Stanley Michael Panek of O'Fallon born September 16, 1940 in Baraki Nowe, Poland passed away May 8, 2016 at home. He was preceded in death by his parents, Antoni and Genowefa Panek.

Surviving are his wife, Sharon and four children : Steve Panek of O'Fallon, Dawn Lance of Belleville, Robert (Karen) Mank of O'Fallon & Melissa Panek of OFallon: six grandchildren: Zach, Micah, Jack, Ryan, Katie & Vonner, and one sister Jane (Danny) Wondolowski and nieces and nephews.

Mr. Panek was a machinist for Continental Can in St. Louis for 25 years. He then worked and retired from Tower Automotive in Granite City.

A memorial visitation will be held Saturday May 14th at First Baptist Church in OFallon at 2:00 p.m. followed by a memorial service at 4:00 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Project Hope or Animal Rescue of Southern Il. Donations will also be received at church.