Ivonne Stone, age 90, of Springfield, Missouri passed away on Monday, September 28, 2026, in Springfield. Ivonne was born March 12, 1936 in Ongo, Missouri, to Joseph and Ona (Harville) Shortt. She was married to John Clare Stone on June 7, 1961. They had two sons, Jeff and Greg.

Ivonne was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. She had a generous spirit and was selfless in her care of her husband and children. Ivonne was independent and had an understated humor that would sneak up on you. She was immensely proud of her grandson Ben.

She was a graduate of Missouri State in 1959 and taught at Hickory Hills and Disney elementary schools. She retired from Springfield Schools in 1989. She was a substitute teacher for eight years and was named substitute teacher of the year.

A creative soul, she collected art and loved to decorate seasonal displays throughout her home. She was a talented gardener, loved flowers and working in her yard as shown by her immaculate landscaping. She was an avid reader, enjoyed jigsaw and wordsearch puzzles, and played a mean game of SkipBo. She was Greg’s best friend and mother.

Ivonne was preceded in death by her parents Joseph and Ona Shortt, husband John Clare Stone, son Jeffrey Lane Stone, brothers Lowell Shortt and Dale Shortt, and sister Vonda Shortt.

Ivonne is survived by her son and daughter-in-law Jon Gregory Stone and Dustyrose Stone, and grandson Benjamin Parker Stone, and brothers Don Shortt and Noel Shortt.

A graveside service will be held Friday, October 9, 2026, at Missouri Veteran’s Cemetery, starting at 10:00 AM. A visitation will be at Gorman Scharpf Funeral Home, Friday, October 9, 2026 from 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM.