Josie Stukes Obituary
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Josie Stukes of Chevy Chase, Maryland, born in Greenville, North Carolina, who passed away on November 16, 2025, at the age of 80, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, John Melvin Whitford and Bessie Gray Hearne Whitford. She is survived by: her daughters, Florence Kraft (Joe) and Anne Stukes; her grandchildren, Wilson Becker (Olivia), Jed, Ruby Kraft and Abigail Stukes; her great grandchildren, Everly and Isla Becker; and her brother David Whitford (Nancy).
A memorial service was held on Sunday, November 23rd 2025 at 2:00 PM at the Chevy Chase Presbyterian Church (1 Chevy Chase Cir, Washington, DC 20015).
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that memorial contributions may be made in memory of Josie to any of the following: The Hunger Program of Presbyterian Church (USA), The Lupus Foundation of America, or donate to a local food bank near you.
