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Daryl Stinchfield, the 2017 Pioneer Day Parade Grand Marshal, died over the weekend from cancer.
Stinchfield was a Paso Robles resident since his birth in 1940 and he attended Paso Robles High School where he met his wife, Charlotte, and graduated in 1958.
Stinchfield was an avid cyclist and completed a triathlon in 1990. He was also highly involved in the community and served in many capacities including positions with the Pioneer Museum, Tractor Committee, the Cemetery Board, the Salvation Army and the local senior nutrition program.
When asked in an interview during the 2017 Pioneer Day Parade what his favorite thing about Paso Robles was, he was concise and honest about his love for the town.
"It's a great town," Stinchfield said. "It's changed a lot."
Stinchfield was well-known around the community and those who knew him said he was one of the best people they knew.
Tom Madden, the Pioneer Day Parade Chairman for 2016 and 2017, remembered him as the embodiment of the Paso Robles spirit, a humble man who never sought recognition.
"Daryl embodies Paso Robles," Madden said. "Here's a guy who never wanted to be out front, but he was just one of those quiet contributors, and he always had a smile on his face, and a good thing to say about people."
Madden said Stinchfield humbly accepted the 2017 Pioneer Day Parade Marshal nomination and he said he never looked for recognition, that he just wanted to give back to the community.
"When we let him know he was going to be the 2017 Pioneer Day Marshal, he said, 'Aren't there better choices? Isn't there someone better than me?' and that's just Daryl. Daryl is just a kind hearted, good, gentleman…he just wanted to give back and he just wanted to be part of the community, Daryl just embodies what it means to be a Paso Roblan."
Madden knew Stinchfield through crossed community service paths, especially the time both spent with the Pioneer Day Parade and the Tractor Committee. Madden said Stinchfield was always happy to see people he knew and he always expressed what that person meant the him.
"I've never heard anyone say a negative word about Daryl," Madden said. "Daryl was that guy, he was just a good good person."
A celebration of life will be held for Stinchfield at the Live Oak Christian Church at 10 a.m. Feb. 3, followed by a memorial barbecue at the Paso Robles Events Center tractor barn at noon.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Sponsored by Kuehl-Nicolay Funeral Home.
February 6, 2018
Ellen Schroeder
It was such a pleasure getting to know Daryl & Charlotte during the 2017 Pioneer Day Events. I had heard of the family all my life but had not had the pleasure of knowing them. I had known of Charlotte's Family through the Paso Schools Transportation Dept. My sincere condolences are with you all.
February 1, 2018
Friend
Jerry SanFilippo
Over 20 years ago we settled in Paso. I needed someone to disc the property. I called Wally Box; he said 'the guy you need is Daryl Stinchfield'. Daryl came over looked over the property and said he would disc it. Then he said "What are you doing Saturday"?He said "I'll come pick you up and show you our wonderful city and North County". He shows up in his Model A, and says "Get in the rumble seat". We spent almost 3 hours
on a tour of his beloved Paso and North County. I hope when I meet Daryl again,he'll
tell me to 'hop in' and take me on a grand tour once again. A great guy, will there ever be another?
January 29, 2018
Boyd & Pat Tackitt
We are so sad that Daryl is gone but will never be forgotten. He was a special man & friend. I've been praying for you Charlotte & girls. God bless you with peace as only He can do.
January 28, 2018
Rob and Kelly Rohrer
I'm going to miss working with Daryl at the Pioneer Museum. He was a wealth of knowledge and will be missed by many. I will miss his hugs the most! Friends Forever
January 26, 2018
A good person always there to lend a hand. The community will miss Daryl. We pray for those he left behind. as we know where his soul is.
Jeff nHorton
January 23, 2018
Bonnie Green
January 23, 2018
Chris & Linda Key
Just heard from Christopher that Daryl is now with the Lord. As we came out of the theatre in AG on Sunday the Lord brought him to mind, I said to Chris that we should connect with you and Daryl. It looks like we'll see you soon but will have to wait a little while to see Daryl again. Praying for you and the girls.
Love in Christ, Linda
January 23, 2018
Classmate
KCN Class of 1962 Sisters' in Nursing
A good man, husband, grandfather who will truly be missed by all. KCN RN Sisters' send and place our arms around you, Charlotte, we love you.
January 23, 2018
mary lou Alderete Williams
Dear Charlotte, we are saddened to learn that Daryl is gone to the Lord. A good man not to be forgotten, we were privileged to have known him. Our condolences to you and your family. Peace be with you all.
Mary Lou Alderete Williams and John...We love you.
January 23, 2018
I knew Daryl for almost 50 years and he was a man who truly showed his love and
concern for you. I could always count on Daryl to do what he said he would do. He
loved to tease and insult you in a loving way. His favorite insult was to call you a
rotten dirty skunk. I had the privilege to have been called that numerous times. During the last twenty three years that I lived in Paso Robles, I attended the Thursday Morning breakfast at the Christian Life Center Church. Daryl cooked the breakfast And did so for probably 35 to 40 yearss. He rarely missed a breakfast. He came to cook breakfast regardless of how he felt. He took his responsibility very seriously.For approximately 18 of the last years, I made the coffee' Even though I arrived at the church around 5:00 , he was always there before me.When Bic Moe was still alive, he also arrived early. I thourghlyenjoyed listening to Daryl and Bic talk about Paso Robles and the surrounding area. Those two guys could tell you anything about Paso Robles. Daryl did not talk about his faith in Christ Jesus often, but he was a true Christian. He knew the Bible and could discuss it easily. During discussions after breakfast, he always had thoughtful comments to make. I will miss Daryl, but I know that when I pass on I will meet him in heaven. Goodby for now old friend, I will always love you. Keith Sinton
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