Warren Q. Stokes

Born in Cedar Key, Florida, Jack lived in Jacksonville for over 85 years. He was a decorated member of the United States Navy and served in the Pacific Theatre in World War II. Jack worked for many years as a food broker with Ashford-Stokes, and served as an elder at St. Johns Presbyterian Church.

Jack was predeceased in death by his parents, Thomas and Jane Stokes, Sr., as well as his siblings: T.K. Stokes, Jr., Juanita Lent, and Mary Ella Sessions. He leaves behind his wife of 51 years, Lude G. Stokes; daughter, Nelle Stokes Butcher; son-in-law Jeff Butcher; and grandsons McClain and Jacob Butcher, as well as a loving, extended family and many close friends.

The funeral service will be held on Saturday Feb. 9, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Johns Presbyterian Church 4275 Herschel St, Jacksonville. In lieu of flowers, it was Jack’s wish that memorial donations be made to St. Johns Presbyterian Church, or the charity of choice.

Hardage-Giddens Funeral Home 729 S. Edgewood Ave. has been entrusted with arrangements.

Messages of condolence may be left at www.hardage-giddensedgewood.com