STAMFORD - Stanley J. Weredyk, Jr. 75, of Saugerties, formerly of Stamford, NY, passed away on Sunday, Aug. 21, 2022, at Vassar Brother Medical Center in Poughkeepsie.

Born on June 2, 1947, in Philadelphia, PA, the son of the late Stanley J. and Elizabeth (Fedyk) Weredyk, Sr.

Mr. Weredyk was a 20-year veteran of the City of Philadelphia Police Department, serving as both a patrolman and detective until his retirement in 1986. Following his retirement, he and his wife Catherine purchased Nickerson's Campground in Gilboa and were the operators until their retirement in 2005, when they then moved to Stamford. In 2017 the couple then moved to Saugerties to be close to their family.

From a young age, Stanley had a passion for billiards, and later he enjoyed golfing with his wife and many friends. He enjoyed watching sports and cheering on his hometown Philadelphia Phillies and Eagles, a passion he shared with his grandson. His greatest joy was his family, he was a devoted husband, loving father, and proud grandfather.

Besides his parents, Stanley was predeceased by his sister: Frances Page.

He is survived by his wife, Catherine (Stock) Weredyk of Saugerties; children, Eric Weredyk of PA, Susan Hasson of PA, Loretta Weredyk of PA, and Beth (Joe) Maloney of Saugerties, NY; seven grandchildren, Lindsey, Catherine, Brayden, Joseph, Luke, Rae, and Gwen; brother, Stephen (Sue) Weredyk of Valley Cottage, NY; brother-in-law, Kevin (Pam) Stock of Gilboa; along with several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Calling hours will be held on Friday, Aug. 26, 2022, from 4 to 7 p.m. at MacArthur Funeral Home, 15 Buntline Dr., Stamford. A Mass will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 27 at Sacred Heart Church, Stamford with the Rev. Michael Cambi, celebrant. Burial will follow in Sacred Heart Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers contributions to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society www.nationalmssociety.org

Please visit www.macarthurfh.com to share condolence with Stanley's family.