Randy Stone Obituary

Miss you everyday bogie. Every darn tootin day. Love you so much and forever. BF3Ks

Sixteen years later, I still feel the void in my life with you not here. I think of you often and often wonder, " What would Rand say about that"..xo Joey

2024
Another year without your adorable playful loving ways. Missing you here but loving you always. Never Ending.

Randy I met you as a boy when your Dad brought you & your siblings where your Mom & I were working on La Cienega bd, you were handsome then & grew up to be a good looking man I followed your career & friendship with Jody Foster & often wonder is she stayed in touch with your Mom? RIP sweet Randy

Hey Randy- you left us 16 years ago. Just remembering when we were 16 years old. We had just finished our first semester in High School. You were 6 months away from becoming the JBHS mascot. You were a year or so away from The Glass Menagarie. That's how long it's been. Much has transpired since 2006. Just wanted to tell you that your legacy and spirit lives on... and we miss you.

Another year without you near ~ though in reality your spirit and love are forever everywhere. Love you beautiful Randy. Always did ~ always will.

Crazy to think that its been over eight years since you left this world. Your legacy is far reaching and I'll always remember your willingness to help others.

Will never forget u randy or the things u taught me.joey

Randy is always in our hearts & minds & loving prayers!

I miss you more than ever.

I just found this web page. I was so sad to hear of the loss of a great soul. I knew Randy and Bob back on Sparks in Burbank. Randy left a lasting impression on me. He wasn't the type of man you would soon forget. He will be missed by all who shared time with him.
God speed Randy

I just found this web page. I was so sad to hear of the loss of a great soul. I knew Randy and Bob back on Sparks in Burbank. Randy left a lasting impression on me. He wasn't the type of man you would soon forget. He will be missed by all who shared time with him.
God speed Randy

It has been a while . .my friend . . but when I read about the FOR SALE of Bette Davis' Colonial House Condo in the LA Times yesterday . . . . . the memories came flooding back!!!! How you so beautifully 'refurbished' her last home! The first to live there after her passing! It was beautiful. There are so many places/homes you colored here! And I pass them all often . .and think of you. Love you Randy . . . Booh aka Bonnie

I stumbled on all of the unfortunate news of this'young man's' death.

I would like to volunteer for Trevor's hotline. I am handicapped and would have to work from my home in Rockport, MA.

Please feel free to call me.
Every life is important....I will always believe that. And if I can play a role in helping only one life, that's one very precious life still here on Earth to help others.

God bless.

Kate Starr/Kathryn E. Starr
978-546-3526 (name + #, not address, listed).

167 Main Street, Unit B
Rockport, MA 01966
[email protected]

Randy
Wow! So this is how a thirty year search,is that the Randy I know, ends.
We attended Jordan Jr. High And Burroughs High together. In high school we sat across from each other in shop class. I can still remember your hazel eyes,expressive brows,thick dark wavey mostly disheveled hair,and non stop off the wall wit. You would sneak up on me at school,lock me in a bear hug or put your hands over my eyes just to hear me squeal "Randy stop it". For some reason the way I said It made you laugh everytime.
Some years later I caught a glimpse of you on "Charlies Angels". It was a bit part,all of three words. I thought I was seeing things.
Many years passed,I came across a magazine, in the doctors office. On the front cover I saw the name Randy Stone and a picture Of Jodie Foster with a very handsome man,who looked like you. I thought,there is no flippen way this is the Randy Stone I know. How could he have achieved this.
A couple of months ago I was looking at the Burroughs memorial page and there was your name. My heart sank. I immediately looked up Jodie Foster And Randy Stone and saw that this Randy had also passed away. I read the obituary. It mentioned your brother Jeff and Burroughs High. I knew then,after thirty years of wondering,that Randy Stone the Academy and Emmy award winner,casting director,producer and co-founder of Trevor was the same boy I sat across from so many years ago.
Your life has played out like a made for TV movie,where I had a bit part. All of three words"Randy stop it".

Job well done Randy. Till we meet again.
Mary Stephens Akers

I met Randy in high school, my Grama lived down the street from his house on Sparks. I never forgot him and to this day when I see his old house when I visit Burbank I think of "coat hanger shoulders" and one special year with a boy who could make me laugh till I cried. The world was a much better place because he was in it.

