The Mary Stanford Memorial Service has been held every year since the disaster, with the exception of the years during World War 2. Families, friends and strangers come to pay their respects to the 17 brave men of Rye Harbour, who gave their lives, whilst attempting to rescue others.

On the 75th Anniversary of the disaster, Rye Harbour Lifeboat station held a private service of remembrance for the surviving siblings of the ill-fated crew of the Mary Stanford at the Mary Stanford Lifeboat House. Rose petals were scattered from Rye Harbour, Dungeness and Hastings Lifeboats, whilst the Late Canon Basil O’Farrell led prayers for the relatives gathered at the boathouse.