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Luther STONEY Obituary
He was a native of Roosevelt, N.Y., and had been a resident of Yorktown for 24 years. His professional career included working for the York County School Division for the past 14 years. He was a member of the Virginia Education Association.
Preceding him in rest are his father, Abraham Stoney; brothers, Abraham Francis Stoney, Elliot Rufus Stoney and Freddie McGriff; and sister, Carrie Barnes.
Surviving members of his family include his sons, Levar Marcus Stoney and fiancEe Kristina Perry of Richmond, Va., and Marvis Louis Stoney of Phoenix, Ariz.; daughter, Nhandi Renee and her mother, Sonja Renee Stoney of Newport News, Va.; mother, Mary Brown Stoney of Yorktown, Va.; brothers, Anthoney E. Stoney and wife, Gwendolyn of Newport News, Va., Harold Louis Stoney and wife, Linda of Yorktown, Va., and Robert Alexander of Long Island, N.Y.; sister, Idanell Abraham of Savannah, Ga.; longtime partner, Tammy Newby; numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins; and a host of extended family members.
The family will receive friends from 5 to 8:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 6, 2012, at Parklawn-Wood Funeral Home. A service celebrating Marvin's life will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 7, at the funeral home. Interment will be in Parklawn Memorial Park.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 6350 Center Drive, Suite 102, Norfolk, VA 23502.
Friends are encouraged to visit www.parklawn-woodfh.com to share memories and words of condolence with the family.
Arrangements are under the direction of Parklawn-Wood Funeral Home, 2551 N Armistead Ave., Hampton, VA 23666. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Luther STONEY
Lon
December 31, 2012
Love you Marv.
Till we see each other again, rest in peace my brother.
Maria valero
July 4, 2012
Just been thinking of you lately...talking to you and laughing. ..missing you my friend :-(
Lon
July 3, 2012
Miss you and love ya, Marv.
S mims
May 1, 2012
Marvin you will be missed sorely. I will miss the conversations we'd have about my son your nephew, Anthoney. Rest in peace.
sonja stoney
January 19, 2012
I remember the good times and i just laugh to myself and say to myself you made a difference in my life,You taught me alot of things that i will never forget. i'll miss you forever my first love
sonja stoney
January 19, 2012
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998
Craig MIles James.
January 15, 2012
My bro in belief of allah and holy quran may peace and blessings be upon u dear cuzin I will miss u and love u for all eternity, in the here after and may allah b with u sir. Peace Black Son of GOD.
Lon Adams
January 13, 2012
To My Big Brother Marv,
I miss you so much. Love you forever and will miss you always.
To The Family,
I'm here for all of you. Day or night.
Maria Valero
January 9, 2012
We love you Stoney and we are going to miss you!!! You were my Bestfriend!!!
Brenda Heyward
January 8, 2012
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Dorian Bryant
January 7, 2012
To the family of the late Marvin Stoney, my family extends our sincere condolences, thoughts, and prayers. May GOD's love comfort you today and the days to come.
Paul & Angie Zabicki and Family
January 7, 2012
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Howard Pettaway
January 6, 2012
I've been knowing Marvin over 20 years because he was my nephew best friend. I want to thank you for the laughts and good friendship you gave. You will be truly missied. I'm really hurting now because I'm in Kuwait but my heart is there with you, and knowing you I know you understand. Thanks brother, I love you and RIP.
Angelo & Tia Dailey
January 6, 2012
Levar, Marvis, and entire Stoney Family,
The Dailey Family (TABB, VA) express condolence with great heartfelt compassion and sympathy. We will miss Luther's greetings, smile and brief chats. He was blessed with purpose; a loving son, brother, father, and friend. We are thankful to have known him. Even more, we are thankful for the Legacy he leaves his family and friends: two fine sons and cherished daughter. We offer prayer for God's grace, increased faith and peace to rest upon family. Do not hesitate to call, if need.
Ronald Dennis
January 6, 2012
"May God Bless you an your family."
donna porter-gross
January 6, 2012
Anthony, Sorry to hear of your loss. May your memories sustain you and your family during this difficult time.
Brooke McInerney
January 6, 2012
Levar and Marvis
I pray for perserverance and undersanding for you and your family in this difficult time. May you find strength in knowing that the both of you are wonderful men because of your father. Hold tight to the times the two of you shared with him and find comfort in knowing that in time, you will be reunited in faith.
Kam Steele
January 6, 2012
Marvin , my brother, God be with you in your new journey, and family and friend left here to mourn. I will not say goodbye because we all will see you again. Until then I will smile because of all of the good times we had growing up in Roosevelt, Southside, and because I know you are in a better place. God Bless.
Jerome Harris
January 6, 2012
To The Stoney Family: My thoughts and prayers goes out to you during the loss of your loved one. I hope that God will be able to mend your hearts in due time. John 14 is my favorite: Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in me. In my Father's house are many mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you. And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again, and receive you unto myself; that where I am, there ye may be also.
Maria Valero
January 6, 2012
Your friendship was true to me, never met a man who had a loving heart!! You cared about me and my kids, you were always there when I needed your advice & made me laugh. Im really going to miss you Stoney!!!
Pat Black
January 5, 2012
Thoughts and prayers are with the family. May the memories of him be a comfort to you.
January 5, 2012
Mr. Stoney was always a big cheerleader for us when we, the YHS baseball team, would play a home game. He always had a smile for us and would joke with us when we would need to have him unlock the locker room doors to get our equipment or baseball bags. May his family find peace at this difficult time and may dear Mr. Stoney rest in peace. God Bless!
