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Garland Stokes, 68, of Weber City went to be with the Lord early Sunday morning (March 7, 2010) at Wellmont Holston Valley Medical Center following a brief illness.
He was a lifelong resident of Scott County. He was a graduate of Gate City High School and in 1998 graduated from Liberty University. Garland served in the United States Army National Guard for several years and was currently with the Virginia Defense Force. At the age of 15, Garland began working at the Hob Nob Drive-In which led him to a lifelong career as an owner & operator of various restaraunts. Garland retired in 1996 and enjoyed traveling all over the United States & especially spending time with his family & friends. His daily hang-out was at the Burgers-R-Us. He enjoyed working at Scott County Funeral Home. Mr. Stokes served 3 terms on the Weber City Town Council. He was a former member of the Scott County Camp of Gideons International. He loved to help his community in many different ways.
He became a Christian at the age of 15 where he was saved at Marble Point Church. Mr. Stokes was a founding member & deacon of Thomas Village Baptist Church. He was very involved with the jail ministry in Scott County and eventually became an ordained minister. He was currently an active member of First Baptist Church of Weber City where he served as an assistant Sunday School Teacher & was on the Kitchen Committee.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Cecil & Dotsie Byrd Stokes; his sisters, an infant, Anita Stokes, Shelby Booher & husband, Joe; his brothers, Jack Stokes & Sam Stokes; his father-in-law & mother-in-law, Molt & Edna Hood.
Garland Stokes is survived by his loving wife of over 50 years, Reba Hood Stokes; his daughters & sons-in-law, Cindy & Bob Crist (Charlottesville, VA), Cathy & Mike Anderson, of Kingsport, Marcei & Marty Williams (Gate City, VA); his adoring & spoiled grandchildren, Emily Williams, Billy Crist, Matthew Crist, Ryan Anderson, Browden Anderson; his sisters, Mary Sue Fuller, Brenda Wolfe & husband, Jerry, Jane Griffin and Terry Stokes; his brothers, Bob Stokes & wife, Shirley, Don Stokes & wife, Betty, Tommy Stokes & wife, Melissa; his special dog, “Tinkerbell” along with several nieces, nephews and many friends.
Calling hours will be held on Tuesday (March 9, 2010) from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Scott County Funeral Home or friends may also call anytime at the residence.
A funeral service will be conducted on Tuesday (March 9, 2010) at 7 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Dr. Johnny Kendrick officiating. A eulogy will be provided by Rev. Darrell Fletcher. Special comments will be made by Don Stokes along with a special poem read by Bob Crist. Music will be provided by Dr. Johnny Kendrick and Andrea Sheppard.
A graveside service will be conducted on Wednesday (March 10, 2010) by Rev. Dean Smith at 1 p.m. at Holston View Cemetery with Ricky Stokes, Jerry Allen Wolfe, Michael Wolfe, Allen Hood, David Stokes, David Gillenwater, Ryan Anderson, Billy Crist, Emily Williams, Matthew Crist, Ryan Anderson & Browden Anderson serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will be Ronnie McMurray, Jack Taylor, Elmer Williams, Bill Deboard, Keith Roach, Gene Kilbourne, Clay Carter, Phillip Wills, Fred McNew, Wayne Osborne, & Dennis Templeton.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to First Baptist Church of Weber City Building Fund, 155 Shady Elm Lane, Weber City, Virginia 24290. or to the American Heart Association, 208 Sunset Drive, Johnson City, TN, 37601 or to Gideons International, Scott County Camp, P.O. Box 845, Gate City, VA 24251.
A special thank-you goes out to Dr. Besterman, Dr. Bulle, Nurses & Staff at Meadowview Heart Center, Kingsport Hematology & Oncology, Christine LaGuardia Phillips Cancer Center.
Carter-Trent/Scott County Funeral Home is serving the Stokes family.
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From: Dee Griffin & Family mdgriffin@charter.net
Date: 03/16/2010
Our prayers go out to Garland's family. He has long been a good friend of ours and he will missed. God Bless and our deepest condolences.
From: Peggy Fugate Meade peggyhiltons@aol.com
Date: 03/11/2010
Reba, and family
I will never forget Gilford. He was so nice, and treated me with respect
Sorry that I could not make to the services.
Love and Prayers
Peggy
From: Sharri Starnes Hall SSHallOffice@aol.com
Date: 03/10/2010
Please know that Garland touched so many lives during his walk here on earth and he will live on in fond memories for many years to come. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all, may God give each of you comfort and strength during this difficult time.
Deepest Sympathy,
Sharri Starnes Hall
From: Glenda and John Osborne gloz57@hotmail.com
Date: 03/10/2010
Reba and family,
We were so sorry to hear of Garland's passing. We were unable to come to the visitation due to illness. Garland was such a sweet and caring man. He always showed his love for his fellow man and His God. He will be missed, but he is heaven's gain. We will lift your family up in prayer.
With deepest sympathy,
Glenda and John Osborne
From: Tommy & Geraldine Jones tej38@att.net
Date: 03/10/2010
We always looked forward to visiting
the restauirant when we were in Gate City. He will surely be missed. We send our love and deepest sympathy. May God bless all of you.
From: Ron and Barbara Broadwater bbroadwater@ecu.org
Date: 03/10/2010
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Please let us know if we can be of any assistance.
