Verda Miracle Stone
Verda Miracle Stone, 91, passed away on March 7, 2025, in Collegedale, Tn.
She was born on Nov. 20, 1933, in Tazwell, Tn. Verda dedicated her life to caring for others as an LPN at various locations in Knoxville and Chattanooga.
In her later years, she enjoyed activities and the residents at Morning Pointe Greenbriar Cove Assisted Living in Ooltewah. A special thanks to the dedicated staff for the outstanding care she received in her later years.
Verda was a devoted member of the Chattanooga Primitive Baptist Church, where she cherished the fellowship and faith.
Her love of nature was evident in her passion for birdwatching and frequent visits to the Chattanooga Nature Center, as well as her love for the mountains.
She was preceded in death by brothers, Isaac and Roscoe Miracle and nephew Milton Hembree.
Verda is survived by her loving husband of 46 years, John Stone; stepdaughters, Brenda (Roger) Kidwell and Vickie (Chip) Henson; granddaughter Heather (Matt) Dey, grandsons Evan (Nikki) Kidwell, Taylor (Anna) Kidwell, Eric (Brandy) Henson; 5 great grandchildren, Wiley Kidwell, Crew Kidwell, Frances Kidwell, Elliana Dey, Alexa Dey; sister Lily (Dewey) Hembree; brothers Elder Conley Miracle and Bascom Miracle; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, March 12, at 2 p.m. at the North Chapel of Chattanooga Funeral Home, with Elder Andrew Huffman, and Elder James Hindman officiating. Interment will follow in Hamilton Memorial Gardens.
The family will receive friends from 12 p.m. until service time at North Chapel.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Chattanooga Primitive Baptist Church, 811 Runyan Drive Chattanooga, Tn. 37405.
Arrangements are by the North Chapel of Chattanooga Funeral Home, Crematory, and Florist, 5401 Highway 153, Hixson, Tn. 37343. Please share your thoughts and memories at www.chattanooganorthchapel.com