Kay Bedingfield Stokely

Kay Bedingfield Stokely, 66, of Fernandina Beach, Florida passed away on Sunday, August 7, 2011 at Lawnwood Regional Medical Center, Fort Pierce, FL. She was born in Augusta, Georgia and was the daughter of the late Dr. and Mrs. Wade Ramsey Bedingfield. She was predeceased by her husband, David Lee Stokely, of 42 years and brother, Dr. Wade Bedingfield, Jr. Survivors include, son, Dr. Christopher Stokely (39), of Marietta, GA, sisters, Barbara Holcombe, of Roswell, GA, Francine Rosenthal, of Pueblo, CO, Sally Scofield, of Lawrenceville, GA, Jean Woodruff, of Hephzibah, GA, Patricia Krels, of Spokane, WA, and a large host of nieces, nephews, and brothers in law and sisters in law.

Kay was a graduate of Augusta College where she received her degree in Elementary Education. Prior to retirement from teaching and relocation to Fernandina Beach, Kay was a school teacher in Columbus and Lithia Springs, GA for several years. Kay especially enjoyed raising her son and only child, Dr. Christopher Stokely, with activities such as fishing, baseball, karate, and science fairs.

The Stokely family would like to express gratitude to Kay’s neighbors Theresa and Greg Graham of Fernandina Beach, FL for their friendship and extensive care for Kay during her golden years.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, August 20, 2011 at Springhill Baptist Church, 941017 Old Nassauville Road, Fernandina Beach, FL at 6:00pm.