Colonel Stone Johnson

1918–2012 (age 94)

Biography

Colonel Stone Johnson, born in 1918, led with discipline and empathy throughout a long military career, earning the respect of those he commanded and the pride of his hometown.

After retiring from service he continued to share the lessons of leadership and character he had learned, an enduring legacy now honored at Elmwood Cemetery.

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