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Bunny Stokes, Jr. Obituary
The legendary Bunny Stokes, Jr. was a part of the Birmingham working community for over fifty years. He began a long and distinguished banking career at Citizens Federal Savings Bank in 1968. For over fifteen years, Bunny Stokes served in several senior executive positions before succeeding his great
friend and mentor Dr. A. G. Gaston upon his passing in January 1996. It was at this time that he became the Chairman and President/CEO of Citizens Federal Savings Bank, a position he held until the bank merged with Citizens Trust Bank of Atlanta in February 2003. Bunny Stokes held the position of President, Alabama Division of Citizens Trust Bank until his retirement in June 2016.
During his banking tenure, Bunny Stokes gained valuable outside experience selling residential and commercial property throughout Alabama as an associate broker with Vulcan Realty and Investment Company, Sirman Realty Company and RealtySouth Real Estate. Bunny Stokes’ achievements and contributions were recognized with numerous awards, including Business Leader of the Year, awarded by Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, and the Alumni Merit Award from Booker T. Washington Business College. He received recognition of his leadership and executive capabilities from then Governor Guy Hunt who appointed him Honorary Lieutenant Colonel and Aide- de-Camp in the Alabama State Militia in 1988. He served on numerous boards: Federal Reserve Board Advisory Committee of Financial Institutions of the Sixth District, Board of Directors of the Alabama Community Bankers Association, Alabama State Savings and Loan Association, State Health Planning and Development Agency, Booker T. Washington Insurance Company, Baptist Health System, Birmingham Area Chamber of Commerce, Community Development Corporation, Stillman College, Miles College, Region 20/20, Alabama Symphony, Operation New Birmingham, United Way, Better Business Bureau, AAA of Alabama, Alabama School of Fine Arts, FNMA Advisory Board of Atlanta, A.G. Gaston Boys and Girls Club, and The Entrepreneurial Center. He also was a member of the M Bank of the America’s Community Bankers of Washington, DC and the Birmingham Association of Urban Bankers.
Bunny Stokes served on the deacon board at Sixth Avenue Baptist Church. He was a graduate of Parker High School, Booker T. Washington Business College, and an alumnus of Birmingham Southern College. He completed advanced programs with the American Real Estate Institute and the Institute of Financial Education in Chicago, as well as the Dale Carnegie Institute. Mr. Stokes is survived by his wife Della, two children: son, Trenton V. Stokes and daughter, Tierra Rosales, and one granddaughter, Whitney Lawson.
Viewing will be held Thursday, June 24, 2021 from 12:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. at Smith & Gaston Southside Chapel Graveside service will be held Friday June 25, 2021 at 11:00 A.M. at Elmwood Cemetery.
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for Bunny Stokes, Jr.
Randall
November 26, 2025
Mr. Bunny Stokes will truly be missed.
Tina Price
September 6, 2023
Bunny, we are still missing you. We treasure the time that we spent with you and Della during our short times together. We just came across a picture of you, Della, Jim and Dollie that we had taken the last time we were together at one of the class reunions. You will always be in our hearts and mind.
Love, Willie and Tina
Tia-Symone q Wells
November 17, 2021
Sweet, sweet, sweet Mr. Bunny, I am so honored to have gotten to know you. You were such a good man inside and out. Being your caregiver was more than just a job, you treated me like family as if I were the daughter you never had. Thank you for the kindness you showed me and the unconditional love. May you continue to rest in Heavenly Paradise where I know you'd rather be, and where I know you belong.
Rest On,
Tia
Willie &Tina
June 30, 2021
Bunny, it was such deviated bad news to hear about your passing. I remember the good times we all had growing up 1block apart in East Thomas, playing and going to church together together. You will be truly missed. May God continue to bless Della, your children and the rest of your family.
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Essence Brock Booker
June 28, 2021
To Della and family, I am so sorry to hear the passing of Bunny. Your memories of him are far greater than any words and sadness I can express. Although it has been a long time dear cousin, I will cherish the memories.
