Anita L. Stone

Anita L. Stone parents were Orville and Betty Stone. Even as a child, Anita had the ability to lift the spirits of all those around her. Anita was raised with 4 siblings, Leslie, Darren, Linda, and she was preceded in death by her sister, Sheri. Anita graduated from Dennison High School in 1974. She earned her BA in Journalism and English. She also pursued graduate school, earning her Masters in Blind Rehabilitation. Her favorite course was English. Her favorite professor was Dr. Jane Erin. On November 25, 2000 Anita exchanged wedding vows with Dale Honhoinewa at The Flamingo Hotel Gardens of Las Vegas, NV. She and Dale let love bloom that day, and started their journey towards happiness. Anita was blessed with one child, daughter Jessica. Anita's compassionate side prevented her from being a strict disciplinarian, and she could turn just about any situation into a playful, learning experience. She could spend hours entertaining her with fun and creative play. In fact, Anita had a knack for turning her life toward a path full of wonder and delight. Her primary occupation was as a Blind Rehabilitation Specialist. She was employed for 13 years by the Veterans Administration. Anita was a Navy veteran. She was in Guam and the Philippines from 1975 to 1979. Anita was with Military Intelligence during her service in the Vietnam Era. Through her hard work and dedication, she achieved the rank of CTOSN. Anita was a lover of animals and cherished her pets, enjoying them almost as much as she enjoyed being around other people. One of Anita's favorites was Tini, a poodle. They were best friends for 8 years. Her family was rounded out by Penny the poodle. Anita passed away on October 21, 2013 at St Rose Hospital in Henderson, NV of Cardiac Arrest. She is survived by her husband, daughter, mother, sisters and brother. Services were held at Palm Mortuary. Anita will be laid to rest in the Southern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Boulder City, NV. Arrangements under the direction of Palm Boulder Highway Mortuary, Henderson, NV.