Henry Jackson Stone

Waynesville – Henry Jackson Stone, 84, of Waynesville passed away early Friday morning (July 14, 2017) at his residence after a brief illness.

Born in Hoboken, GA his parents were G.R. “Bud” Stone and Vera Crews Stone. He is also preceded in death by a son, Michael Stone; and several siblings.

Henry was a lab technician for Georgia Pacific and served in the United States Navy during the Korean War. He was a member of Waynesville Baptist Church and a Past Master of the Nahunta Masonic Lodge #391, a member of the VFW, American Legion, DAV, and the Shriners. Henry loved riding his grandchildren on his scooter, being outdoors riding his tractor, fishing, and wood working.

Survivors include his wife, Loretta Stone of Waynesville; a daughter and son-in-law, Marcia & David Burgess of Waynesville; 4 grandchildren and their spouses, Jenny & Tony Bain, Nathaniel & April Stone, Alicia & David West, and Jacob Burgess; 9 great grandchildren; 6 brothers; 3 sisters; and also several nieces, nephews, and other relatives.

Visitation will be held Saturday morning (July 15, 2017) from 11am-12pm at Frye Funeral Home, Nahunta.

A funeral service will be held Saturday afternoon (July 15, 2017) at 12PM at the Chapel of Frye Funeral Home with Rev. Joe Carr officiating. Burial will follow in Highsmith Cemetery.

Pallbearers will be Jacob Burgess, Nathaniel Stone, David West, Steven Stone, Mark Stone, and Davie Stone.

Arrangements are with Frye Funeral Home, Nahunta.

Sympathy may be expressed by signing the online registry at www.fryefh.com.