EARL STONE

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EARL STONE It is with profound sadness that the family of Earl Stone announces his passing on Tuesday, September 2, 2003 at the age of 88. Earl was born and educated in Winnipeg, eventually becoming a furrier. As a young man he moved to Regina where he spent the next 30 years. He returned to Winnipeg and later married Hilda Nagler. Together they ran a very successful ladies wear business. Upon retiring, they spent many enjoyable years wintering in Scottsdale, Arizona, where he became an avid golfer. In 1991 they moved to Richmond, BC, where they spent the next 11 years. They had recently moved back to Winnipeg. As a young man Earl was active in the Bnai Brith, spending time with returning, wounded soldiers and participating in many other worthwhile projects. In 1972 he became a member of the Masonic Lodge. The practice of "tzedokah" was very important to Earl. Among other things, he donated a special electric wheelchair to a victim of polio that resided in the King George Hospital. Earl also had a deep appreciation of music, often entertaining his family and friends at the piano. Earl leaves to mourn Hilda, his wife of 36 years; his daughter Sheryl (Les) his sons, Murray (Constance) and Stan (Patricia) four grandchildren, Shawna, Sara, Sol and Stacey and two great-grandchildren, Alyie and Ethan. He also leaves behind his brother Sam (Sherri) and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. A graveside service was held at the Shaarey Zedek Memorial Park on Tuesday, September 4, with Rabbi Green officiating. Pallbearers were Stan Stone, Les Geirholm, Murray Nagler, Sol Nagler, Merrill Shulman and Harold Stone. His son Murray spoke on behalf of the family and granddaughter Shawna spoke on behalf of the grandchildren. Donations may be made in Earls memory to the Canadian Diabetes Association. Earl will always be remembered for his unwavering devotion to his family. "Thank you for being our guiding light. Go in peace gentle spirit, sweet soul."

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Sep 16, 2003