Laura Jean Stone, (nee. Galloway) passed away peacefully at E.W. & Lucille Cates Hospice
house on June 11, 2022 from complications due to congestive heart failure in Ocala. She
was affectionately known as "Mom" to everyone.
Laura grew up in Bedford, Ohio before getting married and moving to Burton, Ohio. She
retired to Ocala, Florida with husband Walt. She enjoyed spending time with friends and
family, golfing, and her second home at Stone Lake. Laura was always proud of her sons,
grandsons, hole in one while golfing with grandsons. As one who excelled at being a hostess
whether at home or at her social venues, she was very interested in people and made many
cherished friends.
She leaves behind her big sister Annette Spagnolo, sons Michael and Mitchell, grandsons
Justin (Sarah) and Josh (Diana), daughter-in-law Jeannette, great grandson Zachary. Laura
was preceded in death by husband Walter, son Mark; parents George and Clara Galloway
and brothers George, Jack and Bob.
Laura's family will be holding a "Celebration of Birth and Life" on July, 16, 2022 from 4pm to
7pm at the Quail Meadow Clubhouse located at 3158 NW 49 th Ave, Ocala FL 34482.[more]