Milton Ray "Milt" Stanfield
, Kentucky
March 31, 2026
Milton Ray “Milt” Stanfield, 81, of Tollesboro, Ky., passed away on April 1, 2026, surrounded by family. Born May 10, 1944, in Lewis County, Ky., Milt was a man of deep faith in Christ whose life was defined by service, hard work, and a wholehearted love for his family and community.For 22 years, he faithfully served as Pastor of Petersville Church of God, and he ministered in song with The Singing Stanfields. Milt devoted decades to public and local service as a Lewis County magistrate for 21 years and as interim Judge Executive. He was a small-business owner of a landscaping company, a trucking company for 30 years, and a barbershop for 40 years. He found joy raising beef cattle and riding motorcycles. His strong work ethic, servant’s heart, and steady faith touched many lives.He is survived by his devoted wife, Phyllis Stanfield; sons David (Anne) Stanfield, parents of daughters Fayeth…