Mr. English Wheeler "E.W." Stone, Sr., age 88, passed away Wednesday, February 3, 2016, at Southeastern Hospice House in Lumberton. He was born in Robeson County on June 30, 1927 to the late Abner & Minnie Stone. He served honorably in the US Navy and was later a farmer.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Betty Faye Stone; 1 daughter, Meredith Cade; 4 brothers: Allen Stone, Graham Stone, Harry Stone, & A.F. Stone, Jr.; and 1 sister, Grace Lewis.

He is survived by his son, English W. Stone, Jr. of Murphy; 5 grandchildren; & 6 great-grandchildren.

A time of visitation will take place on Friday, February 5, 2016, from 7:00-9:00 PM at Floyd Mortuary & Crematory, Inc.

A funeral service will be held on Saturday, February 6, 2016, at 11:00 AM at Floyd Memorial Chapel. Burial will follow at Meadowbrook Cemetery.