Henry Walter Stancil, affectionately known as Walt, age 78 passed away on May 22, 2026 with his loving family by his side. Walt was born February 7, 1948 in Mountain City to the late Carl and Louise Gibson Stancil.

Walt worked as a contractor with Stancil Brothers Custom Homes for many years and was a faithful member of Wolffork Baptist Church. He enjoyed spending his time hunting, fishing, and tending to his garden. Walt was an avid fan of NASCAR and especially loved cheering on Chase Elliott. He also enjoyed following the Atlanta Braves and the Georgia Bulldogs. In his spare time, he loved cooking and sharing meals with family and friends.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by two sisters Lillie Billingsley and Sarah Jane Turpin.

Walt is survived by his wife, Celia Stancil; son, Cale Stancil (Roxie); siblings, James Stancil (Vickie), and Linda Crow (Rhondall); and grandson, Jasper Stancil whom he loved spending as much time as possible with.

A visitation will be held Sunday, May 24, 2026 from 4:00pm until 7:00pm at Beck Funeral Home. A graveside service will take place at 11:00am on Monday, May 25, 2026 in Wolffork Cemetery with Rev. Bill Barker and Rev. Jimmy Greer officiating.

Serving as pallbearers will be Owen Thompson, Carl Stancil, Jake Billingsley, Dustin Nations, Cody Nations, and Hunter Nations. Honorary pallbearers will be Mack Kilby, Keith Billingsley, Steve Hicks, Chase Morgan, Bob Mangrum, and Chuck Billingsley.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to The Gideons International, P.O. Box 140800, Nashville, TN 37214.

Beck Funeral Home, in Clayton, Georgia, is in charge of the arrangements and is honored to serve the family of Henry Walter ”Walt” Stancil. If there are any questions, please call 706-782-9599. An online Memorial Register Book is available at www.beckfuneralhome.com.