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John P. Stone Sr. was born at home on June 10, 1921, in Ashtabula, Ohio. He passed away at his Avondale home on the morning of March 18th. A graduate of Georgetown University, John served in World War II as an infantry unit commander in the Marine Corps, leading the last infantry company formed in the Marines during the war. Engaged in combat in Okinawa, his regiment was to suffer the greatest number of casualties, 75% killed or wounded, of any regiment in Marine Corps history. Awarded the Silver Star for gallantry in action; the Bronze Star for heroism; entitled to wear the Combat "V" Ribbon; recipient of the Purple Heart; and with his unit, awarded the Presidential Unit Citation, along with numerous other medals and campaign ribbons. He was honorably discharged from the service with the rank of Captain. John was featured on NBC's Dateline program "The Greatest Generation Lives On" with Tom Brokaw on June 17, 2001. Mr. Stone founded Carpet Concepts Inc. in 1966. He was one of the original members of the WJXT board of directors; a board member of Child Guidance and Speech Correction Clinic; a board member of the Boys Service Council (Big Brothers), and was designated Big Brother of the year in 1970 for Duval County. He also served several terms as president of Jacksonville Executive Association. For over 10 years he served as moderator for the Great Books Foundation and was cited for 7 years of service by Duval County Public Library. He will be missed by his many tennis friends he made at Boone Park for over 50 years. He was a longstanding member of St Paul's Catholic Church in Riverside.
John was predeceased by his wife of over 60 years, the former Alva Tupper Heintz. Survivors include his 6 children: John P. Stone Jr., Alva Theresa Stone of Tallahassee, William T. Stone(Janan), Frank H. Stone (Eva), Christopher P. Stone (Nita), and Mark A. Stone (Carlisle). He is also survived by 13 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. A funeral mass will be held at St Paul's at a later date. He requested no flowers, any memorials should be made to a charity of your own choice.
Arrangements by HARDAGE-GIDDENS RIVERSIDE MEMORIAL PARK AND FUNERAL HOME, 7242 Normandy Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 904-781-9262.
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Bob Perron
April 26, 2020
John,
Is there any tennis in heaven?
I certainly hope so; I'd like one more chance to see if I could return your left-handed serve.
It was always a pleasure to see you at Boone Park.
Condolences to the entire family.
Bob Perron
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Albert Jr.
April 26, 2020
Your Son, Chris is my Neighbor and flies the American Flag every day, the same as me. I am a Vietnam Combat Veteran having also received the Silver Star and other Medals as My Combat Brother. Unless, one was actually on the Front Line like us Grunts, Got Shot and watched your Comrades die right next to you, it would be difficult for you to understand. Rest in Peace My War Brother who was over Patriotic to America, a Country that we Soldiers Love and would defend at any expense sacrificing Our Life, GOD Knows. Al Hayes, Army Air Cavalry, Vietnam 1969.
James Logue
April 24, 2020
Decorated war veteran, scholar, athlete, family man, successful business founder, promoter and advocate for education, devout Christian, servant of the community. What does it all add up to? An honorable man and a life well-lived. His children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren have every reason to be proud as no doubt they are. Those of my generation who knew Mr. Stone looked up to him. He was a mentor and good counselor to many young people when I was in that category and I'm sure he continued to be such throughout his life.
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