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MICHAEL E. STONE

MICHAEL STONE Obituary

STONE, MICHAEL E. "Stone" as he was known by all, died on December 17, 2009, surrounded by friends and family, after a brief battle with melanoma cancer at Kaiser Zion. Although he was born by Long Beach, CA, in 1943, he spent his youth in Norco, CA, before his family moved to San Diego in the 60s where he resided for the rest of his life. Known as a tireless worker with an unparallel work ethic, he possessed a great sense of duty to job and employer. Stone, with his family, operated a couple of bars in San Diego in the 60s. Beginning in the 70s, he went to work for Fedco Stores for 20+ years in the Warehouse where he developed many friendships that would be lifelong. Starting in the early 90s, he also helped his son Peter, with his company, Amore Cheesecakes. He helped as delivery driver, guy Friday and as he loved to say, public relations. In the beginning of the decade, he went to work at Lowe's Home Improvement in Mission Valley. He first worked as a greeter (which was one of his favorite jobs of all times) and then moved to the Gardening Department, where he once again developed many new friendships and was loved by all. While work was his life and hobby, he was an avid Elvis and wrestling fan. However, over the years he traveled extensively to Asia, the Pacific and the Caribbean with his longtime love, Ethel, and others. His favorite trip was to Hong Kong in 1989. He is survived by his longtime love Ethel, son Peter, daughter Angie, nephew, two grandchildren, two great-nieces and many other relatives. A service will be held in the New Year. Information can be requested via email to [email protected] or contacting Ethel.

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Published by San Diego Union-Tribune on Dec. 27, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for MICHAEL STONE

17 Entries

Peter & Jodie Schaper

January 25, 2010

Mike Stone

A beautiful life that came to an end,He died as he lived everyones friend, in our hearts a memory will always be kept of the one we love and never will forget... Our hearts and prayers are with you Ethel, Peter and the rest of his family Love pete&Jodie

Linda Hatfield

January 14, 2010

..Will there ever be a work place like Fedco again? Mike was the kind of person that made it enjoyable. I will always remember his helpfullness,his work ethic and of course the charm. After working wih him so long it was always so great to see him over the years. Like Mark and David you are the best of Men. Love to Ethel, Linda Hatfield

Annette Anderson

January 11, 2010

Mike Stone has left the building.
He is truely a gem and he will be missed. I'm sure he was greeted warmly in heaven by his friends, Hameister and Worsham, plus many others too numerous to mention. The man is a legend.

Sandy Miller

January 10, 2010

We were so sad to hear about Mke's illness and death. We only have good memories about Mike. He had a beautiful smile and was always known as such a nice guy and hard worker. He will be missed by many. We still have pictures of him at our wedding. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, Don and Sandy Miller

Terry Worsham

January 8, 2010

Ethel,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. David and Eric remember Michael so well and what a very, very good friend he was. Michael always made Dave feel so good when they were together. There are many wonderful times I will never forget. Most recently, I rembember going to Lowes on occasion and seeing Michael as the "Lowes greeter"!! Dave liked going to Lowes just so he could see his friend. I'm so glad he was able to travel with you and you were able to have "the time of your lives". My god, just think, he and Dave might be dancing and singing with Elvis at this very moment!!

Love to you and your family.....
Terry, David Jr., Heather, Kaylee, Eric and Andrea Worsham

John/Patti Sadler

January 6, 2010

Ethel, I think Michael would like this.

MISS ME-BUT LET ME GO

When I come to the end of the road
and the Sun has set for me
I want no Rites in a gloom filled room
Why cry for a soul set free.

Miss Me a little-But not to long
And not with your head bowed low
Remember the love that we once shared
Miss Me-But let me go.

For this is a jorney that we must
all take, and each must go alone
It's all a part of the Master's Plan
A step on the road to home.

When you are lonely and sick of heart
Go to the friends we all know,and
Bury your sorrows in doing good deeds
Miss Me-But let me go.

We love you and are here if you need us. Love you lots.

Veronica Prado

January 5, 2010

I will alway's remeber you teasing me every day.Telling me I was an otay girl . I miss you alot ! Love Veronica

Rick Sawaya

January 3, 2010

Mike was the kind of guy that could tell off a store manager, help a customer and flirt with the check out girls all at the same time. He had the type of freespirited charm and wild wit that most people just don't have the courage to show. I'll miss my friend and brother wanderer.

Gwen Stone

January 2, 2010

I only have good memories of Mike and the years we were together and as Bob Hope would say thanks for the memories.
with love and blessings Gwen

January 2, 2010

Ethel, and Family:
So sorry to hear about Mike. He was a great guy, always a smile on his face. Remember all the fun at the original Fedco. Those were the days,truly a family who cared about each other and customers. Will miss the smiling face too when we went to Lowe's. Now he and Dave are in charge of the warehouse in Heaven.
Sincerely
Steve and Karen Niemela

denni

January 2, 2010

...i'll be waiting in my rock garden for you mr.stone. i miss you daily

December 31, 2009

To Angie and the rest of Michael's Family,
We're so sorry to hear of your loss. May the memories of times past help you through the days ahead and know that he no longer suffers and is finally resting in peace.
The Leresche Family, Leonardtown, Maryland

December 29, 2009

I'll always remember the good times we had working together at "Quality Copy" & at "Street Scenes" with you , Ethel & Peter ~ You will be missed ! Carol & Chuck ~

marc boone

December 27, 2009

I remember when I was a young boy and I use to visit my great-grandmother's house in chula vista for christmas and holiday's. My Uncle Mike and I would go for a walk around the nieghborhood and pick up all the empty coke cans, beer cans etc., we could find and put them in a bag. Every memorable holiday I had as a child my Uncle Mike was there. Thank You Uncle Mike for the memories, and you WILL BE REMEMBERED!!!
Love your nephew,
Marc & Family

Angela Leresche

December 27, 2009

Will remember the trips to the caribbean. With in hours of landing on an island, he would already know where to find good coffee and doughnuts.
will remember on his days off, he would make me fried bologna with ketsup sandwiches for lunch and then drive me to school.
will miss you pops.
Love Angie

December 27, 2009

Will remember the trips to the caribbean. with in hours of landing on an island he would already know where to find good coffee and doughnuts.
Will remember the fried bologna sandwiches with ketsup
he made me on his days off before he drove me to school.
will miss you pops
Love Angie

Steve Leresche

December 27, 2009

I always loved walking around looking for coffee when we were on an island somewhere. Then he would just talk about stuff going on while we were sitting next to the water. One time when we were on a plane, I was acting like I was going to put my arm around this girl, and he kept looking back at me and laughing like crazy.. Only good memories of him... He was a great friend to have and I'll miss him alot.. Love Steve

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