Bogie,
Bye for now.
BF3K's

Dear Dear Randy
I love and miss you
Thoughts bring smiles
Friends are Always
Always
Booh

Randy,
I too was surprised to hear of your passing.
I met you when I took your class at that tiny little theatre you rented in Burbank. I was always came away from that class elated from your praise and invigorated from your insights. At the time I did not realize you were only 5 years older than me, 5 years that means much less in our forties than it did in my 20's.
You cast me in both Cheers and Gimme A Break! and I am so grateful for the boost in confidence those gave me.
In the period between then and now when I left acting for a while, I thought I would try to reconnect with you for a shot of that enthusiasm that you were always able to impart. Sadly, I never did, and now I never can.
Thanks for everything. You'll stay in my heart.

My dearest friend Randy, You and I had so much fun singing Streisand songs, going to the Star is Born premier(that was a big deal back then, being the first to take film acting classes as teenagers at Charles Conrad Studio's, you at ALP and me at Richard Goldstones, working in the biz right out of high school...laughing during the rehearsals of Godspell and just hanging out with eachother...I fell in love with you all over again seeing you during the October Burroughs 30 year high school reunion and the dinner we all had at Cha Cha's previous to that event! Hearing you weave those wonderful stories, your infectous laughter, your handsome face and piercing eyes and how we laughed over the "hair dilema"! I love you sweetie and always will. You are a void in my heart! My dear friend. Love Viki-Dawn Deckman-Moeller xoxo

I had the privelege of meeting Randy through The Trevor Project. The joy that was Randy, will forever be remembered. Thank you Randy for sharing your gifts and talent with those around you. Your life touched many.

Much Love,
Beckie

Dear Randy,
I was shocked when Jodie Foster mentioned your name at the Oscars, however grateful she shared the news with the world, but saddened to think that you are no longer here. It seems just like yesterday when we were in acting class together while you were in high school, and later worked together briefly at ALP where you began your career in casting. And we saw each other again in Malibu, but I got mystified by my book and we lost touch. I'm sorry about that! Do you remember when you met my spirit friend, Henry, and asked about your future? Henry said 'beyond your wildest dreams'. Well, he was right about that, but I didn't readily accept his story about your past, and wonder if some reference was ever made about your - altogether too short life, as he had shared with us about Greg's brother Ron. I'm truly sorry we missed those clues! I will never forget your smiling face and buoyant personality. Please come back soon, and if it's so within the next 48 years, feel free to make contact and tap me on the shoulder. I promise to pay attention!
Sincerely,
Jack

Dear Randy -- I was very surprised to hear of your passing at such a young age. I feel blessed to have known you in Jr. High and High School in Burbank. I was two years behind you, but will always remember how nice you were to me and how much fun it was to be around you... You are an amazing soul to have touched those of us from years past with your charm, quick wit and kindness... It is a great tribute to have so many fondly remember you after all those years have passed. Life is so short for everyone, but it seems like you were able to have lived life to the fullest. May your spirit be happy and free and may all the love you shared here on earth continue throughout eternity. My prayers are with you, your family and friends.

Randy,
You gave me such incredible insight and taught me life lessons that I carry with me till this very day. You made me laugh; you made me cry... I am without a doubt a better person for the time we spent together while you were here with us. I miss you my friend..Love Joey

I was also not aware of Randy's passing until Jodie mentioned last night. First met this delightful person in the late seventies and fell in love at once. What a talent, what a personality... he was the best! I think of the "old" times and old friends... Linda, Hal, Rod, Jean, Mary, Terri, Meredith, Alan and on and on... I know I have a great photo from 1984 in New Orleans... I'll find it and send it on.

I was not aware of Randy's passing until the Academy Awards. My older sister was in his class at Burroughs High School in Burbank and what I remembered of Randy was his vibrant personality. I would go with my sister and she and her friends would hang out. I remember gathering enough courage to ask him (I was extremely shy) the age old question - what are you going to do after high school? He told me - casting. I was much later impressed by the fact he did what he set out to do and have always thought highly of him. He was a nice soul.
I have written a poem that is fitting for Randy.

Remember
You cry not for me, but for yourself; I brought you joy that is what you miss.
Even though I am not solid in mass; still I move your heart.
I am the energy you sense.
I will always bring you joy; if you do not forget me.

I was not aware of Randy's passing until the Academy Adwards. My older sister was in his class at Burroughs High School in Burbank and what I remebered of Randy was his vibrant personality. I would go with my sister and she and her friends would hang out. I remember gathering enough courage to ask him (I was extermely shy) the age old question - what are you going to do after high school? He told me - casting. I was much later impressed by the fact he did what he set out to do and have always thought highly of him. He was a nice soul.
I have written a poem that is fitting for Randy.

