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John STONE Obituary
31.01.1929 - 17.07.2025
Dearly loved and loving husband for 69 years to Nancy.
Devoted father to, and greatly loved by, Philippa,
John, Hugh, Andrew and Richard.
Loving grandfather to, and loved by, Richard, Francesca, Hugh, Matthew and Alys; Natalie and Geoff; Kate, Beth, Amy, Sarah and John; Arwyn, Annika, Aidan and Ethan; and Christiana and Andrew.
Loving great-grandfather to Maxine and John.
MAY HIS DEAR SOUL REST IN PEACE.
All who knew him are invited to join us in celebration of his life at 10.00am on July 30, 2025 at
St John's Anglican Church, Ashfield.
Refreshments to follow at St John's Church Function Centre.
No flowers by request, but donations in lieu should be directed to The Salvation Army.
Memories and Condolences
for John STONE
7 Entries
Geoffrey Blainey
Earlier today
John Stone: 'A powerful mind, a great Australian.'
With affection from Geoffrey and Ann Blainey
Greg Taylor
July 28, 2025
I was extremely fortunate to have JOS as my first boss in Canberra. His leadership then, and subsequently, was simply inspirational. Among his many other attributes, I will always remember his loyalty - to his principles, and to his country. At a personal level, along with Nancy, John was a decent, kind person.
John Cosgrove
July 24, 2025
I was a Treasury colleague and friend of John Stone for more than 60 years. His intelligence, capacity for work and guidance to younger people were admirable qualities. He did not resile from providing sound advice to Ministers for many years. His example helped me in many ways. I extend my sincere condolences to John's splendid family.
Kok Bin Lee
July 23, 2025
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Burchell Wilson
July 23, 2025
A legend of Australian public life, and a personal role model for me as a young economist in my 20s.
His intellect, integrity, and fearless defence of principle set a standard few could match. We will not see his like again.
Robert Carling
July 22, 2025
My sincere condolences to the Stone family. As a Treasury novice, I first met John some 50 years ago. He had a huge and positive infuence on my career. I will remember him above all for his loyalty, leadership, intellect and for having the courage of his convictions.
Antony Carr
July 21, 2025
John Stone contributed so much to Australia. I am just one of many who will miss him. He was a devoted family man, a passionate man and a true patriot.
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