Leroy “Rocky” Stone
Leroy Rocky Stone
Leroy Rocky Wirick Stone, age 78, of Shelby, died Monday, September 1, 2008 at the Crestwood Care Center in Shelby surrounded by his family.
Rocky was born January 2, 1930 in Morrow County, Ohio and was a resident of Shelby most of his life. He was the adopted son of the late Glenn and Marie (Fry) Stone. Rocky was a 1948 graduate of Shelby High School where he played football. He was in the Navy Reserves. Rocky retired from AMF in Shelby and prior to that he was employed by Shelby Cycle Co and Will’s Texaco. He was a member of the First Christian Church, Shelby American Legion O’Brien Post #326, and had served on the Sharon Township Zoning Board. Rocky was an avid football fan and loved to watch college football.
He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Norma (Lay) Stone, whom he wed on July 15, 1950; 2 daughters, Bonita and Robert Rickett of Mansfield, Shari Stone of Crestline; 2 sons, Rick and Valerie Stone of Shelby and Ron Stone of Willard; 4 grandchildren, Krystal Stone of New York City, Steve Stone of Shelby, Caleb Stone of Columbus, Dustin and Amber Stone of Shelby; 1 great grandson, Blake Stone; his concerned bedside companion and beloved cat, Samantha; 3 sisters, Mabel Kochheiser of Mesa, Arizona, June Klein of Mt. Gilead, Betty Miller of Mansfield; a brother, Dale Wirick of Alabama. He was preceded in death by his parents, a sister, Loleda Ruhl and a brother, Carl Wirick.
There will be no calling hours or funeral services. Memorial expressions may be made to Shelby Football Program and left in care of the Turner Funeral Home, 168 West Main Street, Shelby, Ohio 44875. The family would appreciate on-line condolences at
penwellturner.com
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Family_of: Rocky Stone
Your_Name: Kenny Bonham
Date: 08-09-03
Condolence:
Rocky will be missed by all of his friends at the the old and new Skyway. The laughs that we shared together will never be forgotten.
Rocky was always a pleasure to see and be around. No words, or thoughts can truly express the void in our heart’s left by Rocky’s Passing….
Love you Rocky
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Family_of: Rocky Stone
Your_Name: Todd & Mindy Holmes
Condolence:
I’m so sorry to hear about Rocky.Our prayers will be with you!!!
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Family_of: Leroy “Rocky” Stone
Your_Name: Tim Schoenman
Condolence:
Kenny, Joan, and Rocky are having a reunion and going fishing in Heaven!
So sorry to hear of Rocky’s passing. Our families had so many good times together.
My thoughts are with all the Stones.
Tim Schoenman
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Family_of: rocky stone
Your_Name: Judy(Fagg) Drew
Condolence:
I’m sorry to hear about your loss..I miss you guys ..God Bless
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Family_of: Leroy Stone
Your_Name: Dawn “Sarge” Berkshire, RN
Date: 08-09-03
Condolence:
I truly enjoyed taking care of Leroy at Shelby Hospital. You know, when you care for someone for so many years it really becomes personal. Leroy became part of my family. I knew he cared about me the day he gave me the nickname Sarge (yes I was bossing him around!) I was so proud that day because he only nicknamed just a few of us. Norma, you are such a sweetheart and I know I don’t have to tell you how much Leroy loved you. He talked about you constantly! I will miss you terribly, Leroy!
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Family_of: Rocky Stone
Your_Name: Mary J. Poffenbaugh Ludwick
Date: 08-09-03
Condolence:
I am very sorry to hear about Rocky.
The family was a big part of my life years ago,
and I loved them all. The family holds a very
special place in my heart. I will keep you in
my thoughts and prayers. God Bless
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Family_of: roy stone (dustin and amber and blake)
Your_Name: gary and joyce stansberry (the above grandparents)
Date: 08-09-04
Condolence:
dustin and amber sorry for the lost of your grandpa and for blakes great granpa. also our condolences to the rest of the family. our prayers are with you. love you grandpa and grandma stansberry
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Family_of: Rocky Stone
Your_Name: Dan Schoenman
Date: 08-09-04
Condolence:
To Ding,Rick,Bun,Shari,Ron, and all of your families,
We hardly see each other but I can speak for all of the Schoenman’s in saying that we will miss Rocky. The Stone’s house was our favorite place to go when we were kids. Watching Dad and Rocky tease each other has made us the awful adults that we are today (and we are very proud of that). My favorite compliment is, “You are just like your Dad.” You kids hear the same thing, I’m sure…. He will be missed.
