Patricia J. Stone

Patricia J. Stone obituary, Alma, MI

Patricia J. Stone

Patricia Stone Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Lux-Moody-Wolfel Funeral Home - Alma on Nov. 19, 2025.

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Patricia Joan "Pat" Stone, age 93, formerly of Elwell passed away Friday, November 7, 2025, at Bishop Hills Assisted Living in Rockford, Michigan. She was born on March 21, 1932, in Alma, the daughter of Alden and Lula (Jolls) Ryan. Pat was a 1950 graduate of Alma High School and married James B. Stone on February 17, 1951, in Alma.
Pat worked for several years at a local grocery store. She was a faithful member of the Lincoln Road United Methodist Church and served on the Ladies Auxiliary. She was also active with the Beaver Creek Ladies Aide and enjoyed knitting and crocheting.
Pat is survived by daughters Brenda (Bullet) Shaffer, Evelyn (D.J.) Olson; grandchildren Stacy (Scott) Tarrh, Matthew (Misty) Olson; great-grandchildren Mackenzie, Zac, Larrs; and a sister Ellie Clark.
She was preceded in death by her husband James; son Richard Stone; her parents Alden and Lula; and sisters Marilyn Smith and Carol Wertz.
She will be laid to rest with Jim in Chapel Gardens Cemetery.
Pat's final request was, "Rejoice for me!"
Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Lux-Moody-Wolfel Funeral Home, Alma.
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