Ronald STONE Obituary

Ron - it is with a heavy heart that I learned of your passing while traveling to Waiheke this Easter Weekend. I was privileged to first meet you as an up and coming Uni student. I admired you right from the beginning - your warm heart, switched on brain and witty sense of humour with a wicked smile! Thank you for everything you did for me personally and for my whanau - you and Judy were so very kind and welcoming of us and I will never forget that. I feel awful that I let the last couple of years slip by without any contact and I'm so sorry to you and Judy for that and for missing out on seeing you during that time. I'm also sorry I missed celebrating your life at your funeral. I am trying to find the photo of you and Kerry at my graduation - both there supporting me through my studies. You were not only a valued mentor but a really caring friend - who just happened to love rugby. Rest peacefully. Arohanui Kara, Swaz and whanau x

We are so very sad to learn of Ron's passing. We first met Ron who was the marriage celebrant for our daughter Penelope & Charlie Brown's wedding on 23/11/2002. Please accept our Sincere Sympathy Judy & Family in your loss of such an amazing, inspirational man.

Ron Stone was a true gentleman in every sense, a master, mentor, coach and friend to so many boys and their families after teaching at Saint Kentigern College for 26 years. He was an honorary member of the Saint Kentigern Old Collegians Association (SKOCA) and always present at annual dinners and rugby matches. To think he will only be present in spirit in the years ahead brings sadness but the Old Collegians will remember him, always. Ron possessed a "positive charge" that benefited so many lives, and will continue to do so for those who were fortunate enough to know him. Fides Servanda Est.

Oh Ron,

Only today did I learn of your passing. How sad I am my friend. Those years together at Fletcher Challenge and beyond were very special to me and so many others. You brought joy, friendship, humour, health, perspective and genuine sincerity to our business world. It was great to share those times with you.
Our love and best wishes to Judy and 'the gang'.
We have lost a great friend but are left with fond memories.

Jill and Rob Keen

I had the pleasure of working with Ron at Fletcher Building. What a great guy, he was inspirational, so full of energy and an ability to attack any task and succeed with a minimum of fuss. So many things to remind me, gym, French chateaus, dragon boating, Christmas kids parties,Fletcher AGM's, holidays, bromeliads at our front door, French red wine. It is so hard to believe you are no longer with us. Our love to the wonderful Stone family, so sorry.

I was taught by Ron at Normal Intermediate in 1958 and he was my rugby and cricket coach. My wife taught with him at St Kents. We watched rugby and cricket together. He was a good AGS Old Boy and a good guy. We had a Pinot together the other year here in Gibbston Valley. I only found out of his passing today RIP Ron

So saddened to hear of Ron's passing. A life that touched and impacted more lives than we'll ever know. My prayers and thoughts are with the whole family. So many great memories of Ron from my St Kents days

Thinking of you, Matt, at this difficult time. Take care

Ron was a lovely man, when I arrived in NZ (1992) from the UK he was very kind, hospitable and fantastic company. The kindness he showed me and others will never be forgotten, a true gent! All my love to the Stone family,

So sorry to hear of Ron passing away. Please accept our deepest sympathy to all the family. We have know Mat & Narelle for many years, especially their time spent at Ellesmere College.

To everyone Ron left behind, we are all grieving by the loss of such an amazing man. He was my uncle and godfather who I will always remember as a special person. His legacy has reminded me rekindle relationships with people I have known but may not see often and to meet new ones. X Sarndra

Wonderful memories of a great friend and colleague from Auckland teachers College 1956 -7.
Wendy and Dennis Thorne

Dear Judy and family. Craig and I send you our love. it has been a priviledge to know Ron, and to have worked with him. Fond memories.

With all our love at this time. Kate, Al, Alex and Adam McClure

Ron Stone, proud Old Boy of Auckland Grammar School (1951-1955), Prefect, 1st XI 1954, 55. It was always a pleasure to see Ron at annual reunions and events and admire his relationships and connections with classmates and Grammar Old Boys across the generations. He was always ready to help and always had a great story to share. Ron Stone will be missed. The AGSOBA offers our condolences to the Stone family and Ron's many friends and colleagues.

Dear Judy, Matthew and Family - incredibly sad to hear of Ron's passing. Take strength from the wonderful life he lead and enormous contribution he made to so many. Thoughts are with you at this very challenging time. The Gentry Family

Ron Stone changed my life. His caring nature and understanding each child at st kents college was special. He was a great man 1966 - 1971 class G

Judy, Natalee, Rachel and Matthew - I am so very sorry to learn that our much loved Ron has passed. I will always remember what a good sport he was going along with our crazy ideas for the Wairakei programme we used to run all those years ago and the extraordinary contribution he made to that programme and the impact he had on the lives of those he touched. My thoughts are with you and your families at this difficult time. He will be missed - Sue.

Dear Judy and Family,
Ron had many friends over here in the UK and in France where he travelled a number of times. He was a wonderful host and helpful to all of those who then ventured down under to explore NZ in connection with Ellesmere College. He became a lifelong personal friend that will be missed, but remembered with great affection by all of us.
Love to you all,
Paul & Benedicte Goodwin

Dear Judy and family, we read if Ron's passing while travelling around the South Island and are very sad for you and the family.
Our deepest sympathy to you all.
Jacqui & Sid
(Stockman)

Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts. Ron was a gentleman among men - Ron Whitmore ex SKC

Judy.
Very sad to hear of the passing of Ron. My Housemaster in the mid to late 60s. Ron was a great educator and compassionate person. I didn't realise how young you were then. Lovely to hear that you have a large family to support you through this time. God Bless.

John Beattie

STONE, Ron. 11 January 2016 Auckland. Long time special friend of the Wilkinson family. Caring Godfather of David Wilkinson and outstanding Master of Ceremonies at our three family weddings. Ron, the perfect host and a true gentleman. You will be fondly remembered for the great times and holidays together. Rest in Peace, dear friend.

STONE, Ronald Selwyn Passed away on Monday 11 January 2016. Much loved and respected Brother in Law of David and Pamela Sixton. Special Uncle of Chris and Louise, Mark and Kathryn. Great Uncle Ron to Georgia, Harry, James and Astin. Thanks for being a loving Uncle, friend and mentor.

STONE, Ronald Selwyn. Life long supporter of AGS and Grammar Rugby.

STONE, Ronald Selwyn. Passed away on Monday 11 January 2016. Most loved brother of Laurel and the late Allan. Loved uncle of Andrea, Sarndra, Lance and Jason and great-uncle of Hannah. May he rest in peace.