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Glenda Stone Obituary
Glenda "Joyce" Alexander Stone, 79, of Draper, passed away on Saturday, July 21, 2018. Mrs. Stone was the owner of Sunshine Tours in Dublin, Virginia. She was born in Carroll County to the late Lester Alexander and Leola Easter Alexander. In addition to her parents she was also preceded in death by her husband, Carroll E. Stone.
Survivors include her two sisters, Norma Sue Alderman of Woodlawn, Virginia and Geraldine Wilbanks of Greenville, South Carolina, her beloved cats, Buddy and Missy as well as several nieces and nephews.
A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, August 4, 2018 at Vaughan-Guynn-McGrady Chapel at 11:00 AM. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Saturday from 10:00 until 11:00 AM prior to the service. Burial will follow in Coulson Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Humane Society in Dublin, Virginia. A guestbook is available online by visiting www.vaughanguynnandmcgrady.com. Vaughan-Guynn-McGrady Chapel is serving the family.
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Memories and Condolences
for Glenda Stone
Karen Whaley
August 3, 2018
praying for peace & comfort for the void in many lives from your passing ❤
August 2, 2018
Dear Stone Family,
I am truly sorry for your loss. May the God of all comfort give you peace of mind and heart during this difficult time (Psalm 29:11.)
With sympathy,
Emily
July 30, 2018
Rest in peace Aunt Joyce
Kelly Parnell
July 27, 2018
You have my deepest sympathy. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
July 27, 2018
May you Rest In Peace Aunt Joyce!
Wanda Mullins
July 26, 2018
My deepest condolences Norma & Geraldean for the loss of your sister. To each of her Family I am sending my love. Sweet lady! Loved her big smile.
Lois C. Goad
July 26, 2018
There wasn't a sweeter, better person than Joyce! I can still hear that infectious giggle of hers! What joy she brought to this world! She will definitely be missed! Love and prayers to her family and friends. ❤
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