Obituaries
John R. Stoner, 81
March 18, 2022
John R. Stoner, 81, of Lancaster, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 18, 2022.
He was the husband of Ethel Musser Stoner, with whom he shared 58 years of marriage this past June. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late John L. and Esther Groff Stoner.
Starting in high school and continuing full time from 1965 until his retirement in 2018, John flourished as a vegetable farmer. John brought quality vegetables to customers and restaurants through the family produce stand at Lancaster Central Market, carrying on a business rooted by his grandfather and father.
John loved the beauty of God’s creation. He was an avid hunter, having hunted big game in 5 continents. John and Ethel enjoyed trips to the beaches on many Caribbean Islands, especially Culebra. His faith in Jesus was evidence in his quite presence and faithful service as a long-time member of Lancaster and Hempfield Brethren In Christ Churches.
In addition to his wife Ethel, John is survived by his children Scott Stoner of Manheim and Melissa Stoner (Steve Kriss) of Philadelphia, his grandchildren Elliot Stoner of Chicago and Bethany married to Austin Dienner of Lancaster, his great grandson Rowan Dienner, his sister’s family, and other family and friends. He was preceded in death by his brother Clyde Stoner and his sister Mary Ann Stauffer.
Friends will be received by John’s family on Sunday, March 27 from 3-5 PM at the Charles F. Snyder Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz, PA. There will be a Memorial Service at Lancaster Brethren In Christ Church, 1865 Fruitville Pike, Lancaster, PA on Monday, March 28 at 6:30 PM followed by family visitation. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions in John’s memory to Mennonite Central Committee’s work in Ukraine, www.mcc.org. To join the Memorial Service for John via livestream on Monday, March 28th at 6:30PM, please go to lancbic.org and click on Watch A livestream. (of our service at 10:30a.m.)
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Condolences to the Family
April 18, 2022
Ethel, prayers for you in this new journey! Hopefully the songs you sing in choir will be of help in your healing.
April 01, 2022
The Culebra community is so blessed to have known this very kind man. I will always reflect upon the lavely meetings/ chats/ walks on Zoni Beach. John, Ethel, Melissa, thank you for being a special part of my life and for touching the lives of those of us in Culebra who had the privilege to know you. Much love, Abbie
March 27, 2022
Dear Ethel, I am so sorry for your loss. Even though you know he’s with the Lord, you will miss him. My prayers are with you and your family as you mourn. Love in Christ, Karen Fellenbaum
March 27, 2022
Ethel my prayers are with you Scott and Melissa I love you and you are a mother to me my heart and house is open to you always
March 27, 2022
You have my condolences, Ethel, on the loss of your husband. “When your loved one becomes a memory, that memory becomes a treasure.” Your Sunday School friend, Edith Weaver Greenawalt 🕊🙏
March 26, 2022
Hi Ethel. Just sending you our thoughts and prayers at this time of passing on to Glory of our friend and your husband John. We are so glad we have wonderful memories!!! Al & EJ Charles of Vanderwagen, NM
March 26, 2022
Dear Ethel,
We were so sorry to hear about your loss. We send sincere condolences and know that the assurance of John’s relationship with His Heavenly Father through His Son Jesus Christ will bring you peace and comfort.
March 23, 2022
Dearest Ethel, may our GOD of peace be your source of comfort as you walk through this journey of transformation! Know that John is truly a part of you throughout eternity! His light for Jesus will always shine through your eyes! Love & blessings, your sister’s from One-A-Chord Choir! Melissa & Olivia 🎶 ✝️ 💜
March 23, 2022
Dear Ethel, It has always been a happy occasion seeing you and John in Culebra.
His quiet warmth and gentleness shall be missed.
Kenny and I send our love to you,
Linda and Kenny Carroll
March 23, 2022
Dear Ethel, We are so sorry for your loss. You were such a close couple and enjoyed each other’s company.I know Stephen enjoyed his hunting trip with John and Elmer. Lorna Mentzer & Stephen Shaw
March 23, 2022
Mrs Stoner and family,
I am sorry to hear of Mr. Stoner’s passing. He was someone I truly admired. Rest in Peace and God Bless!
March 23, 2022
Ethel,
I look forward to singing/worshipping with you,
in the ONE A-CHORD CHOIR…Welcome!
