R. Hammett Stone
R. Hammett Stone
August 31, 1927 ~ August 4, 2013
Services:
A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Friday, August 9, 2013 at 10:00AM in St. Cecilia's Catholic Church, St. Mary's City, MD., with Father Scott Woods officiating. Interment will follow in St. James Catholic Cemetery in Lexington Park, MD.
Visitation:
The family will receive friends on Thursday, August 8, 2013 from 5:00PM to 8:00PM with prayers recited at 7:00PM in St. Cecilia's Catholic Church, St. Mary's City, MD.
Raymond Hammett Stone, 85, of Park Hall, MD, died August 4, 2013 at his residence surrounded by many loving family members. He was born August 31, 1927 in Pearson (now Pax River) MD, and was the son of the late Dorothy Elizabeth Hammett Stone and Ernest Leo Stone, Sr.
He is survived by his wife of 66 years Mary Catherine Hill Stone of Park Hall, MD; children Mary Ann (Paul) Bean of Mechanicsville, MD; Ernest Francis (Kathie) Stone, Teresa Kaye (J. Wayne) Wood, Elizabeth Lynn (Thomas) Klug, all of Park Hall, MD; John W. (Deanna) Stone of Lexington Park, MD; and daughter-in-law, Joyce Ann Stone Bean of St. Mary’s City, MD; 18 grandchildren, Tony, Steve, and Tommy Bean; Paul, Danny, Jason and Shawn Stone; Jimmy and Keith Stone; Chuck, Christy, Kevin, Ricky, Jeanette and Denise Wood; Lynn and Peter Klug; and Johnny Stone; 12 great-grandchildren; Nichole and Michael Bean; Katie, Kevin, Adriana and Angelina Bean; Brandon and Corey Bean; Paul Stone, II, Jason and Amelia Stone, and Archer Ashworth; brother Robert L. Stone (Catherine) of Park Hall, MD, and many loving nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Hammett was preceded in death by his son Raymond Martin Stone; brother Ernest L. Stone, Jr., and sister Martha Pilon.
Hammett and Mary Catherine met in fifth grade at St. Michael’s School in Ridge, MD and both graduated high school in 1945. They married Oct. 12, 1946 at St. Michael’s Church, began their family at Rosecroft farm in St. Mary’s City, and eventually moved to and owned Little Snow Hill Farm in Park Hall. Hammett worked at the family business of E.L. Stone and Sons feed and grain store, farmed and gardened all his life, was ground maintenance foreman at St. Mary’s College for 23 years, had a Master Certificate in horticulture, and was always involved in church and community. He was the former president of St. Cecilia’s parish council, was a church usher and Eucharistic minister, attended daily Mass, was a member of the Knights of Columbus, Serra Club, and Farm Bureau. He was known and loved for his sharp wit and sense of humor; loved animals and raising his own beef and hogs.
The family will receive friends on Thursday, August 8, 2013 from 5:00 – 8:00 P.M. with prayers recited at 7:00 P.M. in St. Cecilia’s Catholic Church, St. Mary’s City, MD. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, August 9, 2013 at 10:00 A.M. with Fr. Scott Woods officiating. Interment will follow in St. James Cemetery. Pallbearers are his grandsons Tony Bean, Paul Stone, Jimmy Stone, Chuck Wood, Peter Klug, and Johnny Stone. Honorary pallbearers are other grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of St. Mary’s, P.O. Box 625, Leonardtown, MD 20650. Arrangements provided by the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, P.A., Leonardtown, MD.
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August 31, 1927 ~ August 4, 2013
Raymond Hammett Stone, 85, of Park Hall, MD, died August 4, 2013 at his residence surrounded by many loving family members. He was born August 31, 1927 in Pearson (now Pax River) MD, and was the son of the late Dorothy Elizabeth Hammett Stone and Ernest Leo Stone, Sr.
