Leon Stone Obituary
He was born in Plattsburgh on June 7, 1934 the son of Albert and Lillian (Agnew) Stone.
Leon was a loving uncle and friend to many. He enjoyed eating out at the local Diners, tinkering and visiting with family and friends with his considerable wit and humor of stating " I tell it like it is".
He retired from SUNY College maintenance department and lived in Treadwell Mills until transitioning to Vilas Home.
He was predeceased by his companion Ruth Durant; brothers Arthur, Arnold, Ralph, Waldon, Calvin, Merritt; sisters Evelyn, Lillian and Leona.
Survivors include several nieces and nephews.
A visitation will be held Tuesday, June 24, 2025 from 9:00am to 9:45am at the R.W. Walker Funeral Home in Plattsburgh, followed by a graveside service at 10:00am at St. Peter's Cemetery in Plattsburgh.
To share a memory or condolence with the family, please visit www.rwwalkerfh.com.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the R.W. Walker Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 69 Court Street, Plattsburgh, NY.
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