Ruth Walker
January 5, 2012
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Ester Brown
January 5, 2012
A blessings to the Stoney family at the lost of their father, brother,son, uncle and my friend and co- worker.. Heartfelt sympathy and with love...may God's hand of mercy be with you. Keeping you in his comfort & perfect peace. Rest in peace Stoney. We all going miss you and your smile.
Ester Brown & Tyneshia
( Gloucester, Va)
Ray Lane
January 5, 2012
Im going to miss you Stoney. May your soul rest in peace
zennie parrott
January 5, 2012
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
January 5, 2012
Levar et al.
We are deeply sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you Levar and your entire family.
We plan to attend services this weekend. Please contact us should you need anything.
The Daileys
January 5, 2012
SENDING OUR SINCERE CONDOLENCES FROM YOUR FRIENDS AND FAMILY HERE IN NEW YORK TO MARVIN'S FAMILY IN VIRGINIA
I HAVE NOT SEEN MARVIN IN YEARS BUT WENT TO HIGH SCHOOL WITH HIM.ALWAYS WAS A GOOD FRIEND TO ME
KEEPING THE FAMILY IN PRAYER
DEBBIE KING ,TAMIKO ALSTON AND FAMILY
Larry Harris
January 5, 2012
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. As we go on, here on earth without him, we will cherish those memories until we meet again."rest in peace my buddy".
Ray Green
January 5, 2012
To the Stoney Family my God comfort you at this time. My thoughts and prayers to all. God Bless
January 5, 2012
Anthony & family, We pray that your moment of sorrow will not overshadow a lifetime of memories the family shares.
Be uplifted knowing that this is a homecoming and not a goodbye...
Edd, Margo, Jah'ana, Jau'ron and Ja'mar Hayes
Erika Dammons
January 5, 2012
My buddy I love you, MY heart goes out to the family, you mean so much to us at yorkcounty school especially that walk and that smile and calling me bighead you will be miss.God bless
January 5, 2012
Luther will be missed by so many York County employees, I have enjoyed the last 9 yrs. working with him. He was so proud of his family. May god be with the Stoney family in your time of need.
Ric Wolfe (Grafton, Va.)
Anita Hobbs-Johnson
January 5, 2012
May you find comfort in knowing Stoney will be missed by all. Each day as we were leaving work he would walk through . Such a smile on his face with a friendly hello. His presence is already missing from our school. Keep the faith.
Sadie Jenkins
January 5, 2012
My thoughts and prayers go out for the entire family of Mr. Stoneys! May God bless you all at this time!
January 4, 2012
Our prayers go out to the entire Stoney family at this difficult time. May God provide some peace for your heart.
Dave and Sharon Hunt(Hampton, VA)
cecilia hines
January 4, 2012
god bless the family of luther marvin stoney, my prayers and thoughts are with you at this time of grievences, stay strong in the lord and take care of each other, stoney was a sweet person to all who knew him, let it be known that he is now in the hands of the lord, he is being taking care of, but know that he will forever be in your hearts, again god bless the family and stay encouraged.
Cheryl & Ashley Holcomb
January 4, 2012
My daughter, Ashley, and I are so sorry to hear about Mr. Stoney. I work at York High and Ashley graduated from there as well. We both remember the wonderful smile Stoney had as he walked down the Falcon hallways. I know when I needed something done he was more than glad to help you out but most of all he would talk to you whenever he saw you. Please find comfort with family and friends. We will keep your family in our prayers. God Bless.
Susie Warner
January 4, 2012
Dear Levar,
You and your entire family are in my thoughts and prayers. May your faith guide you through this difficult time.
January 4, 2012
I worked with your father for many years at York High School. He was always such a gentleman to me. I will miss his smile. We spoke with pride of our children, both of whom attended JMU. I will miss him. I am very sorry for the family. Gail Massey
Gina Nettles
January 4, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Whitney Kent
January 4, 2012
While I didn't know Mr. Stoney personally, I have had the privillage of knowing Marvis for the past 10+ years. My thoughts and prayers are with your during this difficult time. Marvis, I am so sorry for your loss. Your dad rasied a wonderful man, keep your head held high. We're all here for you.
Jason & Melissa Earnhardt
January 3, 2012
Marvis, we are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this hard time. We love you.
Charlene Christopher
January 3, 2012
Levar,
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. May you find comfort in family and friends and the grace of God.
Deloris Thomas
January 3, 2012
Levar and family, we are so sorry to hear about your lost. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Steve & Victoria Cochran
January 3, 2012
Levar and family - we were so sorry to learn of the loss of your Dad. May the memories of the joyful times you had together and the passage of time help to ease your sorrow.
Nicole Gordon
January 3, 2012
As the days and weeks past and you return to life's routines may your memories bring you hours of joy, comfort and love
Lovely Lall
January 3, 2012
Levar, We are very sorry to hear the loss of your father.
Your father must be an incredible person himself as he did a great job raising an amazing son.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
God bless!
JoAnne Norton
January 3, 2012
You do not know me very well, Levar. I live in Reston. I am sorry for the loss of your Dad.
JoAnne Norton
Ray and Ro Pelletier
January 3, 2012
Mr. Stoney, we never met you but we do know Levar. You raised an incredible man. Travel in peace and rest well. Levar, please, let us know if there is anything at all we can do for you. We are so sorry, so very sorry for your loss.
Hugs
Ro and Ray
Donald Swinton
January 3, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Gabriele Zimmermann
January 3, 2012
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
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