It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of our beloved Mary on November 4, 2026. Born in Scotstown, Quebec, to Annie (nee Burnside, of the Isle of Lewis) and Donald Morrison, Mary was a proud champion of her Scottish heritage. She was predeceased by her husband of over 40 years, Robert Martin Stone, her sister Anne (Reid), and stepson Paul (Natalie, Shannon, and Connor). She is survived by her brother Donald (Jane, Robert, and Kenneth) and sister Bonnie (David). She is also survived by her son Jason, whom she loved deeply, and by her stepchildren and their families: Michael (Jom, Sarah, and Natalie), Julianne (Gerrit and Chloe), and Jennifer (Jeffrey, Oscar, Edie, and Iris).

Mary left Scotstown at 18 to train as a nurse in Quebec City, earning her diploma in 1970 from the Jeffery Hale School of Nursing. During this time, she forged deep lifelong bonds with her classmates. She went on to work at the Queen Mary Veteran’s Hospital in Montreal, where she was chosen to accompany veterans to France for a D-Day memorial. Later, she joined Eli Lilly in Toronto as their first female pharmaceutical representative. It was during this time that she met her soulmate, Bob, beginning an enduring love story. Together they accompanied a Canadian medical delegation to Hong Kong to provide care to Vietnamese refugees.

Married at 28, Mary whole-heartedly embraced building a life with Bob, welcoming their son Jason and raising Bob’s four children. Together, they created a warm, hospitable home in Mississauga, renowned for its lively pool parties. During this time Mary also earned a BSc in Psychology from the University of Toronto. Mary and Bob’s adventures carried them from Mississauga to Halifax, where Mary worked for the Canadian Liver Foundation and formed many more cherished friendships. In retirement, they lived in Montreal before eventually returning to Toronto.

Mary had a true zest for life, her family, and her dear friends—including best pals Janice Lewin and Yvonne Clark. A voracious reader and keen observer of current events, she loved nothing more than a lively discussion. Her rich vocabulary and love of language were on full display in the daily crosswords she shared with Bob—which she often finished first. She also had a passion for travel, exploring much of the world while always dreaming of the next destination.

Generous and selfless, Mary always put others first while remaining steadfast in her convictions. Her strong values guided her life and decisions up until her final days. She leaves an irreplaceable void in the hearts of those lucky enough to know her.

Mary requested a private burial beside her beloved Bob. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Canadian Liver Foundation, the University Health Network, or another Canadian medical charity.