Greg Griffin
June 27, 2021
I met Bunny Stokes when I started my first adult job as Associate General Counse at A. G. Gaston Enterprises. Bunny Stokes by example taught me how to be loyal. He knew how to be loyal without compromising his morals and integrity by setting boundaries that others had to respect. I did not know that he had passed otherwise I like many others would have attended his services. Whenever I think of Dr. Gaston I think of Bunny Stokes and I love them both for the lessons they taught me. The two of them are together again resting in peace and assisting the Lord. My condolences to Bunny´s family especially the love of his life his wife Della.
Mrs. J. D. Bayles
June 25, 2021
I pray God Bless You as you enter the Gates of Heaven.
Donell Smith & Family
June 25, 2021
RIP
Claude HooksJr
June 25, 2021
In loving memory of a wonderful person , friend and one of " The Guys". I will always remember our association in Busines Ventures, Club memberships, Social Interactions, Real Estate Ventures & Association , Church Relationships, and as Friends. We will love you and miss you always.
Bonnie, your cousin Mary, better known to you as knitter loves you but God Tyson ,Mary
June 25, 2021
I have known my cousin Bonnie every since I was big enough to remember him, I’ll never forget how he used to come down from Birmingham to the country and visit us and when we came up to Birmingham he would make sure that he saw us before we leave to go back to the country. I remember he came to my moms funeral. Bonnie, your cousin Mary, better known to you as knitter loves you but God loves you best so sleep on my dear cousin and take your rest
Charlene Porter
June 25, 2021
Bunny was a very nice and friendly man. Very kind-hearted. He will be truly missed. Mrs. Charlene Porter
Rick Barlow
June 25, 2021
I had the pleasure and privilege to know Bunny when I provided security at the bank for several years. He was an admirable man, not only in his accomplishments but in his pleasantness with people. I saw him with some of the biggest power players in Birmingham and saw him interact with homeless people and there was no difference in how he treated them. They all were treated with the same pleasantness and respect. Rest in peace and God Bless, Sir. We will share a snack can of peanuts again in the next life My condolences and prayers go to his family
James and Regina Williams
June 24, 2021
Mr. Stokes was a very nice person always had a smile for you. We pray Supernatural Peace during this time..
Brenda Ferguson
June 24, 2021
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Leticia Maxwell Coar
June 24, 2021
Our deepest sympathy to the Stokes family. Praying for you "boots" lifelong friend.
Carlton B. Stewart
June 24, 2021
I grew up in East Thomas with Bunny. We were classmates at Tuggle Elementary and Parker High. I know that this is a time but he will always be remembered as one of the smartest guys during our era. You might remember me as `CarBaby´
Mary Alice Lassiter
June 24, 2021
To the Stokes family, you have my deepest sympathy. The last time Bunny and I was together we had a great time. Lots of laughter and small talk. He will be truly missed
Laura Ruth Smith
June 24, 2021
My deepest sympathy to Della, Bett, JessieRee, Will and family. For we know that Bunny is absent from the body and present with the Lord.
Sending healing prayers and comforting hugs.
Jim Dye
June 24, 2021
I am proud to consider him a friend, a guide from his RealtySouth days and I have much respect. Condolences to his family.
Michael Lawson
June 24, 2021
In loving memory of a wonderful person.
Allison Page
June 23, 2021
I am so sorry for your loss ,Prayers going up to you and your family doing this time
Patricia Glenn
June 23, 2021
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Monday memories - Baskin&Robbins and grape juice at his Mom and Dads house Trenton , I love you!
Bertha and Leroy Cooks
June 23, 2021
To Della, Bet, Jessieree, Will and the entire Bunny Stokes’ family. You have our deepest sympathy. We are praying for the family. Leroy and Bertha Cooks MD.
Dorothy Sanders Slones
June 23, 2021
Della,
So sorry to hear of the loss of your husband.Please accept my sincere heartfelt condolences.
The Andrews Family
June 23, 2021
Sending our prayers to the Stokes Family. We are very sorry for your loss and pray for God's strength at this difficult time. God bless you.
John and Deborah Bonner
June 23, 2021
Our heart goes out to the Stokes Family and Friends. Please know that we wish you peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Linda F. Allen
June 22, 2021
I would like to extend, My heartfelt sympathy to the Stokes Family. My, husband
Lewis Allen III was a co-worker & close friend to Mr. Stokes.
Our, Prayer's & thoughts are with You. In, these trying times
Mrs. Linda Allen
& Son's
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