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This memorial website was created in memory of our loved one, Alfonza Stakley, MD, 74, born on November 5, 1939 and passed away on February 17, 2014. We will remember him forever.

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February 17
February 17
So much has changed since you left. I miss our conversations about life and people. But still very appreciative of the friendship we had ‼️
February 17, 2022
February 17, 2022
WOW what a different world it seems to be now 8 years later. The pandemic has changed how we live.
BLESSINGS TO THE STAKELY FAMILY.. I hope this message finds you all safe and healthy.
I will always feel blessed because of my relationship with Doc and the comfort and well-being that our partnership has allow me to provide for my family.
His spirit still keeps me. I know I'll see his soon..
March 20, 2021
March 20, 2021
I will never forget the Stakley family reunion in California over 20 years ago. It was the first time I saw my father with that many of his brothers. I'm so grateful for that moment. The laughter and stories that came out of those few days will always be cherished.

My uncle was a gentle and gracious man. I will always remember and appreciate his example.
February 17, 2021
February 17, 2021
God I thank you for the wonderful memories I have of my doctor! He truly cared for me and my family and always prayed for us. He put God first in everything! I loved my doctor, Dr. Alfonso Stakley!! Rest In Peace dear sir! The Stallings family!
December 19, 2019
December 19, 2019
I just found out about the loss of your father and I am so sorry I did not know sooner. I hope he did not suffer. What an amazing man. I am sure you miss him especially this time of year. I have known your family my entire life and was brought up by your Grandma Sarah who I consider to be a mother to me. I have also known your mother since I was 10 years old. I would love it if you would get in touch with me directly. All my love to your family. Jean Zinner
May 7, 2019
May 7, 2019
Dr. Stakley truly left a mark as his mom & aunts. did .....and I often reflect with prayer that all is well with his entire family.... In reflection I think of GOD saying to Dr. Stakley, “Well done my good and faithful servant”. I am praying that his living is Truly an example of CHRIST like Love. .. May each one us be a vessel and continue together with focus to walk in HIS Light....,
April 24, 2019
April 24, 2019
I cant believe, Im barely finding out about Dr Alfonza Stakley's passing. He was a great Doctor and very nice this is baffling, "God must've needed his knowledge in heaven." The last time I saw him, was in 2013 that same year I found out, he was also the doctor of my great grandmother "that blew my mind." He was caring for others for many long years rest in heaven/peace for you were great at your job.
March 12, 2018
March 12, 2018
Dr Stakely became my doctor while treating my Mother. I had no health insurance and he treated me anyway. He would give me medication for my diabetes. After my mother pass away. I end up getting a job with insurance I would try to see him as much as possible. The last time I saw him was 2012. I was shocked he had passed away in 2014 I will miss him
March 7, 2018
March 7, 2018
I am sorry to hear of Alfonza Stakley's passing. I have fond memories of a family reunion that to this day brings a smile to my face. May Revelation 21:3,4 soon become a reality and his family can visit with him again.
He and his wife worked hard to pull everyone together and I am grateful they took advantage of the opportunity to connect everyone while it was possible.
February 19, 2017
February 19, 2017
Just wanted to leavde a message we used to always joke around and now I'm getting old and I have no one to come to but in the spirit you told me I didn't need a thing just keep living so I'm going to take your advice and do that miss you I looked over at your beautiful wife and I can see she miss you too and I continue to pray for you and she's getting better I know she misses you but she never miss a sunday at church and praise God for you as I said today but I meant like Doc what can I do about this pain ???
November 6, 2016
November 6, 2016
It still seems like yesterday that my doctor went to be with the Lord. I haven't found a doctor yet with his knowledge or passion of caring for people. I still miss him so much. Absolutely no one like Dr. Stakley!
April 13, 2016
April 13, 2016
He treated his patience with dignity and respect. I remember doing research for him when I was in college. I know he overpaid me at the time but I was so grateful for the opportunity and the pay :-). He made my mother feel comfortable and respected. I will always be great ful for his demeanor, his care, his Faith and his commitment.
February 29, 2016
February 29, 2016
The comfort that this memorial gives is not even measurable ... May Dr. Stakley's entire family take care & continue to walk this journey always celebrating the time & love displayed by him... Cynthia, Sydney, & Steven I've never met you but I so appreciate my daughter and granddaughters having the opportunity... I pray you are all in good health.. You as well Tyrone I only can imagine... May GOD hold each of you & guide you on your path.... I still miss Dr Stakley's mom so much. Thank you Steven for healing is ongoing...yet GOD IS.
February 17, 2016
February 17, 2016
Our family was privledged to have Dr Stakley in our lives as a Dr friend and mentor for over 25 years. You are forever missed and were salt and light; truly one of a kind. You were used of the Lord to sustain my husbands life and we will always be greatful for the years of wise counsel and good health we received due to God using you.  Your family is in our thoughts and prayers and we look forward to seeing you again when we mert again on the other side. The Mel Robison Family
February 17, 2016
February 17, 2016
Two years!! Wow..Still very much missed brother.. Closed the pharmacy and retired last December. Will do all I can to reach out and touch as many lives as I can, in the way YOU touched mine..RIP!!
February 17, 2016
February 17, 2016
