Bozeman, Montana
Actor, director, and retired MSU instructor, Ben Tone, passed away on April 13, 2016, surrounded by his two children, three of his grandchildren and loving family friends. Ben was born in Prineville, Oregon, on April 18, 1921, to Bernard Leslie Tone and Helen Elizabeth (Summers) Tone. The family...
Read MoreI was in several of Ben's plays and classes in college in the late 60's. I have many fond memories...he was a true gentleman and a wonderful teacher. What a sense of humor. Thank you Ben. Exit stage-left.
Don Aaker
April 21, 2016 | La Quinta, CA
In 1964? as a child sitting in the front row in the Loft Theater, I 'met' Ben through his part in Three Penny Opera. He stood out as an extraordinary actor the likes of which I had never witnessed
before. He was a talent from the 'outside world' who had come to live with us isolated Montanans. He is one of the most vivid characters of my childhood here in Bozeman. Thank you Ben.
Richard Brown
April 19, 2016 | Bozeman
"My deepest condolences to the family during this most difficult time. When someone we love become a memory, become a treasure. Therefore, treasure the special times spent with Ben. Draw strength from the love of family and friends. May God's word and loyal love comfort you and help you through this sad occasion." Psalms 119:50, 76
O.H - Kansas City, Mo.
April 19, 2016
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Pam and Matt Morelli
April 18, 2016 | Livingston, MT
