Linda K Stone

August 26, 1943 ~ April 22, 2019
Linda (Jarrard) Stone, 75, of Bradford, Illinois passed away 1:57 am Monday, April 22, 2019 at Heartland Healthcare Center in Henry.
Born August 26, 1943 to Raymond and Orli (Vincent) Jarrard of Chillicothe. She married Donald R. Stone on December 31, 1987 and he survives in Bradford. Also surviving is one daughter, Laura (Frank) Todaro of NH; one son, Todd Anderson of IN; 2 step-daughters: Marilyn (Tom) Wilson of Bradford, and Beth (Brent) Skinner of MO; one step-son, Robert (Francie) Stone of MO; 4 grandchildren: Mark Wilson, Adam (Linda Emmons) Wilson, Cameron (Presley) Skinner, and Mary (Rob) Wood; and 4 great-grandchildren: Charlie, Nyia, Marcus, and Devon. She will also be missed by her many cousins, nieces, nephews, and extended family.
She was preceded in death by 2 sisters: Alice (Jack) McCabe and Ruth (Larry Tangerman) Kearney; one daughter, Dina Anderson-Macumber, and a step-son, Terry Stone.
A graduate of IVC High School, Linda held several jobs over the years, including Stoney’s Diesel Repair, Stone Stables, and most recently running Linda’s Lunch Box at Galva-Spivey Auction House.
Linda loved Christmas and decorating for the holiday. She also enjoyed baking and could often be found at family gatherings. She always had a pot of coffee ready for anyone stopping by for a visit and if they were lucky, a piece of pie. Her warm friendly smile will be missed by many.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, April 27, 2019 at 11:00am at the Grant-Johnson Funeral Home, Bradford, with Pastor Jan Ringenberg officiating. A visitation will be held from 9-11am Saturday, April 27, 2019 prior to the service. Inurnment will be in Bradford Cemetery, Bradford, Illinois. Memorials may be directed to the American Cancer Society. Online condolences may be sent to www.grant-johnsonfh.com.
4/22/2019
Dear Stone Family,
. The purpose for this condolence is to share some encouragement. Having lost 2 children in their twenties my father when I was 4 and he was 35.Nothing can prepare us for the death of a child, parent or spouse The pain of death cannot be eluded and, its finality can be devastating. Relatives and friends can bring us comfort I turned to the bible for the much needed comfort. The bible says here is Going to be a resurrection Acts 24:15. When you are ready, perhaps I can assist you in finding additional finding encouragement. God’s Word and time will bring you encouragement and strength to deal with the grief. This pain you might think will never end .
Please accept my heartfelt condolences.
Sincerely Kind Christian Regards,
Ron Padlo
ronaldpadlo@ yahoo.com
2530 Fifth Street, Peru Illinois 61354
Don, Laura, and Todd, you have our deepest condolences, at the passing of Linda. We will miss Linda’s ready smile, and of course her wonderful pies. Don, we are here if you need us, sending up prayers.
So sorry for your loss