Paul Leonard Stiles, born on July 20, 1950, passed away peacefully at his home in Clear Brook, Virginia, on August 30, 2025, at the age of 75.
Paul was one of six children, the son of the late Robert Yewell Stiles and Hazel Glover Stiles. He grew up surrounded by the love of his five brothers and one sister, a family bond that shaped the warmth and kindness he carried throughout his life.
Paul dedicated his life to farming. As a dairy farmer at Waverly Farm, he poured his heart into the land, the animals, and especially into showing cows, a passion that brought him joy and distinction throughout his life. Among his many honors, Paul was awarded the Klussendorf Award in 2006, named Master Breeder by the American Jersey Cattle Association, and received the National Dairy Shrine Distinguished Dairy Cattle Breeder Award. These distinctions reflected not only his skill, but also the deep respect he held among his peers.
Those who knew Paul will remember not only his achievements but also his character. Though hard of hearing, he never missed the important things in life, and with his perfect eyesight, he had an uncanny ability to notice every detail — whether in the barn, the fields, or in the lives of the people he loved.
Above all, Paul cherished his family and those closest to him. He is survived by his beloved son Todd Stiles and his wife Jennifer, and his treasured granddaughter Alayna, who brought him endless joy. For the past twenty years, he shared a loving and devoted relationship with Sandy McCauley, whose comfort, joy, and dedication enriched his life immeasurably. He is also survived by his brother Mike Stiles and his wife Patricia, his sister Debra Callison and her husband Jimmy, and several nieces and nephews.
Paul was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Hazel Stiles, and his brothers Kenneth Stiles, Blair Stiles, and Tracy Stiles.
A service to honor Paul’s life will be held on Saturday, October 11, 2025 from 11am to 2pm at Montgomery County Fairgrounds, Barn13, with family and friends invited to gather in remembrance.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Klussendorf Memorial Scholarship or the Global Lyme Alliance, causes that reflect both Paul’s life in dairy farming and his personal journey.
