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Stana Lilly

08/21/1960 - 02/05/2026

Stana Lilly obituary, 08/21/1960-02/05/2026, Easton, NJ

BORN

08/21/1960

DIED

02/05/2026

Stana Lilly Obituary

Stana L. Lilly, 65, of Easton, passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 5, 2026 in Warren Haven Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, of Oxford, NJ. Stana was born on August 21, 1960 in Moberly, Missouri. She was the daughter of the late Stanley K. Gutekunst and Maureita "Dee" (Teets) Gutekunst. Stana graduated Class of 1978 from Nazareth High School, of Nazareth, PA: Stana worked for Easton Hospital and Gracedale Nursing Home as a certified nursing assistant. Stana enjoyed riding horses, track and field, and coaching youth sports. In her later years she loved taking care of animals and reading. Stana is deeply missed by children Kevin K. Lilly and wife, Heather, of Bangor, Justin K. Lilly and wife, Katie, of Easton, Marissa R. Lilly of Kunkletown, grandchildren, Nicholas, Sophia, Olivia, Danika, Brock, Colton, and Sienna. She is also survived by her sisters Krista Zuber, Lisa Lawson, and Kara Betzenberger. In accordance with her wishes, a private ceremony will be held with her children. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the ASPCA in her name, reflecting her lifelong love for animals.

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Published by The Express Times from Feb. 6 to Feb. 8, 2026.

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Anthony Bush

February 10, 2026

My condolences, she will be missed! I just found a baseball she had signed as my coach in a box of keepsakes. You are all in my prayers.

Sherry Bush

February 10, 2026

Kevin, Justin and Marissa,
So, so very sorry to hear this sad news. She was a wonderful and caring person and especially with regards to kids.
My condolences to you all. Blessings.

Joseph Dagon II

February 10, 2026

My Condolences to Stana Lilly Family and Friends. I knew Charles Lilly of 136 East Nesquening Street, South Side Easton Pa. May Stana Lilly Sleep in the Arms of her Lord. Easton Skilled Nursing Home 2600.Northampton St Rm.344-B Palmer Twp Pa 18045-2656.

Amy Fontno (DeRaymond)

February 10, 2026

So saddened by the loss of Stana. We shared great memories together during track and field in high school- moments I'll always be thankful for. Sending love to her family and all who knew and loved her.

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Eric

February 9, 2026

So sorry to hear this,and for your lose,my sincere condolences.

Lew Rissmiller

February 8, 2026

So sorry to her Stana has passed. We were high school sweethearts. Spent a lot of time with her and her family even enjoyed having breakfast with her mom and dad 30 years later. Great family. Please pass on my prayers and best wishes to her sisters and family.

Wanda Rehrig

February 8, 2026

Stana was a coworker at Gracedale. I always found her pleasant,caring and friendly..... My condolences to the family...

Julie

February 8, 2026

My sincerest condolences to you and your family. May the love you have be a support to each other and may the cherished memories you have of your mom provide some comfort. You will be in my thoughts

Hollie Schooley

February 8, 2026

Kevin: My condolences on the passing of your mother. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time.

Denise Baltz Lelko

February 8, 2026

Very sorry to hear of Stana´s passing! My deepest sympathies. She was such a nice person! May she Rest in peace!

A former neighbor

February 7, 2026

Stana was our neighbor growing up on Mauch Chunk st in Nazareth. She was always very friendly and took the time to chat even while running to her after school activities. Such a pleasant beautiful young lady. Rest in peace

Patricia fells

February 7, 2026

u have been made whole again., sleep in peace.

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