Martha Stoner

Martha Elizabeth Stoner, age 96, of Newcomb, MD, died on Tuesday, February 7, 2023, with her family by her side. Born on December 28, 1926, in Walkersville, MD, she was the daughter of the late Ernest P. Clem, Sr., and Blanche V. Clem. Martha spent her early childhood in Frederick and Libertytown, MD, until moving with her family at the age of 14 to Easton, MD. She was a graduate of Easton High School, Class of 1945. On September 20, 1946, she married Charles E. "Chuck" Stoner. They had been childhood friends when she lived in Frederick, resumed their friendship during World War II when they wrote letters to one another while he was serving overseas in the U.S. Army, and fell in love when he moved to Easton to be near her after his discharge from the Army -- thus leading to 76 years of wedded bliss. Their long-lived marriage was a true inspiration to many. Family was everything to Martha, and she devoted herself to making a loving, nurturing home for her family--a place where everyone was always welcome. For many years, she also provided childcare services for the children of family and friends. Her favorite pastimes throughout her life were reading, flower gardening, going to the beach, rooting for "the Ravens," enjoying the many cats she lovingly cared for, and spending time with family and friends. She was a member of the Royal Oak Community United Methodist Church since 1964. Martha was the heart of her family. Her caring, gentle spirit will be missed by all who knew her, and she will be lovingly remembered. In addition to her husband, she is survived by her daughter, Sue Marshall of Newcomb; her sister-in-law, Sally Clem of Easton; and many nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her grandson, Ben Harrison Marshall, and her three brothers, Ernest P. "Bucky" Clem, Jr., Millard "Bill" Clem, and Roland Clem. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, March 18, 2023, at 2 p.m. at the Royal Oak Community United Methodist Church, 6968 Bellevue Road, Royal Oak, MD. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be made to Talbot Humane, PO Box 1143, Easton, MD 21601 or to the Royal Oak Community United Methodist Church, PO Box 126, Royal Oak, MD 21662.

Martha Stoner

December 28, 1926 - February 7, 2023