Remembering our friend Robert Stone
Robert Stone was the kind of guy that makes the dreams of Invisible Children come to life. He was a true millennial revolutionary, dedicated to the idea that we are citizens of the same planet, worthy of justice and peace. His compassion and commitment to people who were less fortunate turned to a focus on the war in northern Uganda when he was a senior at John Jay Senior High School. After attending and Invisible Children screening, he was elated to finally find a cause that fit his heart. Not only did he attend and work the Displace ME event, he recently volunteered and was a photographer for The Rescue event in New York City.
While in high school and college at Marist, he always encouraged others to take part with Invisible Children and always mentioned IC to everyone. One of his life dreams was to be a roadie for Invisible Children when he graduated college. He wanted to be a part of the Invisible Children family in California, but we all know he already was. He will always be missed and loved by his family and friends, and his passion for justice and peace in east Africa will remain his legacy.
Thank you Rob for your unending love and dedication to the people of northern Uganda, and to others. We all will remember you. A life lived with purpose. A legacy left in love. November 23, 1989 to November 13, 2009.
Megan Stone
Thank you for writing this, my brother is everthing said in this and nothing less. He is the best. I love you big brother and I promise to carry out your dream; to change the world.
Nov 16, 2009 @ 1:28 pm
Elora Stack
This is beautiful. Rob was a great friend. My best friend, and I know that this post is a great tribute to him. This picture is the first time he ever got to see the white house, and I remember he was so excited for me to take the picture, so he had proof. He loved invisible children so much, and he spread that love and inspired every one around him. Thank you.
Rest in peace Rob.
Nov 16, 2009 @ 1:30 pm
Rebecca Centeno
Thank you IC… and I am so glad we could get this done. We will always remember you Rob. This is our small token of thanks for the beauty you brought to this world.
Nov 16, 2009 @ 1:30 pm
HAVENS
Many thanks IC. Rob was a good friend, an amazing person, & an inspiring photographer. We had a brilliant time documenting the Rescue together. Much love goes to his family…
Marie
Nov 16, 2009 @ 2:39 pm
bette simmons
i did not know rob all that well but my family new him very well but what i knew was only good things, rob will be missed my many people and my heart is broken over this. rob will always be remembered. my heart goes out to his family and his extended family the Peshniak’s
Nov 16, 2009 @ 6:49 pm
K
He was a great man and will not be forgotten.
Nov 16, 2009 @ 8:05 pm
Clifford
I two am sorry to hear about this, I’m not totally familiar with this site, but I am apart of Invisible Children at my high school and I’m saddened to hear about the loss of this young man, who was dedicated to the Invisible Children cause.
Nov 16, 2009 @ 9:13 pm
Bobby
This is really awesome of you to do. I think it means a lot to everyone to see Rob receiving this recognition. Thank you so much.
Nov 17, 2009 @ 12:45 am
Bethany
love you Rob. In life and in memories. Thanks for everything you have done with us, for us, for the people of Uganda. You are missed. But we’ll carry on the fight for you.
So much love to the Stone family. Rob was one of a kind.
Nov 17, 2009 @ 7:09 am
Mike Vizzi
Rob was one an absolute first-class human being. One of the few I’ve met in my life. When he talked about this organization with such passion and fervor, he made me want to get out there and make a difference. A lot of people say they want to change the world, but Rob was sincerely planning on it. In the all-too-short time I knew him, he displayed a compassion for his fellow man, both friend and stranger, that never failed to surprise and inspire me. He is (and will be) greatly missed.
Nov 17, 2009 @ 11:07 am
ajm
love you rob, we’re keeping you around in spirit
Nov 18, 2009 @ 4:10 pm
sheri
My daughter attended a church camp (camp hammer) when she first heard of Invisible Chilren, she was so inspired, she now wants to start a group at her high school… I didn’t know Rob but he sounds like he was an incredible young energetic person. I know his family must be very proud of his dedication to this cause. He is still doing much needed work at his “Home In Heaven” ~Blessings~ Sheri
Nov 19, 2009 @ 12:27 pm
Alvaro Sarria
I never met him but I volunteer for IC and have been in love with the cause for years, just like Rob was. Thank you for the beautiful dedication. The world needs more people like you.
Nov 19, 2009 @ 8:51 pm
Deana
rest in peace<3
Nov 21, 2009 @ 10:25 am
-Courtney
Rest in peace… today would be his birthday.
Nov 23, 2009 @ 7:44 am
rosaespanola
Rest in peace Rob. And Happy Birthday. <3
Nov 23, 2009 @ 9:13 pm