It's being 2 years that you left and I still miss you a lot Dr Stakley. Your were always a great person and great example to follow. I am deeply sad ,I remember how things happend but I know now you are in a better place with the Lord. I learn a lot from you Dr Stakley and I still see a lot of your patients and I do my best to take care of them because thats what you teach me is Love others and as part of my job is that care,love etc. And I know if you were a live this is one of the things that you will continue to remind us to care for our patients.you will be always in our mind your were and will always be so special in my life. Thank you for all you did for me and my family.
November 6, 2015
November 6, 2015
As we celebrate the life of a General in medicine and ministry, we are honored to have known Dr. STAKLEY. There just isn't another doctor like him. We truly miss him. Knowing we will meet again is a blessing. To God be the glory!
March 14, 2015
March 14, 2015
"Dr Stakley will truly be missed. He was our family physician and friend for over 20 years. He was not only the best Dr anyone could be blessed enough to have but a Spiritual mentor to our family. God used Dr Stakley to sustain and lengthen my husbands life. Dr Stakley heard from the Spirit of God and told my husband to have an operation which indeed lengthened his life. My dad and husband of 28yrs also joined precious Dr Stakley in Heaven in March and April of 2014. I believe they are all in that great cloud of witnesses with the Lord. All of our love and prayers to Dr Stakleys Family and staff. This world, our lives and now heaven have been enhanced from his life."
February 17, 2015
February 17, 2015
We are celebrating your going home day here at Short Stop. Your efforts in establishing us within the community and the many patients who's lives you changed will never be forgotten! Rest and continue to enjoy the peace you earned...until we meet again.
November 6, 2014
November 6, 2014
To the Family;
I'll always remember Dr. Stakley, his friendlyness, we met years ago maybe 27 or 29, and he always treated me like a friend, I'll never forget the time he and his beautiful wife come to me house, just pick some real fresh collered greens I had in my garden, I try to get him to give me a phyical to see if everything I was doing was right, he would look at me and say, you don't need me, keep doing what your doing and you be allright, he would always shout this out to me. I believe this was his way of let me know he was & has pray for me to have long life, I'm now 83years old, I miss you" every Sun I look over and see you beautiful wife, and I see her strengh, she too misses you" she also know that your in God hands and she too will see you again. much love to your family. Bigmomma
November 5, 2014
November 5, 2014
GOD's perfect love whispers a celebration during this special day and always.....
November 5, 2014
November 5, 2014
Marilyann & I have been deeply enriched by our 50 + year relationship.with Alphonsa. More simply put when met in Washington's Kappa House on R St. NW we became instant brothers and companions for life's journey which was unimaginable at that beginning. Through his material and spiritual generosity Al progressed in his relationship with the Almighty making him welcome and humbled upon reaching his side last year. May all who love Al look forward to joining him in paradise until we are each called to our reward,and may the blessings of being in his company bring the special feelings we each possess help sustain us as he showed by his excellent example. Rejoicing Marilyann & Melvin Williams
November 5, 2014
November 5, 2014
Happy Birthday brother....PEACE be with you! We'll meet again.
October 28, 2014
October 28, 2014
I'm sorry I didn't get a chance to get to know you more and bridge the gaps grandma Mag left behind. I can't wait to hug you, my dad Billy and grandma in the future with tears of joy. Stakley love....
September 6, 2014
September 6, 2014
To My Uncle Al , You will be missed very much, I'm glad we had to time to catch up and just talk like we did when I was a small child growing up, You are truly one of a kind I'm honored to call you my Uncle Al.....I know I will see you again till then rest in peace Uncle.......
August 29, 2014
August 29, 2014
My mom started going to Dr Stakley when I was about 10 years old...He has always been like family all I know is he would check us then we would all get in a circle and pray. The best doctor I know...wow as I type I cant help but smile because I know he is smiling down...May God bless your family through this time...I been there five years ago....I remember going into the office to tell him my mom passed, he was lost for words because his prayer partner was gone..I thank God for a caring Doctor like him he helped so many in the community...God bless your family,
April 13, 2014
April 13, 2014
I did not know that Dr. Stanley had passed, he was my doctor for a while. He was always very kind to me and took time to listen to what I had to say, he was never in a hurry.
April 7, 2014
April 7, 2014
I did not know that Dr. Stakely. passed away he was a god man of Christ. He was my fathers doctor and my doctor. I will pray for his family, he will be missed. God Bless his family.
April 2, 2014
April 2, 2014
A tribute to Dr. Stakley. My Doctor, My Friend, My Mentor, My example of a Godly Man, and one of the angels God assigned to me. It's been well over a month since his passing, and it stills feels as if I got the news yesterday. Words alone can't express how much of a blessing Dr. was to my life, and to the lives of some of my family members. During the 29 years I have known my Doctor/friend he never once gave me a reason not to trust him. Always instilling the word, praying and laying hands, sharing how much he thanked God daily for his gracious wife Cynthia & their family, teaching me by words and living example how to know a Godly man, and being the father figure I needed during one of the most devastating time in my life. I will forever hold his words of wisdom deep in my heart, and I am continuously thankful to God that he allowed Dr. to be apart of my life for 29 years, and I am so happy that before my Doctor/friend left this earth, I had the opportunity over the years to tell him how much my family and I loved and appreciated him. I look forward to seeing him again. Cynthia may you and your family continue to be strengthen daily through God's word, and thank you for sharing Dr. with my family.

