Stamford Land Conservation Trust Honors Life Of Former President

STAMFORD, CT — The Stamford Land Conservation Trust (SLCT) is honoring the life and legacy of former president John Stone, whose leadership and commitment to conservation helped shape the organization’s work preserving open space in Stamford.

Stone died Feb. 7 at the age of 65.

Colleagues, friends and community members remembered him as an enthusiastic and engaged leader whose dedication to nature, open space and environmental stewardship guided his work with the conservation organization.

During his tenure as president, Stone played a key role in advancing efforts to preserve land and green space across Stamford.

According to an announcement from the SLCT, he actively supported new initiatives and took part in stewardship activities and events, including documenting preserves through drone photography and participating in land walks with fellow board members and volunteers. Stone had previously served on the organization’s board for several years before becoming president.

Under his leadership, the SLCT continued its work protecting about 550 acres across 50 preserves in Stamford, helping ensure the land remains protected and accessible for future generations.

The organization said Stone was widely known for his enthusiasm, optimism and ability to encourage those around him, with many who worked alongside him recalling the impact of his passion for conservation and community engagement.

The SLCT said it will continue its mission of preserving open space in the spirit of stewardship that defined Stone’s leadership.

In lieu of flowers, Stone’s family and friends have requested that donations be made to the SLCT to support the preservation and protection of open space in Stamford. Contributions can be made through a dedicated option on the organization’s website at stamfordland.org.