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Birth Date: 06/12/1957
Deceased Date: 01/07/2023
Benson, NC: Mr. Gary David Stone, age 65, of Benson (formerly of Slab Fork, WV), gained his angel wings on January 7, 2023. There will be a Celebration of Life Service announced at a later date.
Mr. Stone was born on June 12, 1957 in Raleigh County, WV to the late Samuel David and Virginia Molinari Stone. Mr. Stone was a carpenter by trade until his retirement. He loved to play his guitar, spin a good story and loved to make people laugh. He loved his son and all of his family. He was a kind and gentle soul.
Surviving includes his son, Josh Young of Four Oaks; granddaughter, Annie Mae Young of Four Oaks; sisters, Rosalyn Shortridge of Dayton, OH and Elaine “Tootie” Workman of Benson; niece, April Stone of Slab Fork, WV; nephews, Chuck Shortridge of McCordsville, IN and Dustin Workman of Benson.
The family appreciates your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Arrangements by Rose and Graham Funeral Home in Benson, NC.