Much love to all of you,
Cousin Dan
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Family_of: Rocky Stone
Your_Name: Stephanie Payne Triplett
Date: 08-09-04
Condolence:
Norma, and family, so sorry to hear about Rocky. He was such a nice guy. Always very friendly and always smiling. It was such a pleasure knowing you guys. May He Rest In Peace!
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Family_of: Leroy Stone
Your_Name: David Leininger&Robert Thompson&family
Date: 08-09-04
Condolence:
My family and I would like to send our condolence’s to the family.Even thou we didn’t have the pleasure of meeting him in person though his daughter Shari we felt like we did.We pray that God will watch and bless each and everyone of you. Sincerely David Leininger,Robert Thompson,and family
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Family_of: Leroy Stone
Your_Name: Bill Kathy Andy Gauge Jacob Frey
Date: 08-09-04
Time: 21:01:02 -0400
Condolence:
To Aunt Dolly,Rick,Bun,Ron,Shar and Families
Uncle Rock will be in our memories and hearts forever.
All of you will be in our will be in our prayers.
LOVE YOU ALL
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Family_of: LeRoy”Rocky”Stone
Your_Name: Ann Imhoff
Condolence:
Norma and family
So sorry to hear of Rocky’s passing but know that now he is at peace. Up there making everybody laugh.
Our prayers are with you
Ann and family
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Family_of: Leroy Stone
Your_Name: Kristen Eikleberry
Date: 08-09-05
Time: 10:42:50 -0400
Condolence:
To the Stone family,
It was my pleasure to get to know your wonderful family while Leroy spent time at Crestwood Care Center. Getting to know a loving and caring family like you all really makes my job wonderful and rewarding. You are all in my thoughts and prayers and please let me know if you need anything at all. God Bless.
Sincerely,
Kristen Eikleberry, Admissions
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Family_of: Grandpa and My Family
Your_Name: Krystal Stone
Date: 08-09-05
Condolence:
Dear Grandpa,
“I want you to know that you took a part of me with you to the other side.” The woman that I am today felt your pain and knows you are at peace but the little girl inside mourns to hear your croopy voice say my name, do your fingernails when I come home to visit, rub your back to help you breathe, and sleep beside you while watching T.V. I am thankful for all of the special memories you gave me especially the one where you spoiled me at the Sky Way by introducing me to crab legs and cracking them before I ate. And of course saving the “piece de resistance” for the very last bite.
It is ironic that they nicknamed you “Rock”. A man who literally worked his ass off unitl his very last breath and passed away on Labor Day. The first of the month! As someone jokingly put it “to make sure to collect the rest of the months social security check.”
Take a step back and look what you created given where you came from. A wife (Saint Norma) and four kids, four grandchildren, and now even a great grandchild. And last but not least we all have YOU to thank for providing us with the 30 acre farm for all of us to have shared our countless special memories on.
If I could take one thing about your personality to be my own it would be your drive and your GUTS.
I hold you in my heart and love you forever Grandpa!
Krystal
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Family_of: Krystal Stone and Stone Family
Your_Name: Arlene Calandria
Date: 08-09-05
Condolence:
“A beautiful Soul is never forgotten.”
May Grandpa Stone’s memories bring you comfort.
May it help you to know that relatives and friends care deeply and are remembering him with caring thoughts.
I’m sorry for your loss,
Arlene Calandria
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Family_of: Rocky Stone
Your_Name: Jane(stentz)Risner
Date: 08-09-08
Condolence:
Bonita, My deepest sympathy for the loss of your Dad. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
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Family_of: Rocky Stone
Your_Name: Kathy & Jon Wiegel
Date: 08-09-14
Condolence:
Dear Grandma & Grandpa Stone,Bun,Bob,Shari,Rick,Val,Krystal, Steve and the whole family:
Grandpa Stone always made people feel like they were part of the family, always cracking jokes and new what to say to you to make you feel comfortable. That is why it only feels natural to call him Grandpa Stone just the same as with his loving, caring wife Grandma Stone even though they were not truly our grandparents. Grandpa Stone will be greatly missed.
Our thoughts and prayers are with his entire family. We love you guys although we are not close by we are with you all in spirit.
Our condolences and much love,
Kathy, Jon, Jes and Hannah Wiegel