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Bill Stone Obituary
January 18, 1950 -
February 12, 2025
Bill Stone, 75, went to be with the Lord Wednesday, February 12, 2025 with his loving family by his side.
Bill was born January 18, 1950, in Gate City, VA to the late Joe Stone and Jean Carter Rhoton
Bill was a proud father and grandfather. With his booming personality and contagious smile, he was a force in any room. Bill loved to make people laugh, was always the first to help anyone with anything and was a good and close friend to many. Along with dear family and friends, Bill's loves included golf, his work and his colleagues.
Bill had a long and successful career at ITT and then started a long and successful career and his own business as an insurance appraiser. Bill was very well liked and respected in the insurance claims industry.
Bill was a proud Christian who expressed his faith often. Bill's deep faith truly blessed him with a "peace that surpasses all understanding" - Philippians 4:7. He attended Christ Fellowship for several years, proudly working the coffee bar and talking to everyone that stopped by! It was once said by one of the church staff that members stopped for coffee just so they could say Hi to Bill! Bill had just recently started attending Grace Point Fellowship, Kingsport which he absolutely loved and intended to join.
Bill joins loved ones who have passed before him, including his parents, his step-father Orville Rhoton and his sister, Ella Sue Cook.
Left to cherish Bill's memory are his wife, Donna Stone, daughter Amber Carter (Matthew);
daughter Mia Patrick (Franklin); step-son Brandon Carroll (Rachael); grandchildren, Sydney Carter, Tyler Carroll and Grace McConnell (Logan) and Huxton McConnell; sister, Gail Roller (Earl); brother-in-law, George Cook; half-brothers, Ed Stone, Phillip Stone and Charlie Stone; nephews Brent Jennings (Melissa), (daughter, Haley) and Ryan Roller (son, Ryker) along with many aunts, uncles and cousins and a multitude of close friends.
A Graveside Service will be conducted Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 1:00 pm at Oak Hill Memorial Park. Pastor Paul Warrick will officiate. Those wishing to attend are asked to meet at the cemetery by 12:45 pm.
The family extends their sincere gratitude to the staff of The Regional Cancer Center of Kingsport, Dr. Rini of Vanderbilt University Medical Center, and to the caring, compassionate staff of both Palliative Care of Kingsport and the staff of Gentiva Hospice.
"Golf is the closest game to the game we call life. You get bad breaks from good shots; you get good breaks from bad shots - but you have to play the ball where it lies. " - Bobby Jones
Bill Stone and his family are in the care of Tri City Cremations.
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Dana Warner
February 8, 2026
Bill was a precious, friendly, and great neighbor. My heart goes out to Donna at this anniversary of a very dark time in her life. Loved Bill, and love you so much , Donna.
Ella Scissom
February 20, 2025
PRAYERS for the entire family. Thinking of you Donna during this difficult time. Love you.
Dana Warner
February 20, 2025
Bill was a precious friend and neighbor, and he will be missed by many friends and family. Donna, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We are all sad with you.
Micki Foster
February 19, 2025
Bill was a very special man. Always something good to say. He has been in our family for many years. His face, his smiles, his kindness & his love will be missed. Such a Godly man always praising our Savior & thanking him for all. It´s not goodbye Bill. It´s we´ll see you later. May our Lord and Savior hold Donna , his children and his grandchildren. May God grant you peace and comfort & hold you tight.
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Gail Dingus
February 16, 2025
Gail....I am so sad for you. I have known you and Bill for many many years.
I know how much you adored Bill...as all his friends did.
Please accept my heartfelt condolences.
You have my number call when you can
I loved Bill and I love you
Rick Whetsel (Hoser)
February 16, 2025
Deepest sympathy to you Donna and family. I will never forget that man, true to the words you wrote. Im so sorry for not seeing him one more time. See you again on that perfect course one day.
Linda Feuchtenberger, Randi and Heather
February 16, 2025
My deepest thoughts and prayers are with Donna, Gail, Amber, and Mia, and all of the family. Bill was one of a kind and touched the lives of so very many.. I'm blessed to have known him. Rest in peace our precious Bill..
Gene Grindstaff
February 16, 2025
Dear Donna,
I just learned of your husband's passing today after a text from Maureen. I know this has been a very stressful several months for you & the family. But God is in control & your husband isn't suffering any longer & God has a new angel in heaven. May he comfort & bless you in your time of loss. Prayers for you and all of the family.
Gene
Cathy DeVault
February 15, 2025
So sorry for this loss. Bill was a wonderful man and a great friend,always. He will be sadly missed by many.
Dana Warner
February 15, 2025
Bill will surely be missed by many. He and Donna were great friends and neighbors that we all love, and we are so saddened by his passing. Many prayers are going up for you and your family, Donna. We love you, and are here for you anytime.
Carolyn smith Guinn
February 15, 2025
Donna and family so sorry for your loss praying for you.
Eric Osborne
February 15, 2025
I know I join a very long list of people in fond remembrance of Bill. Having the joy of knowing Bill for many decades, there are simply too many events and memories of Bill to attempt to share here - as such, it must suffice to say that Bill's generosity, humor, optimism, and friendship was without equal. His legacy will live with all of us, unfading and cherished forever. To my dear friend (and infamous "Bush-Wacker") I say farewell with heavy heart. To his family and extensive array of friends, I offer utmost condolences.
Regina Kirk
February 15, 2025
Donna, I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers go out to you and your family.
Taunja Bogart
February 15, 2025
I was so saddened to hear that Bill had passed. He was a wonderful person and will be missed by many. Praying for Bill's family.
Ron Morehead
February 15, 2025
I only knew Bill for 5 years, but he and Donna were the best neighbors anyone could wish for. He always had a smile on his face and wanted to help me when when I needed it. Please accept my condolences.
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