Brenda Gayle Stokes Obituary
We announce the death of Brenda Gayle Stokes of Rutherford, Tennessee, who passed away on October 21, 2026, at the age of 68. Brenda will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, William Thomas Layne and Ella Francis Adams Layne. She is survived by: her husband Donald E. Stokes, Jr.; her sons, Jason Stokes (Molly), Justin Stokes (Amie) and Patrick Stokes; her siblings, Beverly Wade, Rita McKenzie, Charlie Layne and Chubby Layne; and her grandchildren, Emma Stokes, Abbey Stokes and Stella Stokes.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, October 25th 2026 from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM at the Jennings and Ayers Funeral Home (820 S Church St, Murfreesboro, TN 37130). A funeral service will be held on Sunday, October 25th 2026 at 2:00 PM at the same location.
