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Noah M. Stone

1971 - 2020

Noah M. Stone obituary, 1971-2020, Toledo, OH

Noah Stone Obituary

(News story) Noah M. Stone, president and a 21-year member of Holland Village Council who was the third generation of his family in public service to the village, died Sunday at University of Toledo Medical Center, the former Medical College of Ohio Hospital. He was 48.

Mr. Stone dealt with kidney disease for 28 years and received a kidney in 1993 from his brother, John, and years later from his sister Lori. In 2018, he received a kidney from his son, Noah.

Medication he took to keep his body from rejecting the donor kidneys suppressed his immune system, a concern especially during the pandemic. In August he developed a fungal injection that treatment couldn't tackle.

"We got blindsided. We were being so careful," his wife said. "For somebody who's been in and out of hospitals and had challenges to his health, he had the most positive and loving personality. He was always in good spirits. That's what made him special."

Mr. Stone, a lifelong village resident, was appointed to Holland council in September, 1999, to fill a vacancy. He won election and re-election thereafter, most recently to a four-year term in 2019.

His paternal grandfather, Joseph Stone, was elected mayor in 1959. His maternal grandfather, Donald Manley, served on council during Mayor Stone's tenure. Then his father, Jack Stone, succeeded Mr. Manley and was elected twice to council.

"I've always been fascinated by local government," Mr. Stone told The Blade in 1999. "When it's at its peak and working really well, it's amazing."

His brother, John, said: "He was proud to be able to do that. He cared, and he was honest, and he didn't have an ax to grind."

He also kept his ears open and brought community concerns to council, said Mayor Lee Irons, who taught Mr. Stone in middle school and coached him in high school.

"He was talented. He was good on his feet and explaining things to people," Mr. Irons said. "He was very low key, but at the same time, he was dedicated to what he was doing. He was a likable, dependable kid."

Born Nov. 7, 1971 to Donna and Jack Stone, he was a 1990 graduate of Springfield High School, where he was a kicker on the football team and took part in the Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps.

He attended Ohio State University. He worked for years in marketing at Spring Meadows Extended Care Facility, which his father founded.

Closer to home, "he would coach his kids' soccer games and softball and baseball and basketball," his wife said. "He definitely put being a dad first."

He taught himself the banjo and sat in on occasion with the Cakewalkin' Jass Band and other traditional jazz groups. He was a member of Northern Light Lodge, F&AM.

Surviving are his wife, the former Ericka Fortner, whom he married May 3, 1997; son, Noah; daughter, Kiley Stone; sisters, Roxanne Stone-Warr, Lori Eckel, and Jodey Mac- Queen, and brother, John.

The family will receive guests Friday from 3-7 p.m. at the Maison-Dardenne-Walker Funeral Home, Mau- mee, with a Masonic service at 7 p.m. Funeral services Saturday will be private. The family suggests tributes to the Kidney Foundation of Northwest Ohio or the Springfield High School JROTC Program

This is a news story by Mark Zaborney. Contact him at [email protected] or 419-724-6182.
Published by The Blade on Sep. 11, 2020.

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adam rosenblatt

September 12, 2020

may god be with you

Frank and Karen Sobieralski

September 10, 2020

We are so sorry hear that Noah lost his long fight. He sure was a brave man, never giving up.
I feel very proud to have known him.
Our love and prayers to his family.

Frank and Karen Hartman Sobieralski

Jennie Harris(Seethaler)

September 10, 2020

I remember we would spend many a sumner at your Mom & Dad's house, great times! I remember how cute Noah was as a baby and a toddler; he had the cutest lisp ever. He's now waiting for us in heaven with his banjo :)

Ken and Gail Anderson

September 10, 2020

We are saddened to learn of Noah’s passing. The past month, we have been watching the drill meet tapes of Noah and Rachel in order to have some of them digitalized. We would be happy to share a copy of the DVD if you would want it. What fun we had with Donna and Jack traveling to watch the kids perform. Noah and Rachel were definitely a team And great friends all through high school.
We send our sympathies and prayers to all the family.

Janet Krueger

September 10, 2020

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. May God give you the strength and comfort at this difficult time.
We are so sorry for your loss. With our deepest sympathy.
Janet Krueger & Dawson Schmidt

Alison Turner

September 10, 2020

My prayers and thoughts go out to the Stone family. Noah was a great friend! He was full of life, happiness and positivity. He always made everyone around him smile and laugh! He always made sure everyone was okay before himself. I will miss Noah very much. I pray god watches over Erica, little Noah and Kiley. I love you guys ❤

Judy and Dan Shepherd

September 10, 2020

Lori and family, Dan and I were very sad to hear of Noah's passing. We know he was greatly loved, and that he fought hard. You have our condolences.

Deb

September 10, 2020

My thoughts and prayers are with the Stone family. I had the pleasure of coaching Kiley’s softball team with Noah and got to experience what a genuinely good man he was. Kind, loving, dedicated, generous, positive, motivational, silly, encouraging....I could go on and on. I am so sorry to Noah’s wife and kids for their loss. Noah loved, valued and treasured you all! RIH Noah❤
Deb White

Rick Prentice

September 10, 2020

Noah was a great neighbor. I can't remember a time that he didn't smile and wave to me if he saw me out doing something. He will be missed. His family is STRONG. They've been through a lot. My prayers to you all.

Shawn Ladd

September 9, 2020

My Love and Prayers go out to the entire Stone Family! There are no words right now to comfort you. Just know, Noah made such an impression on everyone that knew him! I pray God brings you comfort and peace during this extremely difficult time!

Rachel (Anderson) Snyder

September 9, 2020

I am truly blessed that I had the privilege of having Noah as a friend. He was always full of happiness and his positivity was contagious. Gone too soon, but will remain in the hearts and memories of all who knew him. Love & prayers to the entire Stone family. ❤❤

Matt Weaver

September 9, 2020

I met and befriended Noah Stone at Ohio State University as we lived in the same dormitory......later on, I taught his son Noah at Penta Career Center. Noah was a terrific, fun loving guy who always had a smile on his face and a funny story......God Bless to the Stone family.....Matt Weaver

Bill Boone

September 9, 2020

Rest In Peace my friend ! I will always remember hanging out at the creek in the weekends !

September 9, 2020

I didn't know Noah but I had heard of his struggles. May God bless you and your family. ~ Susie (Fulton) Sheahan, Springfield HS Class of '69

Dory Geisel

September 9, 2020

Erica, I’m so, so sorry to hear about Noah. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your kids. ❤ -Dory (Ellis) Geisel

Eric Craft

September 9, 2020

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Darlene Heckman

September 9, 2020

To Noah's loving family, As I read this I couldn't help to see what a wonderful Man he was, so much love from him and for him. My heart and prayers for all of you at this very hard time. Lori my freind, I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers for peace and comfort. Thankful you all have these precious memories to cherish of your loving brother. Love you Friend

Stan and Paula Bowers

September 8, 2020

We are so sorry to hear of Noah's passing. He was such a cheerful spirit, everyone who knew him will miss him. Blessings on your family. Stan and Paula Bowers

Sue (Kerr) Kerner

September 8, 2020

Lori, Roxanne, Jodey and John it saddens me deeply with the passing of your brother. My deepest condolences to your family. He was such a kind soul who was very talented, committed to his family and always had a smile on his face whenever I saw him.

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