Continued Blessing / Love
Stephanie Joseph
March 4, 2014
March 4, 2014
When I learned about the passing of Dr. Stakley, I was in shocked. I have been a patient of his for a very long time. My heart is heavy knowing I'm not going see him again on earth, but is joyful at the same time knowing I will be able to see him again in heaven. To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. May GOD strengthen the Stakley family during this time and know you are all in my prayers.
March 2, 2014
March 2, 2014
It was sad to hear that Dr. Stakley passed. May the family find comfort in the Word and the memories of his great life. We are fellow members of CCC and will remember seeing him on many occasions at church activities. We pray for strength and peace for Mrs. Stakley and the entire family.
March 1, 2014
March 1, 2014
Dr. Stakley will be missed. When I first moved to California, he gave me good Words of Wisdom about California. He also told me to keep my eyes on Jesus and I would be alright. He was my medical doctors for years and he will be missed but the Word of God that he shared will not.
February 28, 2014
February 28, 2014
A legacy was made. May it continue with each and every one Dr. Stakley has touched as you reflect on the memories. I did not have the pleasure of meeting Dr. Stakley but from all that I've heard he was a great man of honor, integrity, and tenderness that was only enlightened by his wisdom. I feel so fortunate to have known his mom, it feels like just touching the hem of his clothing. Mrs. M. Stakley was outstanding lady who shared her life with so many. She, taught Me as you know better, you do better. When we miss someone just knowing we will see them again brings comfort. To Mrs. Stakley, Steven, Sidney, to the entire family may Almighty GOD shine HIS light in your darkest moments.
February 28, 2014
February 28, 2014
Dear Stakley Family,
Thank you for sharing Dr. Stakley with us. He is one of the greatest examples of Christ that we have ever met. My wife Debra and I LOVED our visit's to his office. Most of which were not for medical purposes but because we enjoyed talking to him. He inspired us. He was like the Holy Spirit a comforter, counselor and friend. We miss him already.

