David Stokes's obituary , Passed away on October 13, 2025 in Statesville, North Carolina

David Stokes

December 13, 1944 - October 13, 2025 (80 years old)

Statesville, North Carolina

David Stokes's obituary , Passed away on October 13, 2025 in Statesville, North Carolina

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Rutledge & Bigham Mortuary, Inc.

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David Stokes

December 13, 1944 - October 13, 2025 (80 years old)

Statesville, North Carolina

David Stokes Obituary

The world bids farewell to David Stokes of Statesville, North Carolina, departing on October 13, 2025 at the age of 80. David leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, James Wiley Stokes and Myrtie Lee Smith Stokes; his wife Annie Christine Mayberry Stokes; and his siblings, Arthur Stokes, Osburn Stokes, Dollie B. Stokes, James Stokes, Walter Stokes, Vera Stokes, Ruth Wellman, Mary Edna Clark, Juanita White, Fred Stokes, Ned Stokes, Robert Stokes, Rosetta Brandon and Sylvester Stokes.

He is survived by: his daughters, Tina Delaine Stokes, Melissa Faye Stokes, Fonda Annette Stokes and Jennifer Damita Stokes; his grandchildren, Latoya Stokes, Autumnn Ramsey, Symone Stokes and Kordell Millsaps; his great grandchildren, McKenzi Stokes, Kazyah Miller, Memphis Cauthen and Stephon Heller; his siblings, Ted Stokes, Sr. and Vehester Dalton; his sons, Henry Ellis and Kenneth Bennett; his in-laws, Cecil Mayberry (Valerie), Leon Mayberry (Claudette), Emily, Melvin, Gwen, Denise and Wanda Mayberry; and his close friends, Charlie Feimster, John Rucker, Jim Bailey and Rev. Ernest Stinson. He is also survived by nieces, nephews, extended family, church family, and dear friends.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Rutledge & Bigham Mortuary, Inc.



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Zion Chapel AME Zion Church
81 Zion Chapel Rd, Hiddenite, NC 28636

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Zion Chapel AME Zion Church
81 Zion Chapel Rd, Hiddenite, NC 28636

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Oct 18

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Zion Chapel AME Zion Church
81 Zion Chapel Rd, Hiddenite, NC 28636

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