Born: Mitchell Anthony Stone on September 3, 1997 in _____________
Education: Anderson High School graduate; University of Cincinnati graduate, Magna Cum Laude
Died: January 21, 2021
Some highlights of a life lived fully:
Mitch Stone Memorial Gathering – YouTube video HERE
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- “He was the best of us” ~ multiple friends comment (video HERE – first 90 seconds or so…)
- Mitch’s approach to people: “They are nice”
Family and School/Friends were important parts of Mitch’s life
Impact on UC Bearcat Football: “Resurgent Cincinnati Inspired by Bond With Young Cancer Patient” (New York Times article, 2009) including these statements:
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- “We can talk about our struggles every day, but just seeing him and his family going through such a serious moment makes us realize that we’re fortunate and blessed,” the junior running back John Goebel said. “We want to do whatever we can to uplift his spirits because he is definitely doing the same for us.”
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Ricardo Mathews, a 295-pound senior defensive lineman with flowing dreadlocks, left a voice-mail message for Mitch: “Lord, you work in miraculous ways. We would like to see our brother another day, Lord.” When Dee Stone heard his prayer, she said, “That’s when I knew they were really there.”
With his family alongside, Mitch’s Mission becomes a reality including Playdate with the Bearcats
Helping others was a priority, including Feeding Hungry Children & Families
Mitch’s legacy includes his impact on others plus the programs above and efforts listed HERE
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