NEW BERLIN - Laura Beth Stone, died Sunday, February 22, 2009, at her home surrounded by her loving family.
She was born January 4, 1946, in Danville, IL, to Harry and Norma (White) Lowe. Her parents preceded her in death as well as her nephew, Michael Lowe.
Laura graduated from the University of Illinois in 1969 with a bachelor of science degree in Elementary Education. For several years after graduation, she taught school until retiring to raise her family. Laura also worked for the Illinois Department of Public Aid as a case worker.
She is survived by her husband, Fred; and their five children, Gerald (Monica) Stone of Springfield; Thomas (Allison) McNicholas of Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, Michael (Shelly) McNicholas of Rochester, IL, Matthew (Ivorie) Stone of Stillwater, Oklahoma and Gregory (Christie) Stone of Missoula, Montana; She is also survived by two brothers, Jim (Libby) Lowe of Alpharetta, Georgia and Larry (Sherry) Lowe of Belleville, IL; and two cousins, Jane Kiggins of Indianapolis, Indiana and Julie (Richard) Teeple of Findley, Ohio; There are ten grandchildren and soon to be eleven.
Laura enjoyed being outdoors. She loved working in her flower garden and watching the birds. She also enjoyed quilting, reading and her pets, but most of all, she enjoyed spending time with her family. She will be remembered by her loved ones as a funny and loving mother, grandmother, devoted wife and best friend.
Cremation rites will be accorded by the Bisch Crematory. A memorial gathering will be held on Wednesday, February 25, 2009, at Bisch Funeral Home West, 2931 S. Koke Mill Rd., from 4-6 PM. Private graveside services will be held at Camp Butler National Cemetery. Rev. Vaughn Beeman will officiate.
It is Laura's wish that no flowers be sent, rather memorials be directed to the Animal Protective League.
Please visit the online obituary where tributes and condolences may be left for the family at www.mem.com.
Published in The State Journal-Register on 2/24/2009
She was born January 4, 1946, in Danville, IL, to Harry and Norma (White) Lowe. Her parents preceded her in death as well as her nephew, Michael Lowe.
Laura graduated from the University of Illinois in 1969 with a bachelor of science degree in Elementary Education. For several years after graduation, she taught school until retiring to raise her family. Laura also worked for the Illinois Department of Public Aid as a case worker.
She is survived by her husband, Fred; and their five children, Gerald (Monica) Stone of Springfield; Thomas (Allison) McNicholas of Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, Michael (Shelly) McNicholas of Rochester, IL, Matthew (Ivorie) Stone of Stillwater, Oklahoma and Gregory (Christie) Stone of Missoula, Montana; She is also survived by two brothers, Jim (Libby) Lowe of Alpharetta, Georgia and Larry (Sherry) Lowe of Belleville, IL; and two cousins, Jane Kiggins of Indianapolis, Indiana and Julie (Richard) Teeple of Findley, Ohio; There are ten grandchildren and soon to be eleven.
Laura enjoyed being outdoors. She loved working in her flower garden and watching the birds. She also enjoyed quilting, reading and her pets, but most of all, she enjoyed spending time with her family. She will be remembered by her loved ones as a funny and loving mother, grandmother, devoted wife and best friend.
Cremation rites will be accorded by the Bisch Crematory. A memorial gathering will be held on Wednesday, February 25, 2009, at Bisch Funeral Home West, 2931 S. Koke Mill Rd., from 4-6 PM. Private graveside services will be held at Camp Butler National Cemetery. Rev. Vaughn Beeman will officiate.
It is Laura's wish that no flowers be sent, rather memorials be directed to the Animal Protective League.
Please visit the online obituary where tributes and condolences may be left for the family at www.mem.com.
Published in The State Journal-Register on 2/24/2009
NEW BERLIN - Laura Beth Stone, died Sunday, February 22, 2009, at her home surrounded by her loving family.
She was born January 4, 1946, in Danville, IL, to Harry and Norma (White) Lowe. Her parents preceded her in death as well as her nephew, Michael Lowe.
Laura graduated from the University of Illinois in 1969 with a bachelor of science degree in Elementary Education. For several years after graduation, she taught school until retiring to raise her family. Laura also worked for the Illinois Department of Public Aid as a case worker.
She is survived by her husband, Fred; and their five children, Gerald (Monica) Stone of Springfield; Thomas (Allison) McNicholas of Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, Michael (Shelly) McNicholas of Rochester, IL, Matthew (Ivorie) Stone of Stillwater, Oklahoma and Gregory (Christie) Stone of Missoula, Montana; She is also survived by two brothers, Jim (Libby) Lowe of Alpharetta, Georgia and Larry (Sherry) Lowe of Belleville, IL; and two cousins, Jane Kiggins of Indianapolis, Indiana and Julie (Richard) Teeple of Findley, Ohio; There are ten grandchildren and soon to be eleven.
Laura enjoyed being outdoors. She loved working in her flower garden and watching the birds. She also enjoyed quilting, reading and her pets, but most of all, she enjoyed spending time with her family. She will be remembered by her loved ones as a funny and loving mother, grandmother, devoted wife and best friend.
Cremation rites will be accorded by the Bisch Crematory. A memorial gathering will be held on Wednesday, February 25, 2009, at Bisch Funeral Home West, 2931 S. Koke Mill Rd., from 4-6 PM. Private graveside services will be held at Camp Butler National Cemetery. Rev. Vaughn Beeman will officiate.
It is Laura's wish that no flowers be sent, rather memorials be directed to the Animal Protective League.
Please visit the online obituary where tributes and condolences may be left for the family at www.mem.com.
Published in The State Journal-Register on 2/24/2009
She was born January 4, 1946, in Danville, IL, to Harry and Norma (White) Lowe. Her parents preceded her in death as well as her nephew, Michael Lowe.
Laura graduated from the University of Illinois in 1969 with a bachelor of science degree in Elementary Education. For several years after graduation, she taught school until retiring to raise her family. Laura also worked for the Illinois Department of Public Aid as a case worker.
She is survived by her husband, Fred; and their five children, Gerald (Monica) Stone of Springfield; Thomas (Allison) McNicholas of Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, Michael (Shelly) McNicholas of Rochester, IL, Matthew (Ivorie) Stone of Stillwater, Oklahoma and Gregory (Christie) Stone of Missoula, Montana; She is also survived by two brothers, Jim (Libby) Lowe of Alpharetta, Georgia and Larry (Sherry) Lowe of Belleville, IL; and two cousins, Jane Kiggins of Indianapolis, Indiana and Julie (Richard) Teeple of Findley, Ohio; There are ten grandchildren and soon to be eleven.
Laura enjoyed being outdoors. She loved working in her flower garden and watching the birds. She also enjoyed quilting, reading and her pets, but most of all, she enjoyed spending time with her family. She will be remembered by her loved ones as a funny and loving mother, grandmother, devoted wife and best friend.
Cremation rites will be accorded by the Bisch Crematory. A memorial gathering will be held on Wednesday, February 25, 2009, at Bisch Funeral Home West, 2931 S. Koke Mill Rd., from 4-6 PM. Private graveside services will be held at Camp Butler National Cemetery. Rev. Vaughn Beeman will officiate.
It is Laura's wish that no flowers be sent, rather memorials be directed to the Animal Protective League.
Please visit the online obituary where tributes and condolences may be left for the family at www.mem.com.
Published in The State Journal-Register on 2/24/2009
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