He is survived by his wife of 66 years Mary Catherine Hill Stone of Park Hall, MD; children Mary Ann (Paul) Bean of Mechanicsville, MD; Ernest Francis (Kathie) Stone, Teresa Kaye (J. Wayne) Wood, Elizabeth Lynn (Thomas) Klug, all of Park Hall, MD; John W. (Deanna) Stone of Lexington Park, MD; and daughter-in-law, Joyce Ann Stone Bean of St. Mary’s City, MD; 18 grandchildren, Tony, Steve, and Tommy Bean; Paul, Danny, Jason and Shawn Stone; Jimmy and Keith Stone; Chuck, Christy, Kevin, Ricky, Jeanette and Denise Wood; Lynn and Peter Klug; and Johnny Stone; 12 great-grandchildren; Nichole and Michael Bean; Katie, Kevin, Adriana and Angelina Bean; Brandon and Corey Bean; Paul Stone, II, Jason and Amelia Stone, and Archer Ashworth; brother Robert L. Stone (Catherine) of Park Hall, MD, and many loving nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Hammett was preceded in death by his son Raymond Martin Stone; brother Ernest L. Stone, Jr., and sister Martha Pilon.
Hammett and Mary Catherine met in fifth grade at St. Michael’s School in Ridge, MD and both graduated high school in 1945. They married Oct. 12, 1946 at St. Michael’s Church, began their family at Rosecroft farm in St. Mary’s City, and eventually moved to and owned Little Snow Hill Farm in Park Hall. Hammett worked at the family business of E.L. Stone and Sons feed and grain store, farmed and gardened all his life, was ground maintenance foreman at St. Mary’s College for 23 years, had a Master Certificate in horticulture, and was always involved in church and community. He was the former president of St. Cecilia’s parish council, was a church usher and Eucharistic minister, attended daily Mass, was a member of the Knights of Columbus, Serra Club, and Farm Bureau. He was known and loved for his sharp wit and sense of humor; loved animals and raising his own beef and hogs.
The family will receive friends on Thursday, August 8, 2013 from 5:00 – 8:00 P.M. with prayers recited at 7:00 P.M. in St. Cecilia’s Catholic Church, St. Mary’s City, MD. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, August 9, 2013 at 10:00 A.M. with Fr. Scott Woods officiating. Interment will follow in St. James Cemetery. Pallbearers are his grandsons Tony Bean, Paul Stone, Jimmy Stone, Chuck Wood, Peter Klug, and Johnny Stone. Honorary pallbearers are other grandchildren and great-grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of St. Mary’s, P.O. Box 625, Leonardtown, MD 20650. Arrangements provided by the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, P.A., Leonardtown, MD.
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“Truly he was was one of God’s people. We all should take an example from him”
“Our hearts and sympathy go out to Mrs. Stone and family. Mr. Stone was such a kind generous man he made us feel like we have known him all our life. He will be missed”
“We will always remember Mr. Stone’s kindnesses extended to all our family. And we shall especially remember his family in our prayers with his loss.”
“To the Entire Stone Family, you are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Hammett was truly the epitome of a real man; kind, loyal, hard-working, family-focused, there are too many words to list that describe the wonderful person he was. May he Rest in Peace and be re-united with Raymond to continue to watch over you all. “
“My sincere sympathy to all the Stone family. May he rest in peace. Such a good, kind, gentleman. My thoughts and prayers are with each of you……”
“Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Sincerely,”
“You are all in my thoughts and prayers!”
“We are inlaws to Ernie Stone. We are so sorry for your loss and our prayers are with you and your family.”
“Our thoughts and prayers are with all of Hammett’s family. It is an honor to have known this true gentleman and we know how much he will be missed. But it is comforting to know that he and Raymond are having a joyous reunion in heaven. “
“To the Entire Stone Family; Please accept my heartfelt sympathy for your loss. Hammett was the true defination of a gentleman. May God’s grace console you. May your wonderful memories comfort you. May the love of your family and friends, bring you strength. And may Hammett rest in the arms of angels. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Always, Bobbi “
“Mrs. Stone, Mary Ann and Family, Very sorry for your loss. Will keep you in my prayers thru this sad time.”
“”So sorry for the loss of one of the most amazing people I have been fortunate to know. Hammett will never be forgotten.” With love, The Nehf family “
“I am sorry to hear of this great loss to the Stone family and the local community. May Mr. Stone rest in peace, and may the family and all those who loved him in this lifetime find comfort during this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. (Sarah – “Su-Su” (Lepper) Brenzo)”
“Mrs. Stone, Mary Ann and Family. I always enjoyed my conversations with Mr. Stone when he came into the Post Office at Park Hall. God Bless and Keep you all in his loving hands.”
