George A. Stone Jr., age 87, of Adams, Wisconsin died March 10, 2011 at the Villa Pines Living Center in Friendship, Wisconsin. A memorial service will be held at the Central Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery, King, Wisconsin at a later date.
George was born October 11, 1923 in Jefferson, Iowa to George and Stella Stone.
He graduated from Grand Junction High School in Jefferson, Iowa in 1941. George then enlisted in the United States Navy where he served
in the Pacific Theatre during WWII.
He married Elizabeth Sanderson on July 20, 1944 in Philadelphia. This marriage was blessed with four children and they were happily married for 66 years.
George worked hard his entire life and enjoyed spending time with his family and playing golf.
He was preceded in death by his:
Grandson, Jason Stone;
Granddaughter, Alethea Stone;
Brother, Charles Stone &
Parents, George & Stella Stone
Survivors:
Wife: Elizabeth Stone of Adams, Wisconsin
Son: George (Sharon) Stone of Colfax, Wisconsin
Son: Gary (Linda) Stone of Eau Claire, Wisconsin
Daughter: Carol (Donald) Ramstad of Apple Valley, Minnesota
Son: Glenn (Wendy) Stone of Grand Marsh, Wisconsin
Grandson: Jeffery Stone
Granddaughter: Elizabeth (Corey) Gilles
Grandson: Aaron (Cathy) Ramstad
Grandson: Elijah Stone
Granddaughter: Amanda Hladilek
further survived by: several Great-Grandchildren
George will be deeply missed by his family
My dad was the sweetest man. As I look over pictures of our life together and remember all my days with him I miss him more each day. I am planning his memorial and it’s breaking my heart. You were a remarkable man daddy and I will miss you forever. Love Carol
Most notably my grandfather was married for 66 years That is something that will carry a legacy for my grandfather forever. That is a very special marriage to last all those years. My grandfather was a wonderful man that I always looked up to. He made me laugh and watched bugs bunny cartoons with me well into my early adult years. We would talk football, military and golf every time we were together or spoke on the phone. I remember visiting them when they lived in Florida and we all went to Disney World. My wife, Cathy, and I were walking behind my grandparents and I watched my grandfather reach over and grab my grandmothers hand to hold it as they walked. It brought tears to my eyes and I will never forget that vision of true love! Grandpa, I will miss you so much and never forget you as long as I live! I love you and will miss you deeply! My life will not be the same without you in it! Rest in Peace! I promise we will all take care of grandma in your absence <><
Dear Betty,
I am so sorry for your loss. You and George were a part of my past that I remember fondly. I feel very fortunate to have had both of you and your family in my life. With time, I hope that the pain will fade and the wonderful memories of your life together will remain. With sincere sympathy,
Jackie