We will continue to keep you family in our prayers. "What a wonderful God we have - He is the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the source of every mercy, and the one who so wonderfully comforts and strengthens us in our hardships and trails. 2 Corinthians 1:3-4 (TLB)

With Deepest Sympathy,
Jon and Debra
February 27, 2014
February 27, 2014
Doctor Stakley was not only an excellent physican but an awesome man of God. He always had an encouraging word. He will be MISSED!

Our prayers are with Mrs Cynthia and the rest of his family.

Don and RoseMary Brown
February 27, 2014
February 27, 2014
It was such a blessing to grow up knowing Dr. Stakley and his family. As a member of CCC I often remember Apostle walking the isles asking him, if he was correct when referring to some issues related to medicine. I loved how he could become apart of the service. I also thought it was so powerful for people to know we had doctors in our community. Dr. Stakley and his family were great role models for God and of successful people in the world. He was also such a loving person. He will truly be missed by so many.
February 27, 2014
February 27, 2014
My Heart is very heavy and broken. I have know Dr. Alfonso Stakely for 28 blessed years. He has been like a Father to me, and I will never forget how he helped me not only when I was sick physically, but also going through mental challenges...There was not a day that I did not come in to see him and he would not pray for and with me... He walked me through some very rough times in my Life, and I will be eternally grateful to Him... He was A True Man Of GOD, and YOU Dr. Stakely, will always hold a special place in MY HEART!!! Rest In Paradise Anointed Blessed Man Of God. Until We Meet Again...Love You Always And Forever!!!
February 27, 2014
February 27, 2014
A Gentle Giant, among men. Dr. Stakley, has been my in-laws doctor for many years, and now I've been blessed to know him as a friend as well as a patient. He would know why I was visiting before I walked through the door to say what was hurting. We are fortunate to have had the opportunity to embrace his love and wisdom as a doctor and as a human being. We will truly miss him. Thank you Heavenly Father, for sharing such a great man with us. We sincerely appreciate the Stakley family for the unselfish act of love, we are able to attend his memorial services. Our sincerest condolences for your great loss. May the Good Lord continue to embrace your family with love during this time and always. God Bless You All always.
February 27, 2014
February 27, 2014
I'm deeply sadden to hear of the passing of our beloved doctor. Dr. Stakley was my personal physician for over 18 years. He was a friend I depended on in crisis or when all was going great. He would pray with me after each visit or we would exchange bible verses. Dr was always engaging, impact full and uplifting he was a truly special man in every sense of the word . Gone but never forgotten
February 26, 2014
February 26, 2014
To the Family of Doctor Stakley;

