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Steven Wayne Stokley, age 42, loving father of Joshua Wayne Stokley, passed away on Sunday, October 26, 2025, at St. Joseph Jessamine. He was born in Lexington, Kentucky, on August 31, 1983, the son of the late Darrell Wayne Stokley and Sandra Kay Neal Stokley. Steven worked in construction. In addition to his son, Josh, he is survived by two brothers, Darrell Stokley and Andy (Jolene Potter) Stokley, and a sister, Shawna Stokley. The family has chosen cremation, and no services are scheduled. Betts & West Funeral Home is honored to serve Steven and his family in their time of need. Online guestbook at www.BettsandWestfuneralhome.
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