“Dear Mary Catherine and Family. Heaven is in a better place !! Hammett always was a very special person to our family. When you and Hammett came to bring Dad Communion it was always a special day for him. Dad will be so happy to see Hammett again and I am sure they are having a good time together. My sincere condolence from me and the Wood family. He will be missed by everyone who knew him. May he rest in a well deserved peace Sincerely, Jimmy Wood and Family “
“So sorry to hear of Hammett’s passing. He was a fine man and will be missed by many. Keeping you in my prayers for strength to get through the days to come. “
“My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time of your great sorrow”
“Sorry to hear of Hammett’s passing. He always seemed to me to be happy with the path God had set for him, and enjoyed his life.”
“Mary Catherine and Family., I know you don’t remember me as I was a small boy the last I saw you. My parents Dorothy and Gwynn had come to visit on some weekend but I remembered you and your family. That was many, many years ago. My prayers and condolences are with you and your family. “
“So sorry to hear of Hammett’s passing….such a gentle soul…always a smile and kind word….keep his memories close and know that he is watching you from above..I’m sure he’s getting a warm welcome in Heaven…”
“To, the Stone family, may he rest in peace.”
“Did not know Hammett very well but he always recognized me and knew who I was. He seemed like such a sweet and gentle man, I wish I had known him better. Aunt Dorothy and Daddy will be there to greet Hammett and show him the ropes. May he rest in peace,. “
“Mrs.Stone, Mary Ann,very sorry to hear you have lost a great man.Will keep everyone in prayer.”
“Mrs. Stone and family, you are in my prayers and thoughts. Jean”
“Mary Catherine, Mary Ann, and the Entire Stone Family, Rocky and I are thinking of you with love and prayers. Sixty-six years together is such a blessing. May the beautiful memories of those years and the love of family and friends sustain you in the days ahead. God bless you all.”
“The Stone Family, Extending much sympathy during this time of sorrow and praying that God will comfort you and give you strength for tomorrow. “
“Dear Mary Catherine and Family, What a sweet and gentle soul Hammett was. I loved talking to him, always happy, smiling and quick witted. May he rest eternally in heaven. God bless you all. Hugs, karen”
“Mary Catherine and Family,Very sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayers and condolences are with you and your family”
“So sorry to hear of Mr. Stone’s passing, may he rest in the peace of our Lord. My thoughts and prayers to Mary Ann and the entire family. Pam”
“Dear Mrs. Stone and family, So very sorry for your loss. Blessings to all during this time. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. With love, “
“Mary Catherine and her dear and wonderful family. How great it is to celebrate Hammett receiving his well deserved eternal reward. His manners spoke for him, a warm and gracious gentleman. To see him was to make you smile as you knew he was thinking of what he could do for you or someone else. It is so difficult to lose your love, best friend and father of your children – but think of the many memories you have and that will ease the sorrow you now feel. My prayers and thoughts are with each of you. The Taylor family all have different and positive memories of all of you. May God continue to bless you and the family abundantly. XO”
“Mrs Stone, Mary Ann and all of your family. Sincere Sympathy for your loss Love, John, Cindy and Family “
“Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends.”
“To the Stone Family: Our hearts and prayers are with you during this time. I have the fondest memories of Pop Pop Stone and being on the farm. May God’s grace be upon each of you during this difficult time and may you find peace. “
“Mary Catherine and Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Hammett was such a gentle, caring person and he always made time to stop and talk. Our heartfelt sympathy to you and the family.”
“We were very sorry to hear about the passing of Hammett Stone. To Mary Catherine and the rest of family our prayers and thoughts are with you during this time of loss. “
“We are so sorry for your loss you are all in our thoughts and prayers.”
“For Mrs. Stone and your Family Please accept my sympathy for the loss of your helpmate, partner and father and grandfather. I know he meant a lot to his family and friends and will be sorely missed by all of them for a long time. I will keep your family in my thoughts and prayers.”
“Mary Catherine, I was so sorry to hear about Hammett’s passing. I’ll always remember your family’s kindnesses when I was there in the early 70s doing research at the courthouse. Karin”