Brian Peter Stone, 1947–2026, Navy veteran who ‘always made his family his priority’

Brian Peter Stone, of Waltham, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was 78.

A devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend, Brian was a kind and loving man who always made his family his priority. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy and, following his honorable discharge in 1967, began a distinguished career as a draftsman at Polaroid Corporation, where he dedicated more than three decades of service and met the love of his life, Mary Jane Stone.

Brian was a longtime member of American Legion Post 440, and he truly possessed a servant’s heart. Above all, he cherished time spent with his family, especially at gatherings where his warmth, humor, and steady presence brought everyone together.

Predeceased by his beloved siblings, Mary Ellen Sullivan, Thomas Stone, Joseph Stone, David Stone, and Peter Stone.

Brian is survived by his loving and devoted daughter, Elizabeth Seymour, and her children, Brandon Seymour and Alyssa Lowes, all of Del City, Oklahoma; and his stepdaughter Cynthia Christie and her husband Marc of Epson, New Hampshire. He also leaves to cherish his memory his brothers, John Stone of Auburndale and Kevin Stone and his wife, Madeline, of Billerica, along with many nieces, nephews, extended family members and dear friends who will miss him deeply.

Family and friends are respectfully invited to gather and remember the love and friendship Brian shared during visiting hours on Tuesday, Feb. 24 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. in The Mary Catherine Chapel of Brasco & Sons Memorial Chapels located, 773 Moody Street Waltham. A celebration of Brian’s life will begin at 5:30 p.m.

In commemoration of his honorable and faithful service, presentations will be offered by The American Legion Post 440 and the United States Navy.

Burial will be held privately for Brian’s family.