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William Stokes Obituary
62, passed away, May 1 2017.
He is survived by his wife Belinda Stokes (Brooks); sisters, Maynita Stokes, Lori Brown, Rozella Durham; brother, Morris Stokes (San Diego, CA.); daughter Adrienne Everette, step sons, Kevin Brooks Sr. and James Brooks Sr. (Apryll); and 4 grandsons. . Funeral will be:12 noon Wednesday at St Stephen Baptist Church 1018 S. 15th St., with interment in Green Meadows Cemetery. Visitation will be 5-8pm Tuesday at the church. Professional services by Rodgers-Awkard & Lyons Funeral Home, 951 S. Preston St. (economywithdignity.com)
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DORIS HOLDER
May 10, 2017
BEECHER TERRACE, PRODUCED GOOD PEOPLE. YOUR FAMILY WAS ONE. I SEND LOVE TO EVERYONE OF YOU. I AM DarRELL MARTIN MOTHER .MRS DORIS HOLDER. SORRY I COULD NOT BE THERE TO HUG EACH ONE OF YOU. TO HIS DEAR WIFE .LOVE YOU ALSO AND WILL SEE YOU AT CHURCH.
Cassandra Segar
May 10, 2017
Belinda and Family,
Thinking of you in this time of sorrow. I knew Bill through my brother, Kevin Peters, who were good, good friends.
Kevin Pill Thurman
May 10, 2017
RIP Billy
Carol
May 9, 2017
RIH Stokey!!! You always made me laugh and it has been a pleasure knowing you!!! I loved hearing you call me KIRB!!! To Belinda and Family, you are in my prayers and I pray for God to continue to comfort you in this time of transition!!! Love you!!
May 9, 2017
Billskee is what I called you. I will miss your laughter, clowning around and your deep voice with a smile. My prayers are with you Belinda & family.
Pamela Burks, Louisville, KY
Allen Duvall
May 9, 2017
To the family:
Cousin Bill Stokes was a great man who never forgot where he came from. We often talked about our family in the country. He truly was a joy to be around. Although we did not see him often, he will remain in our memories forever. We are sorry that we cannot pay our condolences in person, but please know that you are in our hearts and prayers.
With greatest sympathy and love,
Allen Duvall, Burkesville, KY
Margie Duvall, formerly of Burkesville, KY
Sheila Bartlett
May 9, 2017
RIH Big Bill in the Morning as my brother call you, unc Bill you will be missed with all the jokes you new how to make us laugh but God needs you in heaven to make some other laugh, sending prayer to aunt Belinda and the rest of family.
Damita Adams
May 9, 2017
Our ride to Four Roses...Our shopping field trips....Ties....Socks...and knowing ties and handkerchiefs are not supposed to match! I'll miss you big guy!! Thanks for always being you!!!
Noble William I. Taylor #58
May 8, 2017
DT. Belinda: Although words cannot begin to ease the sorrow of your loss. Please know that there are so many who care. May GOD'S promise of eternal life and the memories of your loved one bring you comfort and peace.
Eugene Summers
May 8, 2017
The greatest DJ, friend and brother and one of the most articulate people I've had the pleasure of knowing. Love you bro. Eugene Summers(Zeke)
Dan J Williams
May 7, 2017
Bill Stokes was one man I will never forget!!! Growing up in Beech Terrace with him was a joy!!! He will ever be remembered at SSC as the gentle man with the voice you can not forget!!! Sis Stokes my payers are with you and your family!!!
Margie Nelson
May 7, 2017
Praying God's blessing and healing power to the entire Stokes family. RIP William Stokes. To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord.
Ann S. Reynolds
May 7, 2017
Bill, you will really be missed! Love you Belinda with deepest, deepest sympathy!
Michael McCrary
May 7, 2017
My condolences to the Stokes family
Michael Carter
May 7, 2017
Gone but never to be forgotten. We shared many go times together my friend. I will miss you! To the family earth has no sorrow the heaven cannot heal.
Mary Wallace
May 7, 2017
RIP Bill u will never be forgotten...
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