October 10, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Rodney (Rod) Stone, who passed away peacefully on Friday, October 10, 2025, surrounded by his family at Sunnybrook Medical Sciences Centre in Toronto.
Rod was the beloved husband of Sarah for over 33 wonderful years and a devoted father to his cherished son, Gavin, whom he loved tremendously.
Rod dedicated 30 years of his career to Air Canada, where his passion for the airline industry shone through in everything he did. His commitment, enthusiasm, and professionalism left a lasting impact on those he worked with.
A proud Vancouver Canucks fan — “Go Canucks Go!”— Rod celebrated every win with pride and spirit and was sure to let everyone know when they won a game, though he could be a little harder to find after a tough loss. His love for hockey extended beyond the rink as a fan — Rod spent a few years coaching with the Caledon Hawks, where he relished every moment mentoring his son and his teammates and proudly ending their teen hockey years with an OMHA win.
Rod was predeceased by his parents, Frank and Joan Stone. He will be deeply missed by his brother Nicholas; nephews Keith and Michael Stone, his in-laws Liz and John Curnow; sister- and brother-in-law Louise Curnow and Andy Groom; and nephew Nick Curnow (Tara); and great-nieces and nephews Chloe, Miranda, and Leo.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, October 19, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Glen Eagle Golf Club, 15731 Peel Regional Rd. 50, Bolton.
To join the Celebration of Life please click on the link below:
https://tinyurl.com/Cellebration-of-Life-Rod-Stone
In lieu of flowers, donations in Rod’s memory may be made to the Hurvitz Brain Sciences Program at Sunnybrook Foundation.
Condolences may be shared with the family at www.EganFuneralHome.com.
Tony and Laura Luongo & Family
Sarah, Gavin, and the entire family,
Please accept our deepest condolences. May the countless beautiful memories you shared with Rod live on in your hearts and offer comfort during this difficult time.
Rest in peace, Rod.
Bolton Physiotherapy Clinic
Sarah, we are so sorry to hear about Rod. Our thoughts are with you and your family at this difficult time.
May he rest in peace and forever be in your hearts.
Sincere Condolences,
The Staff at Bolton Physiotherapy
Lisa Panzarella
Sarah and Gavin, my condolences to you both and your family. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. May the love and memories you shared bring you solace in the days ahead.
With caring thoughts,
Lisa Panzarella
Neil Bennett
Sarah and Gavin,
My deepest condolences to you during this very difficult time.
Rod will be missed by many and I have been asked to share condolences on behalf of his many friends and colleagues from around the world.
On a personal note, I will miss Rod telling me how badly the Leafs suck…
Owen McInerney
Sarah, Gavin and Family,
Rod always treated myself, and our group at Transport Canada, with kindness and respect. His wonderful sense of humour put everyone at ease, making it a pleasurable experience when dealing with professional matters. Rod will be missed . My condolences to you and yours.
The Nottle Family.
Sarah, Gavin, and family,
We are saddened to hear of Rod’s passing. We send you all our deepest condolences.
May he rest in peace.
Vince Delorenzo
My deepest condolences during this very difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family. Rod will certainly be missed by all his colleagues at Air Canada.
Darlene Cowling
Sarah and Gavin, my deepest condolences are being sent to you and your family.
I’ll be thinking of you tomorrow as I unfortunately will be working.
May he rest in peace.
Philip Nyman
I’ve had an amazing long career in Air Canada Flight Dispatch and value the time I had with Rod immensely. He was a steady friend and leader, and words can’t describe how he will be missed.
Sarah and Gavin, my deepest condolences to you and your family.
Justin Cherewick
I had the privilege of working with Rod as a flight dispatcher at Air Canada from 2000 to 2003, and our paths continued to cross over the years. Rod was always dedicated, professional, and deeply respected by all who worked with him. I will always remember Rod as a friend, and his kindness, integrity, and warmth made a lasting impression on everyone fortunate enough to know him. He will be sincerely missed.
Justin Cherewick
Manager of Flight Dispatch, WestJet
Troy Langford
My most sincere condolences Sarah and Gavin for your loss
You both are in my thoughts and prayers
Judith Guaragna
Dear Sarah and Gavin and extended family member. We are saddened to hear about Rod’s passing. He was a great hockey hockey coach.
May he rest in peace.
Joe, Judi and Mark Guaragna
Lisa and Wayne Tkachuk
Sarah and Gavin,
We are so sorry for your loss. Sending our heartfelt condolences. Our thoughts are with you and your family., during this difficult time.
Vicky
Gord and I both worked with Rod for around 20 years.
We are so grateful that we were able to attend the celebration for Rod today. It absolutely showed without question how much we all respected Rod and the impact he had on so many
Our thoughts are with you Sarah and Gavin as you navigate this journey. It is obvious you have a strong village surrounding you that will support both of you
Condolences to you Gavin and the family
Vicky and Gordon
Steven Nelson
Sarah and Gavin,
Sending lots of love to you. It’s been some time since playing hockey with Gavin in Caledon, but I certainly have clear memories of Rod at the rink. Such a calm and nice man. Always gave a smile through the glass when we skated by.
The Summaria’s
Sarah and Gavin, we are so sorry for your loss. Rod was great friend to me, Laura Emily and Julian. He will be sadly missed. Please know that your friends will be there for you always.
MIT Lincoln Laboratory Air Traffic Control & Weather Systems Group
To the Stone family,
We are saddened to hear of the passing of Rod. Many of us worked with Rod on various air traffic and weather teams for over two decades. He always managed to bring a smile to everyone’s face. Rod will be greatly missed.
Our deepest condolences,
The staff at MIT Lincoln Laboratory Air Traffic Control & Weather Systems Group