Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory

Judith Ann Stokes (Gertie), 71 peacefully passed away on June 28, 2023, in the comfort of her Edgewater home surrounded by family.

Judy was preceded in death by her father Grover Caywood Vermillion.

She was a loving wife to Robert Stokes for 34 years. She was a wonderful loving mother to four boys and one daughter, William (Ricky) Stommel (Kate), Charles Stokes, and Kimberly Lucas (Jerry). A wonderful loving Grandmother (Gram) to 8 grandchildren: Felicia Nicolle (Kevin), Kaitlyn Stokes, Delaney Stokes, and Paiton Stommel along with 2 great-granddaughters. Judy is survived by her mother, Margaret Vermillion, and two brothers, Grover Vermillion, Jr and Gregory Vermillion (Anna). Judy had many nieces and nephews who also adored her.

Judy was a member of Chesapeake Christian Fellowship and sang in the praise band serving her Lord and Savior for almost 20 years. Judy also sang with Capital City Sound along her with husband Bobby and numerous friends who were more like family.

Judy loved to garden, football games, watching QVC, and being surrounded by family and friends.  

Judy had the most beautiful, kindest soul. Her smile would light up a room and any person she met would just adore her. She will forever be missed and always loved.

Family and friends are invited to celebrate Judy's life on Tuesday, July 11 at 7 pm at Chesapeake Christian Fellowship 377 West Central Ave. Davidsonville, MD 21035.

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Judith A. Stokes

Judith A. Stokes

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