My family and I are so grateful to have had Dr Stakley as our family Doctor, he has been both a Blessing and a Comfort to us, we will miss Him and his Ministry very much. You are in our prayers.
February 26, 2014
February 26, 2014
Uncle Al always showed exceptional character, while never changing his tone! He was truly an AWESOME person with a GREAT spirit!
February 26, 2014
February 26, 2014
For 29 years he was the perfect neighbor. I will miss our "sidewalk chats" during which we attempted to solve the problems of the world. I will be unable to attend the services on Thursday but will be there in spirit. "Rest well, my friend".
February 25, 2014
February 25, 2014
I don't have anymore tears left but it doesn't matter, the tears don't take away the pain, what I do have is the great pleasure of knowing that he and his family know the Word of God, and that he's with our Father, may his soul rest in peace.
Even through I'm not there with you now I feel your strength.
February 25, 2014
February 25, 2014
Dr. Stakley, who I many times with a slip of the tongue called him "Pastor Stakley" has been the Stallings' family doctor for more than 20 years. We will fondly remember how he cared for us and removed the charges, MANY TIMES, unknown by us (we found out later). He used to read our TB tests on our arms during Sunday service some years. When I was diagnosed with Lupus back in 1999, he was a constant encouragement. He gave me the meds I needed and he gave me the Word, as he prayed for me each office visit. He said, Terri you are a walking miracle. I believe that! My family will miss him terribly and we know we'll see him again. Until then, we are holding the entire family in prayer knowing that God is the God of all comfort to those who mourn. Cynthia we love you! He was a life that kept on giving! He served, he worshipped, he gave, he loved. Now he is resting from his labor which was extremely awesome. Now he has the ultimate retirement. WE love you Dr. Stakley - there can be but "ONE". Ministers' John and Terri Stallings and daughter Leilani.
February 25, 2014
February 25, 2014
Our family is so sad to hear about Dr. Stakely's passing. We have known him for over 20 years. He is a loving, caring and cheerful person. Always making jokes with my parents when they come in for there appointment. You always know what to do and say to them that they would always go home with smiles on their face. We will never find another doctor like him. We love you and miss you. You will never be forgotten. Prayer's for Dr. Stakely's family and God be with you all.
February 24, 2014
February 24, 2014
Our hearts are sadden that Dr Stakley is no longer here, But our hearts rejoice that he is now with our lord and savior.
He was my parent's (Gogo and Tua Vaimili) doctor.
It was his way of making them feel comfortable in every visit. His knowledge in medicine was awesome, but what stood out was his customer service, humility, sense of humor and especially his way of making elderly Samoan parents understand more about their health and what needs to be done to stay healthy. He will be dearly missed in the Samoan community...

Our prayer is that comfort will be upon the Stakley family during this difficult time. Also his awesome team and staff in his Carson office, stay strong as his legacy lives on through your work.

'Ia Manuia Lou Malaga Dr.Stakley'
Love Always,
The Vaimili's
February 23, 2014
February 23, 2014
To Mrs. Cynthia Stakley and Family,

I was so sorry to hear that Dr. Stakley had passed away. I am a fellow CCC member and Dr. Stakley’s patient. He was my doctor in the late 1990s and I returned to him in Jan. 2013. He was just as caring and compassionate as always. I could see he was dealing with some health challenge, but Dr. Stakley didn’t allow it to hinder him from caring for his patients. He would not rush you and he listened to you and took notes of what you said. I remember in the 90s, he had asked me why I didn’t come in and have a medical problem taken care of sooner? I was foolish for waiting and replied, “I work in Sun Valley and its hard taking time off from work.” The doctors after him didn’t follow-up on the recommendations of the specialists, so I returned to Dr. Stakley (never should have left). I am very grateful for having known Dr. Stakley as one of his patients. I will miss him.

My prayers go out for you and your family that our Heavenly Father’s love is comforting you in your loss. God truly heals the broken hearted. May He surround you with His lovingkindness and tender mercies. Its good news to know that when we are absent from the body, we are present with the Lord. And death has no victory over us in Christ Jesus.

Keeping you in my prayers
Your sister in Christ,
Lenora Drew
February 23, 2014
February 23, 2014
As a college friend of Al's younger brother Ty, I had an occasion many years ago to meet the family at a family BBQ at Al's mother's house in Detroit. I don't remember much from that gathering but what I do remember speaks volumes. I remember the laughter, the hugs, the food, the fellowship... in short, I remember the love. There is nothing greater in our journey here on this side of glory than love. A state of being embraced wholeheartedly by Al and modeled by him for his family.

