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Donald Lee Stone

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Donald Lee Stone

Donald Lee Stone, 81, of Beaumont, Texas, passed away on March 4, 2019, in Beaumont.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, March 9, 2019, at Claybar Kelley Watkins Funeral Home in Beaumont. Officiating will be Mr. Larry Paul. Burial will follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Beaumont.

Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Friday, at Claybar Kelley Watkins Funeral Home.

Born in Albuquerque, New Mexico, on April 26, 1937, he was the son of Ural G. Stone and Bess Wells Stone. Donald proudly served his country in the United States Army and went on to retire as an Insurance Adjuster for State Farm Insurance. He loved being a member of Meadows Church of Christ and enjoyed helping people whenever he could and tending to his yard. Donald was a wonderful husband, father, and grandfather who loved his family dearly. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Ural and Bess Stone; and his brothers, George Stone and Bill Stone.

Donald is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Carol Stone; children, Dale Stone, Tanna Kimbro and husband Don, and Cary Stone and wife Brie; grandchildren, Alan Stone, Elyse Bush and husband Cory, Brittany Stone, Courtney Edwards, and Brent Stone; great-grandchildren, Lance Stone, Carson Kondos, Aliey Kondos, Parker Marks, Alayna Stone, and Amiyah Bush; sisters, Clara Updegrave, Martha Mitts, and Louise Dettle; and his sisters-in-law, Wanda Stone and Juanita Stone as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

In lieu of customary remembrances, memorial contributions can be made to Arms of Hope, High Plains Children’s Home- Amarillo, or to Camp Red Oak Springs.

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Anonymous March 8, 2019
Basket Full of Wishes was purchased for the family of Donald Lee Stone.
Larry And Patsy Jones March 8, 2019
For the last 5 years I have had the good luck to have the best neighbor one could have Don Stone, always friendly, soft spoken, and ready to help. When we first moved in Don was kind enough to loan me tools I did not have. One day I locked myself out and went next door , Don gathered up the tools and he and I managed to open the door with out causing a lot of damage. Don loved yard work and taught me how, and when to work his magic! Carol Don will be missed and you and your family are in our prayers. Your neighbor Larry Jones
Claybar Funeral Home March 8, 2019
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Kennith & Billie Knight March 7, 2019
Kennith & Billie Knight purchased the Florist Choice Bouquet for the family of Donald Lee Stone.
Anonymous March 7, 2019
Beautiful in Blue was purchased for the family of Donald Lee Stone.
Cheryl Lynch March 7, 2019
To Carol and the Family, Don was one of a kind. He was smart, quiet and had an unassuming nature. He knew insurance law and was an expert. When I first started working as an adjuster in the 90's, he could always be counted on to teach me the correct way of handling claims. He, along with Paul, Gary and Turner and others helped to train me. Those were the good ole days. Our jobs were serious, but somehow with the mixture of their personalities, I could get through the day laughing and enjoying the workplace. Don will be missed. Please know that he made a wonderful impact on my life. Blessings Cheryl Lynch
Yvonne Pittman March 7, 2019
Prayers to the Stone Family. We are thinking of times passed and for you now. Yvonne and Duane Pittman
Mikell Nelson March 6, 2019
Tanna, please know you & your family are in our prayers. May the Lord wrap his arms around each of you and let you know you are not alone.
The Tatsch Family March 6, 2019
The Tatsch Family purchased the Divine Peace Bouquet for the family of Donald Lee Stone.
Anonymous March 6, 2019
Emerald Garden Basket was purchased for the family of Donald Lee Stone.
Mark Thomas March 6, 2019
Don was the true definition of integrity. When I lived in Beaumont, he always greeted me with a smile and a kind word. What a role model to me. Prayers for strength to the Stone family
Anonymous March 6, 2019
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Anonymous March 6, 2019
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Anonymous March 6, 2019
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Anonymous March 6, 2019
Florist Choice Bouquet was purchased for the family of Donald Lee Stone.
Selina Zinn March 6, 2019
Many thoughts and prayers for you Cary and your family. We are so sorry to hear of your Dad. Take care sweet friend. Love, Selina and Brad Zinn
Anonymous March 6, 2019
Peaceful White Lilies Basket was purchased for the family of Donald Lee Stone.
Sheryl & Lobo Loggins March 6, 2019
Our prayers are with you and your family Cary. So sorry for your loss. May God give you the comfort that only He can provide in times of grief. Lobo & Sheryl Loggins
Carolyn Bynum March 6, 2019
I grew up in Don’s home. He and his family were my second family for many years. One of my fondest memories includes him walking through the door just after 5:00p from work Monday through Friday being greeted by Carol with a glass of tea and everyone getting to the table for dinner. It was clockwork tradition, one I immensely enjoyed because he always made me feel welcomed and part of the family. He was a quiet, unassuming man, but he had a wonderful, unexpected sense of humor. I will always remember him fondly, and I’m grateful for the role he played in my youth. God bless the Stone Family Carolyn Bynum
Anonymous March 6, 2019
Beautiful Dreams was purchased for the family of Donald Lee Stone.
Anonymous March 6, 2019
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Barbara Morgan March 6, 2019
Having been blessed to be called a friend by Cary Stone, I also had the honor to meet his parents and remember his dad as a very kind and warm person that raised a fine son. I know he will be missed. Sending prayers for comfort to you all.
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event Visitation

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schedule Friday, March 8, 2019 at 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

event Funeral Service

location_on Claybar Kelley-Watkins Funeral Home, 1155 North 11th Street, Beaumont, 77702
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schedule Saturday, March 9, 2019 at 2:00 PM