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James Stokes Obituary
July 27, 1952 - February 20, 2024
Branchville, South Carolina - James M. Stokes, born on July 27, 1952, in Branchville, Orangeburg County, SC, passed away peacefully at his home on February 20, 2024, at the age of 71 in Beaufort, SC.
James dedicated 34 years to the field of education, serving as a teacher, coach, and administrative assistant. He held the position of Head Football Coach at Jasper High School, Battery Creek High School, Calhoun County High School, and Estill High School. In 1992, he was honored as the Associated Press SC Coach of the Year at Jasper High School and received numerous other coaching awards throughout his career.
He graduated from Wilkinson High School in Orangeburg, SC, in 1970. James furthered his education at South Carolina State College, earning a Bachelor of Science in 1974, and later obtained a Master of Education from Cambridge College in 2002.
James is survived by his loving wife of 37 years, Jean Stokes, and leaves behind a legacy cherished by his six siblings, John B Stokes Jr (Margaret) of Covington, GA; Minnie Branch (Charles) of Ladson, SC; Brenda Sistrunk (Rev. Julius C); Cecil Stokes of Louisville, KY; Ronald Stokes (Charlene) of Orangeburg, SC; Donald Stokes (Sharon) of Orangeburg, SC. He is also survived by his three children: James M Stokes Jr. (Felicia) of Charlotte, NC; Jaime Mack Porterfield of Columbia, SC; Jamari Stokes of Orangeburg, SC, six grandchildren, and twelve nieces and nephews. James was preceded in death by his parents, Louise and John B. Stokes.
A Celebration of Life for James M. Stokes will be held on March 25, 2024, at 1:00 PM at The Beaufort Yacht and Sailing Club, 30 Yacht Club Dr., Beaufort, SC. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Second Helpings.
The Martin Funeral Home in Estill, SC, is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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