Edward was born in Nacogdoches, Texas to the parents of Joseph and Anna Laura Stone. Living in the country with eight siblings, Edward began working early in life milking dairy cows to help his family. At the age of 16, he moved to Houston, Texas to expand his work opportunities.
Edwards first job in Houston was working on a bread truck. He then became a tile setter until an opportunity to become a plasterer arose.
On July 9, 1961 he married the love of his life, Rose Marie Dupree. The two said their vows at St. Theresa Catholic Church in Houston, Texas. They made St. Theresa their parish home where they spent their life worshiping the Lord.
For over thirty years, Edward was a dedicated field supervisor at Tobin & Rooney until retiring in 2003. Ed was a faithful member of Plasters & Cement Masons, Local 79 for the entirety of his career. Throughout his career, he believed there was no substitute for hard work and took that attitude into everything he did.
In his golden years, Edward could be found watching NASCAR, barbecuing, refinishing furniture, or taking immaculate care of his garage and yard. In the afternoons you could find him swinging on the porch with Rose Marie and chatting with neighbors. He was a man of few words, had a silent strength and a witty sense of humor. He loved his family deeply and was proud of the legacy he leaves behind.
Edward is preceded in death by his parents, seven older siblings, and mother-in law.
Edward is survived and missed by his devoted wife, Rose Marie Stone; his children Dean Stone and wife Kimberly Stone, Deanna Marquart and husband Michael Marquart, and younger brother Donnie Stone. He was a proud grandfather of three to Casey and his spouse Holly, Courtney and her spouse Josh, and Cody. He was also a great grandfather of four to Haddie, Bryce, Hope and Banks. His family and loved ones will continue to honor his legacy by living their lives to the fullest.
A visitation for Joseph will be held Saturday, January 7, 2023 from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM at Pat H. Foley & Company, 1200 West 34th Street, Houston, TX 77018. A funeral service will occur Saturday, January 7, 2023 at 10:00 AM, 1200 West 34th Street, Houston, TX 77018. A committal service will occur Saturday, January 7, 2023 at 2:00 PM at Forest Park Lawndale Cemetery, 6900 Lawndale Street, Houston, TX 77023.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.pathfoleyfuneraldirectors.com for the Stone family.
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