Andrew Leonard Axel Stone

MIDDLETON – It is with an impossible amount of grief and an extremely heavy heart that we share Andrew, (Andy, Stone, Uncle D) has passed at the age of 41 with the worldliness of an adventurist.
Andrew was born to Leonard and Faith Anderson Stone of Middleton, MA on May 13, 1983 (a "Friday the 13th" baby). Andrew loved the number 13 and never took it as an omen but as a unique fact to share with others. He was welcomed by a large loving family and named Godson to his forever champion, his Godmother, June Anderson. Their relationship was one to be cherished as they were each other's hearts. He took on the role of big brother three years and two days later to which he hoped would be a boy but was his younger, most importantly, shorter sister, Rebecca. As a young boy he lived for his family and flourished in his Middleton community, making friends through the Boy Scouts, sports, school, or as simple as giving a smile. He excelled in school and was often called a Renaissance man by his teachers. Andrew cherished his relationships with his friends throughout his life, always ready to play a game of golf, frisbee, or football. Involved in the youth group at church and going to summer camp, as well as being fortunate enough to travel as a young adult, Andrew began spreading his light to those far and near. He was the life of the party, never having any reservations or holding back his personality.
Andrew's grandfather and uncles ignited a love of connecting with others through their business, Andy's & Son's Antiques. At a young age, Andrew was proud to be a runner for the auctions they would hold. This experience along with Andrew's curiosity, intelligence and ease of learning something new led to many job opportunities which allowed him to be called a "Jack of all trades."
Most people are not lucky enough to grow up with a family home, where 17 cousins and many aunts and uncles could be together for Sunday dinners, pick-up basketball games or just to sit and connect. He always looked forward to the many trips to be with his father's Scituate family. Andrew shared his father's ability to socialize and befriend. He enjoyed any event that brought everyone together. Family was everything to Andrew.
Uncle D's most cherished playmates were found in his "niblings," yes, it is a real word for nieces and nephews. Jackson (Jax) was his best playmate, always ready for a game of frisbee, playing catch or going fishing. Ava (Beans) was his fiercest rival, matching his stubbornness, but loving their wrestling matches. Lillian (Little) was "his girl," she lit up at his presence or even the sound of his truck in anticipation of what they would play next.
Andrew was the most empathetic person to anyone he crossed paths with, exhibited by his kindness, loyalty, selflessness, ability to counsel and the helper that he is. If you would like to take a page from Andrew's book, he would ask that you live your life in these ways and make connections with those around you, remembering that we are all equal no matter your stature in life.
Andrew you made an impact on this journey and your beliefs are strong; journey on Andrew. You are SO LOVED.
ARRANGEMENTS: Relatives and friends are invited to attend Andrew's funeral service which will be held graveside at Oakdale Cemetery, Maple St., Middleton on Thursday, December 12th at 1 P.M. Assisting the family with the arrangements is O'Donnell Cremations - Funerals - Celebrations, 167 Maple St., (Rte. 62) DANVERS. In lieu of flowers, donations in Andrew's memory may be made to Sweet Paws Rescue, 310 Main Street, Groveland, MA 01834. To share a memory or offer a condolence, please visit www.odonnellfuneralservice.com.
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