John Wayne Stone

John Wayne Stone, 73, passed away on May 31, 2024 at home. He was born October 6, 1950 in Muskogee, OK to Lee and Maudine (Lackey) Stone. John started his life in Oktaha, OK among his siblings, aunts, uncles, and cousins. His family moved to Muskogee when John was in grade school. When he was 17 he received his GED. At 17 he also joined the Marine Corp for 2 years. He lived the rest of his life in Muskogee. He worked at ACME Engineering and Manufacturing for approximately 20 years. His next job was with Jack C. Montgomery VA Medical Center. He was EMS supervisor of the evening shift. The Veterans meant so much to him while working there. That was his goal. He retired from the VA. John married his redhead and freckled face wife, Sharon Kay Tuttle on January 16, 1971. They had 53 years together. Their love and marriage were very strong. They loved being together. To this union they had 2 children Jeremy Wayne Stone and redhead daughter Tara Lynn Stone. He loved redheads and freckles! John loved all his family, friends and co-workers of his and Sharon's. They meant a lot to him. When they decided to buy a home and looked at the house they live in now when he saw the shop, barn, and the huge yard for his kids his mind was made up! The shop was a dream come true. He loved working with wood and metal. Eventually the shop turned into a living space for Jeremy, then his Dad until he passed and then Jim. We have many fond memories of them living here. John was proceeded in death by his parents Lee and Maudine Stone, baby brother Henry Stone, sister Mary Honea, brother Jim Stone. His in-laws Dave Kirkland, Dale Prevost, Kathy Prevost, Micheal Prevost, Marsha Cole and Fred McDaniel. John is survived by his wife Sharon Stone of 53 years, daughter Tara Lynn Stone, son Jeremy Wayne Stone, his wife Audrey, their children Anna, Sophie and Finley Stone. His sisters Nancy Kirkland, Jo Stone and Patricia McDaniel. Sister In-law Debi Wright and Brother in-law David Tuttle. He has many nieces, nephews, and cousins. John loved each of you very much. John's services are pending. It will be at Ft Gibson National Cemetery.

John Wayne Stone

October 6, 1950 - May 31, 2024