still remember his intentionally long handshakes and long winded stories (which often included trains!). And I still remember his lessons for the youth–especially how he explained so well that we will all have either 1 birth and 2 deaths or 1 death and 2 births, the second being in Christ. What a special soul that I will not forget. Stan’s friendship was a blessing from God.

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  4. Stan Da Man!! I was blessed to serve alongside Stan on several Missions with the IMMHG. He was a joy to chat with and a wealth of knowledge! We shared a fondness for trains, and I will miss our chats. I worked the Ground Crew for his Honor Flight in September of 2022. Rest easy Brother! You’re now safe in the arms of Jesus!

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  9. Sorry to hear of Stans passing – he was one of my scoutmasters in Troop 30 and in Heyokas/OrderOfTheArrow as well as a neighbor at Lake Bodonna…….prayers for Jan, Ron, John, and Gerry

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  10. Stanley was the little boy who lived up the street in Mooresville who my sister and I played with occasionally. His big sister, Marcia, was our babysitter who read to us books she had brought with her. Stanley was a very nice boy who grew up to be a very respected man. I’m sorry for your loss of this fine man.

    Kay Allison Buchanan

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  11. As I sit here, trying to think of the words to explain how much you meant to someone that didn’t have very many family members you were like family to me you got me my first job. He didn’t downgrade me when I had my baby at such a young age.. you were Mr. E stand D man. you held all of my children.. you weren’t just amazing teacher. You were an amazing friend.. the world has lost such a signing light. My thoughts and prayers go out to your children and your wife. I will always be proud to say that you were an awesome amazing friend.. thank you for your views on life and believing in me. Thank you for having such a pure heart and caring for so many of us.. until we meet again. I hope there’s some old trains in heaven, even a gold one on the streets of gold.. (Nannie Brummett) wright.

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  12. Mr.E (as I Called you) you will truly be missed by so many. He was a mentor to me when I got pregnant my junior year he never said a mean word to me instead he encouraged me to come back to school and finish school. And thanks to him. That is exactly what I did. Thank you for being there in a time that was needed. God has definitely gained an angel RIH!! ✝️✝️✝️🙏🙏🙏😢

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  14. IT WAS A PRIVILEDGE TO SERVE WITH STAN ON THE MOORESVILLE FIRE DEPT, STAN SERVED WELL AND HAD A GREAT PERSONALITY.

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  17. An inspiration to me and a man who showed others how to love as Christ did. He set me on my path with the USCG that certainly shifted the trajectory of my life. I thank him for his son Gerry, who instilled in me the levels of fortitude, competitiveness, and self confidence necessary to execute on that path.

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  18. It was either my junior or senior year, so 1997 or 1998, I remember going on a youth retreat with Mr. E. It’s one of my favorite memories because we went splunking on this trip.

    I was the smallest person, and it was decided I was going to go first. I remember there was an albino bat, and I didn’t see it until I was almost right up on it. I hit my head pretty hard when I noticed it (was a tight fit to begin with).

    He will be greatly missed. I’m blessed enough to have known this sweet, kind man. My thought and prayers go out to his family.

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  19. Stan my friend. I am so sorry to hear that your life’s journey is over. You were always there to support and help others. Sending prayers to your family. Haven gained a great man . You will be missed by many. Your friend Bill . 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

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  20. Stan da Man was the most welcoming person I have ever known. He will always be remembered for wearing his many crazy hats! My family and Stan’s had dinners on Tuesdays at Fazolis that started out as we should have dinner together that ended up going on for years. Stan was always the storyteller whether it was about education, trains, the Coast Guard, IU or doing a magic trick for the kids he always had a story to share. We had many good times with Stan from train shows, so many events at Lucas Oil Stadium where he worked, to Florida. We will never forget the amazing 4th of July Firework shows that Stan and family (John, the pyrotechnic guy along with Ron and Gerry) always put in days of work to put on an amazing show for anyone that wanted to sit around the lake to watch. Stan’s wife Jan always made ice cream for after the show. What great memories! From the Morris Family Kevin, Mary, Brittany, Kaylee, Cody, Stanley, Nancy and Kristy to our adopted family the Emerson’s Jan, Gerry, Andrea, Brenna, Bailey, Ron and John. Rest in peace Stan until we meet again!

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  21. You were a great teacher, mentor and friend you will be missed but not forgotten. It was an honor to have in our lives

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  22. All of my children speak fondly of Mr Emerson , you never forget teachers who go the extra mile , Thank you for your kindness .

