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Bruce Stokes Obituary
February 13, 1953 - May 29, 2021
Lizella, Georgia - Bruce Stokes, 68, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, May 29, 2021. A Celebration of his life will be on Tuesday, June 1, 2021 at 2:00 p.m. in the chapel of Snow's Memorial Chapel, Pio Nono. Burial will be in Glen Haven Cemetery with Dr. David Carter officiating. The family will greet friends on Monday, May 31, 2021 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home.
Bruce was born in Macon, Georgia to the Charles A. and Laura Bloodworth Stokes. He was retired from Armstrong World Industries after thirty years of service. He was a member of the United Steel Worker Local #461 in Macon. Bruce was the owner of B & S Stokes farm working with his son Chad. He was a multi generation farmer and was a member of the Georgia Cattleman Association and the National Cattleman Association. Bruce enjoyed raising cattle, going to Biloxi and especially Friday night Buggy Town Auction with his buddy Rob. Bruce attended Bethel United Methodist Church. He was a devoted and loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and uncle and his grandchildren was the love of his life.
Bruce is survived by the love of his life his wife, Sheila Stokes of Lizella, two children, Chad (Brittany) Stokes, Britni (David) Mimbs, eight grandchildren, two brothers, Cary (Linda) Stokes, Al (Nancy) Stokes, sister, Marisa Mitchell, brother-in-law, Jimmy (Christine) Etheridge and several nieces, nephews and cousins and a host of great friends.
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Barbara Gibson
June 8, 2021
Sheila, I was so sorry to hear about your husband. I did not know him but I know you and I am sure he was very special. You have been through so much within a short time frame. God will ease your pain with all the glorious memories you two had together. You are blessed to have been married to this wonderful and good man for so many years. He is an Angel in Heaven looking down and loving you all from above. My prayers and thoughts are with you.
Brenda Shreve
June 3, 2021
Sheila and Family, My heart breaks for you in the passing of Bruce. You all feel like family to us at Ingleside Dental. He always had the best stories, and the biggest laugh. He always left all of us smiling, and glad we had seen him. You all are in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Brenda Shreve (Ingleside Dental)
Cathy Bowen (smith)
June 1, 2021
Sheila & family I’m very sorry to hear as bout Bruce! I will be praying for all of you!
Robby Riezinger
June 1, 2021
Sheila I am so sorry to hear this. My God give you and the family peace and rest assured you will be together again.
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Tonya clinard
June 1, 2021
So very sorry for your loss! Thinking of you and the family! Tonya and Jerry Clinard
Helen Rutledge
June 1, 2021
Shelia I cannot believe that Bruce has passed away! I did know it until I just saw his obituary today! I am sooo sorry I didn't know! He just came & brought me a roll of hay one day last week! He was telling me that he was having some heart issues then! I really enjoyed talking to him when he would bring hay to me. He was so full of sunshine and joy! I will miss him soo much! I am praying for you and your precious family! If there is anything I can do for you, please let me know! I love you friend!
Marisa Stokes Mitchell
June 1, 2021
Go rest my brother. Your work on earth is done. Stokes Road lost some of its heart. You will and have been loved !! I love you! SIS
Diane Duggan
May 31, 2021
Sheila and the Stokes family: we were so sorry to hear about Bruce. We both enjoyed working with him at Armstrong. Wising you peace to bring comfort, courage to face days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your heart. God Bless. Diane Duggan & Eddie Connally
Leon Jones
May 31, 2021
My sincere condolences to the Stokes family.A family I have been knowing since Willingham High School.
Robbie Gregory Jennings
May 30, 2021
Sheila and family, I am so sorry to read of Bruce's passing. You'll be in my prayers.
Ed and Judy Stokes
May 30, 2021
Sheila, Chad and family, I am so sorry to here about Bruce. You are in our thoughts and prayers, and I pray that God will comfort each heart of this family. Love you all.
Cary Stokes
May 30, 2021
Godspeed Brother l Love you. The light of the world just got a little dimmer.
Lyn Gabriel
May 30, 2021
We grew up together. We went to Redding together. We played down on the farm with Gwen and Lynn. Whenever we did run into each other, in our later years and not often, yesterday's conversation continued. Prayers for peace and comfort for all
Beverly & Rob Stewart
May 30, 2021
Sheila, Chad, and Britni,
We are heartbroken with the loss of Bruce. We always enjoyed our visits & dinners out. Bruce was a great friend & gave the best hugs. Much love and prayers to you all!!!
Dale Wynn
May 30, 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.
Andrew
May 30, 2021
My heart is broken Bruce was a great friend I saw him earlier in the week loved going to the auction the one time is was able with him love and prayers to Sheila chad and brittine and rest of the family
Dana
May 30, 2021
Ms. Sheila, Britni and Chad,
My heart is broken for you all. I am so sorry for your loss and keeping you all in my prayers. Mr. Bruce was such a sweet, friendly funny man! He loved y’all more than anything in the world and you could see that on his smiling face. Love to you all ❤
Steve & Elaine Marshall
May 30, 2021
Bruce was a "Hoot". We never ran into him that he didn't have a smile on his face. One of the nicest people we've ever met and will miss seeing him around Lizella.
Debra & Buddy Obenauf
May 30, 2021
Bruce was one of the finest men that Buddy and I have ever known. The love he had for Sheila and his beautiful family was a beautiful love story! The many times Buddy and him helped Harry & Tony coach our boys was some of the best times of our lives! Thoughts and printers for this precious family! So sorry we can’t come to spend a few moments with you however I have just had gall bladder surgery. We will be thinking of y’all and praying for peace and comfort! All out love! Debra & Buddy Obenauf
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