Wayne D. Stokes Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Wayne D. Stokes of Ithaca, New York, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on March 9, 2026 at the age of 72. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
In the soft embrace of remembrance, we recall the profound impact Wayne had on those he encountered along his journey. Though Wayne may have slipped beyond the veil of mortality, his essence lingers like a faint fragrance in the air, a lingering reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human experience.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Fern Stokes and Bill Stokes. He is survived by: his wife Kristi Stokes; his family, Valerie D'Ippolito, Diane Knowles and Cheryl McCracken; and his sister Donna. He is also survived by his nieces and nephews.
The one for today: "Always play like there's a scout in the crowd."In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Cornell Botanical Gardens, specifically the Houston Pond Pergola area, where you'll find a memoriam for Wayne's late son, Olin Stokes. The link to the donation page can be found here: Cornell Botanical Gardens (https://securelb.imodules.com).
