On the morning of Sunday, June 8, 2014, Stanley Freeman Stone passed away at the East Kootenay Regional Hospital in Cranbrook at the age of 94 years. Stan was born in Trail, BC on June 12, 1919.
To Stan, his family was first and foremost. He loved his sons very much but his pride and joy was his daughter. His grandchildren were so very important to him. He spent many enjoyable hours on the ski hill with them as skiing was one of this favourite activities. Stan also spent time golfing right up until he was 85. He was a very friendly man and will be missed by all who were privileged to know him.
Stan leaves to mourn his passing his beloved wife of 67 years, Marion and his three children; Ted (Heather), Larry (Lorraine) and Darlene (Clayton) as well as his grandchildren; Paula, Alison (Rob), Kimberley (Kevin), Shaun, Brenden, Shyanne (Tyler) and Becca (Calvin) He also leaves behind three great grandchildren; Braxton, Kaden and Kassidy. Stan was predeceased by two brothers and two sisters.
A Celebration of Stan`s Life will be held at Mark Memorial Funeral Home in Cranbrook on Monday, June 16, 2014 at 2:00 pm with Gordon Murphy officiating. If friends desire, memorial donations may be made in memory of Stan to the Canadian Cancer Society, 19 – 9th Ave. S., Cranbrook, BC V1C 2L9. Condolences may be left for the family at www.markmemorial.com.