Obituary of David Stone

David Stone -- fisherman, music lover, sweet father, brother, uncle and friend of many, and an amazing cook -- passed on November 28th, 2014. He was a caring man and could be described as a hell raiser with a heart of gold. David was loved by many, and was a favorite uncle for numerous nieces and nephews, whether through blood relationship or friendship. He had a youthful heart and a sincere affection for children. He took special pride in helping his loved ones however he could, and was known to enjoy a good time with thumping loud music, especially the sounds of West Coast Rappers, Too Short and Sugar Free, and the Blues.The youngest of nine children, David was born September 18th, 1952 to the late Louise G. Stone and Henry Ward Stone in Pueblo, Colorado, and was spoiled to the core by all his siblings. When David was in his teens, the family settled in Colorado Springs, a city he adored. He loved nature and spent a great deal of time taking the youngsters in his family to Prospect Lake to learn the art of fishing. He craved the open road and took every opportunity to get behind the wheel and drive cross-country, whether he was driving semi-trucks professionally or hopping on the open highway to discover a new adventure.A wonderful storyteller, he was known to captivate his audiences with his larger than life tales, getting every last dramatic moment from the details. He excelled at construction, carpentry, fixing things, and cooking. He was known for his well iron and super starched Wrangler jeans, unique seasoning rubs, smoked meats and pulled pork and his famous holiday turduckin, and he had an itchy finger for those Las Vegas and Cripple Creek slot machines. He took extreme pride in his daughter, Jackie, whom he loved with everything he was made of. In addition to Jackie, David is survived by his canine son, Shadow, his canine and feline granddaughters, Cookie and Selah, his beloved sister, Henrietta Peterson, his brothers: Mark Tannahill and Henry Ward Stone Junior and a host of loved ones who will miss him dearly.Visitation will be held from 6:00PM-8:00PM, Thursday, December 18 at The Springs Funeral Services, 3115 East Platte Avenue, Colorado Springs, CO.A Remembrance and Celebration of Life service will be held at The Springs Funeral Service at 2:00PM, Friday, December 19th .In keeping with David's fondness for a goodtime, the family will commemorate his life with a celebration at South Side Johnny's Saturday, December 20th from noon to 4:00PM.Funeral Home:The Springs Funeral Services3115 East Platte AvenueColorado Springs, , COUS 80909 Events Cemetery Saturday, December 20, 2014 12:00AM Roselawn Cemetery 1706 Roselawn Road Pueblo, CO 81006 Phone: 719-542-2934 Family Gathering Saturday, December 20, 2014 12:00PM - 4:00PM Southside Johnny's 528 South Tejon Street Colorado Springs, CO 80903 Phone: 719-328-1793 Visitation Thursday, December 18, 2014 6:00PM - 8:00PM The Springs Funeral Services 3115 East Platte Avenue Colorado Springs, CO 80909 Phone: 719-207-8855 Service Friday, December 19, 2014 2:00PM The Springs Funeral Services 3115 East Platte Avenue Colorado Springs, CO 80909 Phone: 719-207-8855