John Edward Stone, 92, of Louisville passed away on February 12, 2023. He was born on February 23, 1930 to the late James and Virginia Stone. He is preceded in death by his wife of 58 years Bette Stone, brother Marvin Stone, and Myrtle Bea Cravens. Left to cherish his memory are his four Daughters; Joyce Stone, Denise Pero, Theresa Stone, and Kelly Coomes (Larry), Sister Beverly Hayes, Grandchildren; Nichole Mertes, Derek Pero (Steff), Abby Coomes, Thomas Coomes, as well as four Great-Granchildren; Griffin Mertes, Brodie, Jonathan, and Avi.
John worked for and retired from Armour Meat Packing after more than 35 years of service. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. If he wasn’t in the woods or on the water he could be found wheelin’ and dealin’ in flea markets and yard sales. He was a loving husband and father and self-proclaimed “Nicest son of a buck you ever met!”
A funeral service will be held on Saturday February 18, 2023 at 11am in the chapel of Arch L. Heady-Cralle Funeral Home 2428 Frankfort Ave. Louisville, KY 40206. Visitation will be Friday February 17, 2023 from 4pm-8pm. Memorial contributions can be made in John’s name to the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.archlheadycralle.com for the Stone family.