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Kenneth Stokes Obituary

Kenneth Earl Stokes

Micanopy - Kenneth Earl Stokes (62) of Micanopy entered into the master's joy on Thursday July 29th, 2021 at The Haven Hospice of Gainesville.

The Celebration of life service for Kenneth Stokes will held on Saturday August 7th at 1:00 at The Greater Bethel A.M.E Church 701 S.E 43rd Street Gainesville Fl. Bishop Christopher Stokes will be the Eulogist.

Kenneth leave to Cherish his memory:

Kendrick Malcom Stokes (Son) Sisters Sandra Kaye Daniels, Melanie Dees, Lavada Stokes Bradshaw April Stokes Reese. Brothers: Alexander Stokes, Mitchell Stokes, Bishop Christopher Stokes.

The family will meet at Greater Bethel A.M.E Church at 12:45pm.

In Lieu of Flowers, The Family ask that

Donations be made to The Willie Mae Stokes Community Center in Honor of Kenneth Stokes.

P.O Box 305

Micanopy Fl, 32667

phillipwiley.com

352-475-2000

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Gainesville Sun from Aug. 4 to Aug. 5, 2021.

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Karen Lewis

August 10, 2021

The news of Ken's passing truly broke my heart. To his family and friends, I keep you all lifted up in prayer during this very difficult time. Ken until we meet again R.I.P. my love.

Mary Ellen Young

August 7, 2021

I was so saddened to hear of Ken's passing. I worked with him at UF. He was an amazing, kind, compassionate man. We will miss him!

Richard Jones Jr

August 7, 2021

He was a great friend. May all blessings be with him!!!

Loretta Stewart

August 7, 2021

My condolences to the Stokes family. Sending love and prayers.

Mormetha Johnson

August 6, 2021

Well Kenny, my classmate, my friend, and sometimes furniture mover(with the assistance of the 1st Lady). Going to miss those chance run in to's about the town talking about the ole school days and kids. I Thank God and your Family for Sharing you with us and to let you know that you did make a difference with that Big Smile that made Us Smile even when we didn't want to. See you later, and don't make God Laugh to Much:)

Cathy D. Thomas

August 6, 2021

My condolences to the family during their time of grief. May God and the sweet memories you hold sustain you today and the days to come.

Joel DeCoursey Jr

August 5, 2021

May God bless the family in this most difficult time.

Carrie herring

August 5, 2021

My sympathy goes out to the sister's and brother's of Kenny, Kenny was a wonderful person he always made me smile when ever I was around him, he will truly be miss. May your heart's be filled with great memories and joy as you celebrate a life well lived

Lawrence & Cynthia Vinson

August 5, 2021

Omg we just learned of Kenneth passing. He always had you laughing whenever you saw him. Sandra and the rest of the family you all are in our thoughts and prayers. The Vinsons

Mary Milligan

August 5, 2021

Heartfelt and Deepest Sympathy.RIH

Angela

August 5, 2021

Words cannot heal the pain of losing someone so dear. May God give you the strength to overcome the pain. I can not find the words to express what I am feeling at this time. He will be greatly missed.

Kevis

August 5, 2021

Every time I see Kenny he would say hey lil Jr Sanders with a smile on his face gonna miss hiim.

The Bradshaw family

August 5, 2021

Sorry to hear of your passing,my brother, family be encouraged we are Praying always for you: Kenny kept us all with smiles.

Tarolyn Waymon

August 5, 2021

I am still processing the words hearing of his death. Kenneth was always making you laugh even when I didn't want to. Memories of him will be with the family and friends. He was an extended family member and a friend.

Annetta McCloud

August 5, 2021

I am still in disbelief that my friend is gone. Ken had been a great presence in our family. He humor was infectious. My heart aches, but God knows best. Forever in our hearts.

Tarolyn Waymon

August 5, 2021

My heart has been heavy since I learned that Kenneth was gone. He would make me laugh even when I didn't want to. He will be missed; enjoy all the precious memories and his love of family.

Sandra Daniels

August 5, 2021

My Brother, my brother it's so hard it's hard not only for me but for so many you have been the life of the family and friends we will always keep you in the our hearts. Rest on my brother I will always LOVE YOU

Brenda Graham

August 5, 2021

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Rev.Michael T. Johnson

August 5, 2021

Kenneth was a bright light in the mist of the darkness of this world. He was such a great asset at work and every where he had the priviledge to help others. He will be missed . We encourage the family and epecially Bishop Christopher Stokes to know that God will carry you through.

Eleanor Boston

August 5, 2021

It was with great sadness to hear of the passing of away of Kenny, as we called him. Family may your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Maxine Rutledge

August 5, 2021

Kenny was the nicest person that you ever wanted to meet, he was always the same, I really appreciate knowing him.

PAULA BATIE

August 5, 2021

Truly sorry your loss, Kenneth was a nice person, I know he will be missed.

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