Remember
You cry not for me, but for yourself; I brought you joy that is what you miss.
Even though I am not solid in mass; still I move your heart.
I am the energy you sense.
I will always bring you joy; if you do not forget me.

Dear Randy,

You and Shana were 27 years old when you chose me to be your intern at Paramount. I remember sharing our sadness at the Shuttle explosion and the West Side Story dance step you would do to make me laugh. It was a fun, magical time for me. I'm glad Jodi Foster mentioned your passing last night. Your dear friend's kindness will enable many to say goodbye. Shana once said to me, "Randy likes you." I always liked you too Randy and kept fond memories of you. I'm so sorry you are gone. May God comfort your family and friends during this sorrowful time.

Dear Randy,
You made quite an impression on me in the early 80s when I got to know you through Arek and Bob. To a 13-year-old boy you were impossibly cool with your convertible mercedes, Michael Jackson's thriller on your carstereo and latest RayBan sunglasses. You were always kind to me and had a wonderful smile. Although I haven't seen you in many years now I always kept up with you in the news. I was therefore very sad to learn about your passing on the Oscars last night, but a fitting tribute to an Oscar-winner and true lover of Hollywood. With love and fondest wishes, Martin Boer (Amsterdam, Netherlands)

Randy,
Jody mentioned your passing at the Oscar's tonight and I was stunned. A flood of memories cascaded through my mind as I pondered my time knowing you. You are the reason I live here in Los Angeles. You told me to relinquish all my fears and quit finding excuses to move here from NYC. And so I did. Your pragmatic, humorous and bitingly wise demeanor was infectious to be around, even if it was nearly 6 or 7 years since I last saw you. I lost a friend tonight and I will forever have a place for you in my heart as I always have.
Namaste,
Your not-so-"green" anymore friend,

Dear Marie and family
I was so saddened by the news of Randy's death. Please know you are all in my thoughts and prayers at this time. My best to you and your family.
Patty
Hinsdale Il

Randy, I just learned of your passing from Jody Foster on the Academy Awards. I trained you for your first New York Marathon.

May you rest in peace.

Cheryl Anker, Off 'N Running Tours

Randy,
Dinner at Nina & Lief's will never be the same without you with your "Big Gulp" in hand. You always treated us like family and we will miss your kind, smiling face and your quick wit. You will always be in our hearts.

Hey Randy,
I feel fortunate to have known you. Your meek, kind nature spoke volumes to many...You will be missed my friend... Duke

God Bless the Family Randy gave us a great collection of his work we will always have, Thank You Sir. God Speed Your journey.. Prayers, Jesuitjim

Ad Astra. Randy -- sorry to give you a cigarette at the show last year... you were a bright bold mind in the writing world and a gleaming human being capable of unjaded kindness. The writing world is kind of dimmer, with us the living here trying to quit smoking and keep faith in the word.

My Dear Randy,
Life was never ordinary when you were around. You always had the rare ability to make any evening an event. You will be missed.
Johnny

Randy,
I can't believe your gone. You will be missed and remembered with many smiles.
Brendan

I knew Randy back in his early TV days too (hi, Ginny!). He had great taste in his work and life, and it was a pleasure to get one of his puckish smiles. I still treasure an audio tape he made of a song he recorded. He could have had a career as a singer -- he was that good.

Randy was the brother I never had. He was always there for me and my son. Randy and I would often spend hours on the phone at night chatting between New York and California. He was a genius when it came to the television and movie industry. He put his heart and soul into making "A Little Thing Called Murder" and I thank you for that. Randy I love you so and will miss you and the wonderful stories you used to tell me.

Randy was one of the first people I met when I started a career with Alan Landsburg Productions/The Landsburg Company in 1979. He was already well on his way along the Casting path as a young, erstwhile and energetic assistant to Linda Otto and Joan Barnett. It's clear he learned all the best of their considerable casting talents and no wonder that he went on to become an extremely successful casting director and producer in his own right. Always bubbling, always bright-eyed, Randy brought an effervesence to all he undertook. He's gone from us far too young and too soon.

With sincere condolences to his family and close colleagues, and with warmest memories,

Ginny Levy

Randy,
You were a great friend to many and cared more for others than you did for yourself. The numerous people you helped and touched will be forever remembered. I will miss you. Thank you for being a good friend.

Randy has been the closest of friends with my brothers and me ever since we moved here from Michigan. He regularly dropped by, always in a spiffy car and usually with his dog(s). We had many a family supper together, and we all loved hearing Randy's entertaining stories about life in the entertainment business. I'm honored to have been friends with Randy.