From: Debbie & Billy Aistrop bfadka@yahoo.com
Date: 03/09/2010
I am so sorry for your loss. He is heavens gain. He helped me so much when i was sick with the leukemia. Garland was a very kind and special person and will be greatly missed. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Love to you all.
From: AMY QUILLEN RUSTOLEM_1@YAHOO.COM
Date: 03/09/2010
I'M SO SORRY TOHEAR ABOUT YOUR LOSS. YOUR DAD WAS REALLY SPECIAL TO ME. YOU WILL BE IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS.
From: Jennifer Dorton Arnold nationalguard88_Dalejr@yahoo.com
Date: 03/09/2010
I can remember he was always make joke about daily while I was working there.I'll keep his family in my prayers
From: Lonnie & Wanda Thompson wmthompson@mounet.com
Date: 03/09/2010
Reba, & Family,
Our deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family. You and Garland always had a way of making people at your resturants feel like they were at home. It takes a special kind of person to do the works that you both have done. You, Garland,& your falmily, have touched so many lifes, and we are all blessed by knowing all of you.
With Love Wanda & Lonnie Thompson
From: Kathy Begley kathy_jo80@yahoo.com
Date: 03/09/2010
Reba,
I am so sorry for your loss, my dad Larry Glover, worked for you and Garland for several years and thought the world of Garland. He was a very kind man that will be missed by many. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
From: Rev. Boyd W. Holder, Jr. pastor@statelinechurch.org
Date: 03/09/2010
Dear Stokes Family,
Just wanted you all to know that all of us at State Line are praying for you. Brother Garland was a precious person and will truly be missed. I pray that God will comfort and strengthen you in this time of bereavement. May God richly Bless you. We love you all.
From: Lesa Free Ryan lfryan@mounet.com
Date: 03/09/2010
My deepest sympathy to your family, Garland was a true man of God. To the daughters, be so thankful you had your Dad to be there for you, as you know I lost my Dad at age 17, my heart was broken for so long. Time has healed my heart, and I know Dad and Garland are in God's home now, waiting for us to join them. I thank God everyday for wonderful friends like your family,May God Bless you and keep His loving arms around you. Love to all of the family. Lesa Free Ryan
From: Benny Reed bcreed@mounet.com
Date: 03/09/2010
It was an honor that I could call Garland Stokes a friend. He has touched countless lives. May God's grace provide you comfort in the coming days, months and years.
From: Travis Simpson cry4trav@copper.net
Date: 03/09/2010
I first met Garland when I started working my first job at The Campus. A good man with always a smile on his face. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and may God Bless You.
***Travis, Crystal, Makenna & Zackery Simpson***
From: Donna( Carter)Wright dixiedoodle51@hotmail.com
Date: 03/09/2010
Reba&kids,I am so sorry. I just heard a few days ago that Garland was sick. I always looked up to him at the Hob-nob. He was always caring and always had a good thing to say to people.Prayers will be comming your way from the people he touched. Bless you all and our thoughts are with you
From: Mona Watts mlwatts@eastman.com
Date: 03/09/2010
Reba, I just wanted to let you know how sorry I am. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this very difficult time. May you find comfort in the Lord.
Love, Mona Watts
From: SHEILA PETERS-BREWER & SONJA LANE-MOORE DICKERSON@MOUNET.COM
Date: 03/09/2010
Reba,
Our deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family. I will never forget Garland being so kind to me and my family throughout the years. God Bless You All!!
Sheila and Sonja
From: Alma Adams hamadams@adelphia.net
Date: 03/09/2010
Reba and family, We are so sorry. Garland was a very good and caring person.
Hobart, Alma, Matt, Jessica, Elijah, and Audrey Adams
From: Kelly Pierson mecctech@hotmail.com
Date: 03/08/2010
Garland was a wonerful man and I'm honored to have known him through the years. He had a wonderful sense of humor and loved his family. There is no doubt that he touched many people with his life and he will be remembered as a geniune good guy!
Sorry I won't be able to attend the services because of my work schedule. May God give comfort to the family during this time of mourning.
From: Lisa Pierson Ison lisaison@charter.net
Date: 03/08/2010
I first met Garland when I started working for him and his family in 1994. I quickly became not only his employee but a member of his family. Garland treated everyone who crossed his path the same. I remembered how proud he was of ALL his family. As years passed Garland always greeted me with a hug whenever he saw me. I loved him dearly and will miss him very much, but it was never no secret that Garland loved his Lord and Savior and I know he is rejoicing in heaven with Jesus now.
From: Renee Jenkins Welch reneewelch1@charter.net
Date: 03/08/2010
I would like to send my deepest condolences to Reba, Cindy, Cathy and Marcei. Garland is a person who will live on forever in my memory. He was always quick with a smile and had such a loving and generous spirit. He was one of the good ones. Love to you all. Renee
From: Tammy Hammonds carloszoe2002@yahoo.com
Date: 03/08/2010
Cathy, Ryan, and Browden: I am so sorry for your loss. I wish there were words that I caould say to ease the pain. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. Love, Tammy Hammonds
From: Phil and Cindy Stevens cnana@embarqmail.com
Date: 03/08/2010
He was such a kind and great person to live across the street from. He was always so kind to my daycare children and really seem to enjoy talking with them. We will miss him on our little walks.
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