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Ethel Stokes Obituary
Ethel was preceded in death by her parents; son, Bill White; her husband, Charles Stokes; sisters, Ruth (Steve) Shay and Norma (Ted) Waddington; and sister-in-law, Mary Lu Piersol. She leaves daughter, Janet White; stepchildren, Ed (Lil) Stokes, Carol Sue (Bud) Dague, Beth (Jim) Gagnon and Curtis (Sherry) Stokes; grandchildren and great-grandchildren; granddaughter, Angela Lawson and family; special nieces and nephews; sisters-in-law, Vivian White and Winifred Stokes.
Ethel appreciated her many friends-those from 20 years living in Kent and attending Kent State from kindergarten through college, and the rest from living in Manchester. She retired in 1983 after teaching kindergarten and 1st grade in Manchester Schools for 32 years, introducing more than 2400 children to school life. She enjoyed time spent with Coventry AARP and Kappa Kappa Iota, Delta Chapter. Ethel loved working in her yard, traveling, making quilts and blankets for Project Linus and spending cherished time with family and friends.
At Ethel's request, there will be no services. Private burial at Manchester Cemetery. Memorials, if desired, can be made to Nolley Scholarship Fund, c/o E. Duve-MEA, Nolley Elementary, 6285 Renninger Rd., Akron, OH 44319. www.swigarteasterlingfuneralhome.com
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Paul (Teddy Hercsek
May 29, 2013
I had Mrs. White in kindergarten in 1962. I made contact with her in 1988 thru her former husband Bill who owned a motel in Superior Arizona. It was all by chance our first conversetion was about where we were from and one thing led to another. I wrote Mrs. White a letter thinking she may remember me and when she wrote back she asked about every single family member I had!!! She was a wonderful person and my memories of her will always be near my heart. God Bless your family at this time of loss.
Darrell Cooper
April 13, 2013
RIP and Gog Bless You, Mrs White
Nancy Lingruen-Gilson
April 12, 2013
I am so sorry to hear of "Mrs. White's" passing. I remember her so well as being such a caring kindergarten teacher and kind person. She remained a dear friend to my mom from the time they met when my brother, Rex first had her in kindergarten in 1955. They remained good friends all those years. My deepest sympathy to all her family.
Leann Gooding
April 2, 2013
Mrs. Stokes was my kindergarten teacher in 1981. I remember her putting out the floor mats for nap time, giving milk and snacks and reading to us. Thoughts and prayers to her family & friends.
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Brittany Shiplett
March 24, 2013
Ethel was a wonderful neighbor and friend. She became like a grandmother to my children as we head the pleasure of buying our first house from her. Last I heard from her was during the Christmas season and I was hoping to get to see her soon but sadly it never happened. Rest in Peace Mrs. Stokes, you will never be forgotten.
March 23, 2013
Janet we have not met face to face but please accept my condolences on the loss of your mother. She was my friend collegue, our Jennifer's Kindergarten teacher and my soroity sister. I will miss her quick smile, sense of humor and her tremendous gift of pulling together Manchester Retired Teachers luncheons also her generosity to so many community projects. I will sorely feel her absence in my life. I too have thought of the great reunion of those Nolley Teachers who have met their heavenly reward. What joy they are experiencing! Janice Cuckler Green, Ohio
Ann Kagarise
March 22, 2013
Mrs. White (Stokes) you were one of my biggest supporters in life! I was able to do a tribute to you in the newspaper and I meant every word! You were the one who caught my disability in Kindergarten and came to my graduation party when I got my masters. You called me often to let me know you read my articles in the suburbanite and how awesome they were. You said you never missed one. You would call me just to see how I was. You were a light to me! Thank you!!
Stephanie Bowen
March 22, 2013
Janet, I am so sorry for the loss of your mother, I am truly blessed to have spent time with her in the last month, and I enjoyed every minute of our conversations! She has touched the lives of many, and will truly be missed. If you need anything please call!
March 22, 2013
Ethel was my dad's cousin and my first grade teacher. She was a wonderful person . I remember going to her house when i was younger and playing with Bill and Janet. rest in Peace.
Janet Schultz McKenzie
Ryan Parteka
March 22, 2013
A pillar of Nolley Elementary. She was my kindergarten teacher and my mother's kindy-garden teacher. She taught me how to read, showed me how to paint, and she lit a candle that still burns inside of me today. Thank you for your patience, dedication, and inspiration.
Ryan Parteka
March 22, 2013
A pillar of Nolley Elementary. She was my kindergarten teacher and my mother's kindy-garden teacher. She taught me how to read, showed me how to paint, and she lit a candle that still burns inside of me today. Thank you for your patience, dedication, and inspiration.
March 21, 2013
My kindergarden teacher, I never forgot you! I only remember the really good teachers. Thank You...Mrs White! I will see you on the other side.
your student...Bruce Hudkins
March 21, 2013
she was a great neibor and will be missed by many
Judy (Carr) Burnett
March 20, 2013
Don't we all know that all of those wonderful Nolley teachers that have entered the pearly gates these past years are up there going over things and catching up. I am sure she was welcomed with open arms and one big party. Ethel was a great person and a wonderful friend for my mother,Mary Lou Carr and our family. She touched the hearts and lives of many and will be missed so much. Love you Ethel.
Treasure Collins
March 20, 2013
Ethel was an inspiration! She was a teacher of my children and also a friend. She will be missed.
March 20, 2013
I remeber Mrs. White from my early days @ Manchester and to her family I would like to thank them for sharing their Mom for the many Manchester students who learned and where mentored by her. Please accept my sincere sympathy in your loss.
Linda (Rea) Jones. Class of 1958
March 20, 2013
Ethel will be dearly missed by all her Delta sisters. We have very fond memories of all our get togethers. I had the pleasure of teaching with her in the 70's and respected her wisdom and honesty. Evelyn Duve
Cathy Pack
March 20, 2013
Sorry for your loss. She touched so many lives & will always be remembered & missed.
Sallie Kilgore
March 20, 2013
It was a pleasure getting to know Ethel through our ventures in Kappa Kappa Iota. May God envelope you in his loving arms through this difficult time.
Brenda (Lanning) Scheatzle
March 20, 2013
Ethel taught kindergarten during some of the years my mother (Jean Lanning) was teaching 1st grade. Mother said Ethel was one of the best teachers she had ever known, and she meant it from her heart.I hope they are in heaven together sharing stories of their times in Manchester. Blessings and condolences to Mrs. Stokes' family and loved ones.I know she was treasured by many.
Claudia Zimmerman
March 20, 2013
It was Mrs. White who set me on the path of lifelong learning and a career in education and libraries. My memories are dear. My sincerest sympathy to all who loved her. Manchester has lost a gem.
Jamie Lamka
March 20, 2013
After parents, she was the first major guide to life and society for me and so many others...RIP Dear Sweet Woman
Dawn Keathley
March 20, 2013
Grandma Ethel was an amazing person who has inspired me and my children many times in life! She was fun and witty and loved life to the fullest!
She will be greatly missed and all that knew her will remember her with a smile. I know that she is in Heaven and now shines as a very bright star watching over us.
I Love You Grandma Ethel!
March 20, 2013
Godspeed, Mom II -- You gave all of us such a good start. I remember lots of meals at your kitchen table, eating off your Fiestaware (which I still love), hearing about your fabulous camping vacations and hanging out with Jan. Good memories. Love, SueZim
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