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Stone, Melvin Edward

July 13, 1938 –
 January 7, 2020

Obituary

Melvin E. “Pete” Stone, 81, died in Dallas, TX on January 7th, 2020. Born July 13, 1938, in Boyle, MS. Pete lived in Dallas for 40 years where he worked most of his career in the electronics industry before retiring and joining the US Postal Service. He is preceded in death by our beloved son, Randy. He is survived by his wife, Connie, of 46 years, his children Sandy Jones and her Husband Gordon from CA, Candy Stone and her partner Karrie Hafeman from MD, Christopher Stone and his wife Anne from Dallas, Natalie McHugh and her husband Chris from Dallas, as well as his grandchildren Alex, Casey, Whitney, Harper, Emma, James Paul, and Jennifer. He is also survived by his great-granddaughter, Cooper. Sister-in-law, Christine Piekenbrock, Brother-in-law, Fred Roche and wife Nancy. And, a host of nieces and nephews. A viewing/visitation will be held at Prince of Peace Catholic Church at 11am on Monday, January 13th, with a service to follow at noon. We will be going in a Funeral Procession to Ridgeview West Memorial Park, 7800 Sanctuary Drive, Frisco, TX 75033 in the Garden of Peace to Pete’s final resting place. Prince of Peace Catholic Church 5100 W Plano Pkwy, Plano, TX 75093 Please leave the family condolences and share memories on this website.  

Arrangements under the direction of:

Aria Cremation Service and Funeral Home

19310 Preston Road

Dallas, Texas 75252

(214) 306-6700

    Marina Akers-Epps
    8 Jan 2020
    1:41pm

    So sorry for your loss. Sending my condolences to you and your family. I’m just glad you were able to visit with him during the holidays. May GOD grant you traveling mercies!!

    Curtis E. Reid
    8 Jan 2020
    1:43pm

    My deepest condolences to Candace and the families.

    Nancy Roche
    11 Jan 2020
    4:48pm

    We will miss you Petie. But we have so many wonderful and special memories of times spent with you over the years. You will have a special place in our hearts forever. Love,Fred and Nancy Roche

    Dennis Bourque
    12 Jan 2020
    12:05am

    Pete was a good man

    cynthia toth
    12 Jan 2020
    11:16pm

    A gem of a human being. Loved to pull pranks on one another. Like the time he was lolligagging in the morning, and i had the sales guys turn his desk around. He walked in, cig in mouth, went behind his desk. Paused, looked like what the hell, then yelled “cinderella” . Hysterical. Or he time he and bob bet i wouldn’t pour a picher of beer on gil goodrich’s head. New years was a hoot at his house too. Pee was a very positive and kind man. I am honored to have known him.
    Cinderella

    Rick & Bronwyn Rack
    13 Jan 2020
    9:47am

    We loved our Petey! Such wonderful memories with you both. Never again have I had such great neighbors. Lost Sister to breast cancer 2017, I’m sure they are smiling down on us. Our thoughts & prayers are with you & your family. I’ll call when things settle down a little. Love you Sistah. R & B

    Judy & Bill Stewart
    13 Jan 2020
    12:09pm

    Our deepest sympathy to you! So sorry for your loss. Always enjoyed being around Pete-what a great sense of humor! Love to all of you, Judy & Bill

    Nancy Valone
    14 Jan 2020
    1:07pm

    Dear Connie and family. I am sorry to hear of Pete’s passing. It’s been many years, but always remember him. Take care,
    Nancy

    Bob Valone
    15 Jan 2020
    7:07am

    My condolences Connie

    DOLORES PERRY
    16 Jan 2020
    12:11pm

    So sorry for your loss. Loved Pete and he will be missed..My thoughts and prayers are with the family..

    Bob Valone
    7 Feb 2020
    4:03pm

    Hi Conie
    My sincere condolence to a great friend my apologies for what happened in the past
    God Bless
    Bob

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