Wanda Alice Stone April 6, 1911 - November 12, 2012 Wanda Stone, 101, passed away peacefully on Monday in her sleep at home. She was the daughter of Clara and Sam Long of Arvin and was the eldest of six children. In 1933, she married Lindsey Stone and was his loving wife until his passing in 1986. They began their married life in Oklahoma and later moved to Bakersfield. Among other things, Wanda enjoyed fishing with her family, canning with her sister, and gardening and working at the local polling place during elections. There she got to know and visit many of her neighbors. Wanda always cared about the people around her and had a fabulous memory for names and family details. She attended Valley Baptist Church, where she became good friends with those in her Sunday school classes. Wanda has been lovingly taken care of by her son, Jim, for the past several years, allowing her to continue to live in her home. In addition to Lindsey, Wanda was preceded in death by three of her four children, Ernest, Joyce Johnson, and Bob; sister, Lena Tudor; and her three brothers, Olin, Carl, and Russell. She is survived by brother, Ernest Long of San Luis Obispo; her son, Jim of Garden Grove; 16 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; and multiple nieces and nephews. Wanda was considered "sweet and precious" by all who met her. The volunteers and workers at Meals on Wheels and Optimal Hospice Care always enjoyed coming to the house. The family would like to thank those involved with both groups. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, November 20, 2012, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Greenlawn Memorial Chapel, 3700 River Blvd. A chapel service will be held on Wednesday, November 21, 2012, at 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests a donation to either Meals on Wheels at Rasmussen Center or Optimal Hospice Care. For condolences please visit www.greenlawnmortuaryandcemetery.com. Greenlawn Mortuary www.bakersfield.com/obits

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Published by Bakersfield Californian on Nov. 18, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
for Wanda Stone

25 Entries

Don Rodewald

July 15, 2013

Did anyone check the corn crib or with Carol June when they were searching for one of Grandma's bags? She has so many treasures we have yet to find. Everyday is an Easter Egg Hunt at Grandmas!

Dink Arambula

July 13, 2013

I always loved it when ms. Wanda made tha poultice for my feet. She taught jimmy sherrill how to cook with cayenne pepper and to keep it out of her eyes. We been a-searching all over for one of her famous bags but can't find one anywhere. We can't figure out where it disappeared to.

Bonnie Rice

July 8, 2013

Grandma loved Sees Candy, especially when Grandpa Lindsey brought the fudge to her. I wish Grandma and Leakin'Lena could be at Lake Shasta with you Boys having fun just afishin, afussin and afightin. Bye Bye...

Berley Smith

June 16, 2013

Grandma would want to wish all her Grandsons a Happy Father's Day today. Remember all those wonderful weiner roasts she'd host. She always loved Grandpa's "Sausage." Snap ,Crackle and Pop to all you boys!

Punto Pindejo

June 14, 2013

Tamale time is not as much fun. Sure miss you but don't miss Lightnin' flinging those poinsettias at Duane every time he ran low on Beefeater. You lived a great life and touched many people. Crybaby Cannon took your death really hard. But we know you're in a better place.

Hugh Jardawn

June 13, 2013

Can't believe your gone, I was so sad to hear of your passing. All the fun times we had at the Renegade games ringing that cow bell when they would score, my hearing has never been the same. Rest in Peace, you are truly missed.

Dou Che Bagg

May 18, 2013

So sad you are gone. I will never forget teaching you how to make kimchee. You cooked excellent Korean barbecue too.

Ray Pardee

April 2, 2013

Today would have been JL's birthday and it bought back memories of all those fishing trips we took. I remember when you hooked that big'un and JL got the net caught in the prop. I jumped overboard and became a human gaff. I still have a picture of that monster.

Ophelia Buonibelli

March 30, 2013

I remember your grandsons used to love your spaghetti and make faces at Johnny through the window. I don't think he meant to break that window.

Fuchee K. Pesta

March 29, 2013

Can't believe you've been gone since November. It's not the same, making a big pot of beans without you there. I remember when Lindsay and Howard would eat three bowls each and start a-yellin' "fire in the hole." Sure miss you.

Bonnie Rice

December 19, 2012

I will miss hearing Grandma say "It's A Surprise!!!"

Kenji Shibuya

December 18, 2012

Topper was a great dog. He could fetch the salt shakers JL threw at you. I used to laugh and laugh. Thank you for taking me fishing.

Kenji Shibuya

George Cannon

December 15, 2012

So sad to hear about Grandma Wanda's passing. When the mean neighbor kids beat me up and called me "Crybaby," you gave me ginger snaps and milk. When you and Grandpa would pack the fudge and send it to the troops around this time of year, I always admired that and have continued that tradition. Rest in Peace.

December 14, 2012

So sad to hear of Wanda's passing. Her and Lindsay were great neighbors. It was hilarious when we raced up the canyon to see who got to Lake Isabella first. The loser bought the beer and I had to buy plenty of it since Lindsay drove a straight line on that curvy road. And Wanda's house was always clean as a pin. Rest in peace.

Tex and Annabelle Strump

Katrina Costa

December 14, 2012

Without you there would be no Tasos Boys. Mike learned to be really nice once he saw how that cayenne pepper treatment worked and Marty never had to have the switch when he was afishing and we all know how Lindsay would take care of Boo. Those Boys sure loved their Grandma.

Milt Mascaras

December 13, 2012

Via con Dios, Abuela Wanda. You were a special lady and a wonderful wrestling fan

December 13, 2012

Via con Dios, abuela Wanda. You were a special lady and a great wrestling fan.

Uorta Watts

December 13, 2012

I loved living in the back of your home and eating your hominy and other fixings. You made me the stout woman I was! You'll be missed!!!

Nikolai Phopher

December 13, 2012

So sad for the loss of Mrs. Stone. She would always buy pomegranates from me during the summer. It was fun climbing in that big tree and then having to burn the leaves in the front yard.
I will miss you.

Hortence Reed

December 13, 2012

I will truly miss you. We had some real fun times at the Sr. Center. I am chckling now about the Christmas party that finda got out of hand.
Your Friend
Miss Reed

Ray Hicks

December 10, 2012

I always had so much fun with you and Lindsey a fishin on the Kern River. The truth be known you were first designated driver. I will never forget you two.
Always
Fishhead

j tasis

December 9, 2012

You were always so nice to me, letting me sleep over. It was fun going hunting with Jim, although sometimes scary. I remember jumping around on the "Snap, Crackle, Pop" bed.

Johnny

Ed Fine

December 7, 2012

I always loved going to knife shows with you and Lindsay.

George Killinsworth

December 5, 2012

I remember what a great neighbor you and Lindsay were, always helping me. And that grandson used to get the biggest kick out of throwing rocks and knocking me out of my lawn chair when I was sleeping off a bender.

George Killinsworth

L.L

November 18, 2012

I look forward to the time when mourning and sorrow are conditions of the past, God has promised, may he draw close and comfort you at this difficult time and fond memories bring comfort in the days to come.

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