Blessings to the Stakley family during this very special time.

Mark Tarrant
February 23, 2014
February 23, 2014
It was a sad thing to hear the news of Dr. Stakley leaving this earth. He was my husbands, Charlie's, doctor for many years. Doc will be truly missed, what a blessing he was to all he came into contact with. Cynthia, we keep you lifted up and the children also. Our Awesome God will continue to Bless and Keep you. Love Diane and Charlie
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So much has changed since you left. I miss our conversations about life and people. But still very appreciative of the friendship we had ‼️
February 17, 2022
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WOW what a different world it seems to be now 8 years later. The pandemic has changed how we live.
BLESSINGS TO THE STAKELY FAMILY.. I hope this message finds you all safe and healthy.
I will always feel blessed because of my relationship with Doc and the comfort and well-being that our partnership has allow me to provide for my family.
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February 17, 2015

I got to know Dr. Stakley, through his wife Cynthia, we became friend at CCC, at which time she was the President of our women fellowship.I met  Dr. Stakley at one of our womens retreat, he like Apostle Price, wanted to always be with his lovely wife, Cynthia.   on different occasions I would  ask him question about difference vitamins, the importance what to take so I could  be healthy he would always tell me I don't know what your during, but what ever it is keep on during it" you don't need me.every time he see me a church,  we would laugh out loud" I did let him know that I like vegetables and that I grew collard greens in my yard, would belive the next day they came over and pick a batch" WOW that was the kind of man he was, down to earth, He was most of my senior friends Medical Dr. He took care a lots of my friends just through prayer, like it was stated he was a prayer worror"he knew who was the healer.He had Wisdom, Knowlege,and a doer of God Words.  Oh yes I miss seeing him, special on Sundays, I always would look across the roll and see them together. and now  Cynthia still sit, but the other sit is not empty, she is surround with family and friends, my condolance go out to you Mrs. Stakley, Our God is awesome" and he'll take you though this, I promise, I'm going to share some of Mrs. Stakley photos of her back in the day" she was one of our greatest Presidents of our CCC womens Fellowship, alone with other presidents . God bless this family

BigMomma  

A Friend, Doctor, Prayer Warrior

March 17, 2014

I met Dr. Stakley many years ago at Crenshaw Christian Center.  I had the awesome opportunity to sit on the Executive Board with him.  My family started going to see Dr. Stakley (affectionately called DOC) and found him to be a warm, caring physician who treated the whole person: spirit, soul and body.  Doc was a family doctor -- and might I add that there aren't many of them left.  He listened to you, prayed for you, and treated your illness.  I know God heals and he uses the hands of man to do it.  Doc allowed God to use him to treat his patients.  He was also an example of Jesus with skin on because he connected with the patients, he showed genuine concern for us, he prayed for us, and he encouraged us.  Then he would prescribe what we needed for the illness.

My husband was seeing Doc because of his heart condition, arthritis, and a battle with gout.  I recall on one visit that Doc encouraged John and let him know that there are many that have worse cases of gout and their limbs are deformed because of it.  He told my husband that he could get through his challenges with his heart and other illnesses by taking his meds, keeping his blood pressure in check and following Doc's simple orders.  John highly respected Doc and I think sometimes just went over to the office  just to get his opinion and prayer.  He always felt lifted when he left Doc's office.

In September 2013 John had a stroke.  I called Dr. StaKley and kept him informed of John's progress.  When he was released from the nursing home, he went to Doc whenever he was not feeling quite right, and Doc was always there for him.   Doc noticed that John was a little depressed, and he gentle and kindly ministered to him  to lift his spirits and get him back on track.

We will truly miss the doctor, friend, encourager, and the prayer warrior that Doc was to us.  We know he is rejoicing in Heaven because he has an opportunity to see Jesus face to face and he has rewards beyond what we can imagine.

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