Martin D. Stokes, a U.S. Navy veteran, passed away at the age of 86 on September 17, 2021. He was born on December 18, 1934 in New Orleans. He worked as an instrument mechanic with the John H. Carter Company for over 40 years and held membership with United States Submarine Veterans. He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting and fishing. He also loved sports and was a great LSU fan.
He is preceded in death by: his parents, Frances Case and Otis Stokes; his sister, Doris Stokes; and his brothers, James Stokes and Mel Stokes.
He is survived by: his wife of 65 years Enola Murray Stokes; his daughter, Lisa Stokes Montgomery; his son, Dale Stokes; and his grandchildren, Ross Montgomery, Max Stokes, and Alexis Stokes.
He will be remembered as a devoted husband and father who was blessed by lifelong friendships. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
