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“RECOGNIZING THE LIFE OF WILLIAM EARL STONE” mentioning Mark Kelly was published in the Extensions of Remarks section on pages E137-E138 on Feb. 18.
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The publication is reproduced in full below:
RECOGNIZING THE LIFE OF WILLIAM EARL STONE
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HON. TRENT KELLY
of mississippi
in the house of representatives
Thursday, February 18, 2021
Mr. KELLY of Mississippi. Madam Speaker, I rise today to celebrate the life of William Earl Stone who passed away on February 3, 2021. Earl was a fixture in his community and will be deeply missed.
Earl was born to Lela Bell Stone on March 30, 1937. He graduated from Guntown High School in 1957 where he and Elaine Cook served as Vice President and President, respectively. He worked at Toms Drugstore, where he perfected his milkshake recipe. He began his career in road construction at Boyer, Johnson and Kimes. He eventually became a partner and then sole owner of the company. He served until his death as president and board member of the Mississippi Road Builders Association.
Earl went on to marry his class president, Elaine. The two spent 59 years together and had three children. The family were members of Friendship Baptist Church where Earl served as Church Clerk, Assistant Moderator, choir member and served on many committees. He was committed to the revitalization of downtown Baldwyn and was very connected to his family.
Earl Stone was an outstanding Mississippian and a man dedicated to his family and faith. He will be deeply missed.
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