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  23. Mr. Emerson was a really nice guy and funny man sure will gonna miss him r.i.h. I’ll see you soon Mr. Emerson

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  24. Stan the man as I always knew him was a gentle sole. He had a passion for the railroad and he loved to talk about it. I knew Stan for many years from being a student at Mooresville High School and to later serving with him in the fire service. Stan is the one that got me involved in trains and got to me to join the former Indiana transportation museum. The best memories i have of him was chasing the Nickle plate road steam locomotive #587 from Kentucky avenue and 465 all the way to Spencer and to going on a speeder trip with him from Spencer to Mooresville. Such great times. Rest in peace Stan and give my dad hug

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  25. Stan loved his family and friends greatly. So many visits to Colorado to see Phil, I and his little nephews. He would spoil us all and his visits usually included “trains” and the Hammonds candy shop for the boys. He always had great stories to share and always a trick up his sleeve. Many prayers to Janet, Ron, John and Gerry. Our love,
    Judy, Jonathan and Michael.

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  26. Stan was one of our very first managers for the Mooresville aquatic center and did a great job ! He was also one of the original Mooresville Park police officers when the department was first formed.

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  27. This man was the greatest of men that i had ever had the pleasure of meeting. My siblings called him magic man because as a house arrest officer he visited our house and did magic tricks for my young siblings. That was so long ago, then I had him as a teacher in summer school in high school. He was the kindest, most gentle spoken man. He will be missed by so many people who loved him. I am so sorry to his family for this loss. He will never be forgotten ♥️ Shine bright magic man much love

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  29. We are very sorry for the loss of Mr. E. He was one of the best teachers. I remember him as always trying to be funny, and doing a good job at that. Sending all the love and hugs for remembering all those great memories and for time for healing. Thinking of you, Jan, and family.

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  30. Stan the man, as I always called you.. you were a great teacher and taught me many life lessons. Thank you for every ounce of knowledge that you had shared with me.

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  31. I worked with Stan “the man” Emerson at Lucas Oil Stadium. He was always greeting guests with a friendly smile and welcoming words. He was so proud of his service to our country, family and traveling the US. Rest peacefully Stan. Your life was lived well

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  32. I worked with Stan “da man” Emerson at Lucas Oil Stadium, I loved hearing his stories, and I enjoyed working with him. He will most definitely be missed. RIP

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  33. I worked with Stan during different events at Lucas Oil.
    I loved talking to him. He had such great stories! I would have loved to have had him as a teacher.
    Thank you Stan for the service you gave and for all the time you spent at the funerals of fallen veterans. ❤️
    What wonderful memories you have of Stan!
    He will be missed.
    Thoughts & prayers.
    Jane Henry

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  34. I am sad to hear of the passing of Mr. E. I got to know you him during my involvement with S.A.D.D. for the HS many years ago. He also served as a mentor for me. Your encouragement and kind words were monumental in helping me manage the struggles of High School. You will be missed, but your light that you provided for so many, will never be forgotten..
    Rest in Peace ❤️
    Michelle

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  35. I am sad to hear of the passing of Mr. E. I got to know him during my involvement with S.A.D.D. for the HS many years ago. He also served as a mentor for me. Your encouragement and kind words were monumental in helping me manage the struggles of High School. You will be missed, but your light that you provided for so many, will never be forgotten..
    Rest in Peace ❤️
    Michelle

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  36. One of the best teachers I ever had!!! He was a friend,mentor and a all around great guy!! Je was a friend of the families! He will be missed dearly.

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  37. Stan the man I will miss working with you and you saying hi sweetheart and giving me a hug it was a joy to know you

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  40. Stan was the first person to introduce himself and sat next to me my first night on Monday night recovery groups. He definitely made me feel welcome enough to return. I’ve been going every Monday ever since. He will be missed. God love him.

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  41. Stan, what a great friend he was we did a lot of things with Stan. We went on mission trips, cookouts ,ball games, races. We had a lot of great times with Stan I know that had a true for God. We’re gonna miss him and we loved him I’m sure when the Lord received him he said well done Stan well done.

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  42. Mr. E.,
    I will never be able to thank you enough for being such an amazing teacher. You helped make sure I finished high school and without you, I know I wouldn’t be where I am today. Thank you for everything Mr. E!!!

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  43. I am so incredibly sad to hear of Mr Emerson’s passing. He was always one of my favorite teachers, and I truly appreciated his mentorship throughout high school. I was also in his UNITY club. He left a much bigger impact on me than he ever knew. Sending thoughts, prayers, and love to you all.

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  44. My teenage years were forever changed when Stan and Jan
    Came to be members of the
    United Methodist Church and
    Then Stan became head of the
    Youth group and shared his
    Deep faith by guiding us thru
    Years of high school challenges.
    My deepest sympathy to Jan and the boys. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family as you draw strength from the Amazing memories you created! Peace and Blessings!

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