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2018
Bob Stone Obituary
- - Bob Stone, enduring source of wit, stories, songs, and affection, passed away peacefully Wednesday, August 8, with music in his ears and family by his side. He was 81.
Born on September 25, 1936, and raised in Elaine, Arkansas, Bob graduated from high school in 1954. He then served four years in the Air Force; this eventually brought him to Havre, Montana, where he met and married his darlin', Jackie. As their family grew, Bob pursued his career as an Air Traffic Controller and Flight Service Specialist for the FAA. Ever inquisitive, he later studied Airport Management, earned his B.S. from Metropolitan State College of Denver, and taught for a short time at the FAA Academy. Later years found him playing golf, betting the ponies, adoring his grandkids, and sharing his humor and generous spirit with all.
Bob is survived by his devoted wife of sixty years, Jackie, his children, Steve (Melinda), Brenda (Ken), Kevin (Diane), Wendy, and Trace (Brie), eleven grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his cherished daughter, Barb.
Bob's family will celebrate his life on September 8. For information or to offer condolences, please contact Jackie at [email protected] or 761-7402.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Vonnie Hunnewell
August 31, 2018
What a beautiful obituary. The best of Bobs legacy is left in his children and grandchildren. Jackie, what incredible memories to sustain you. He will always be there with you in your children.
Love always,
Yvonne
August 30, 2018
Our sympathy and best wishes to you, Jackie, and your family. We are glad we knew Bob. fondly, Pat and Lyle Myers
August 30, 2018
It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.
RK
August 25, 2018
Please accept my deepest and heartfelt condolences at this time of your loss. May the God who "binds up the brokenhearted" and "comforts all who mourn" sustain your family during this difficult time. Isaiah 61:1, 2
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