Rebecca Ann Stokes, nee Ellison, 66, of Belleville, IL, born Wednesday, May 22, 1957, in East St. Louis, IL, passed away Monday, July 3, 2023 at St. John’s Ascension Hosp in Detroit, MI surrounded by family.
Rebecca was a graduate of Signal Hill Grade School and Belleville Township High School West. She was a cashier for Schnucks Grocery Store.
She was preceded in death by her:
- Husband: Dennis Ray Stokes
- Parents: Robert Samuel and Mary Sue, nee Brooks, Ellison
Surviving are her:
- Children
- Patricia (Dennis) Lloyd of Clay, MI
- Laura (Chuck) Orban of St. Louis, MO
- Mark Stokes of Thailand
- Grandchildren
- Jimmy (Marielle) Lyles
- Sam Lyles
- Tiffany Kelly
- Nicholas Imo
- Natalie Imo
- Nicole Imo
- Melanie Stokes
- Great grandchildren
- Trenton Piker
- Sydney Piker
- Brayden Kelly
- Morgyn Kelly
- Long time partner: Robert Piker
Visitation: Visitation from 4 – 7 pm, Sunday, July 9th, 2023 at Kurrus Funeral Home in Belleville, IL.
Funeral: Funeral Service will be held at 7 pm, Sunday, July 9th, 2023 at Kurrus Funeral Home. Private family interment.
9 Comments To "Rebecca Stokes"
#1 Comment By Danyel Bagby On July 7, 2023 @ 9:54 am
We had the pleasure of getting to know Becky through Girl Scouts. Her quick wit and blunt opinions always left everyone around her in stitches. Her heart was always 100% gold, she would do anything for anyone. We are thankful for her contributions to the girls of Troop 191 and the adults, for her friendship. Our hearts are broken for all of you.
#2 Comment By Bob On July 7, 2023 @ 10:07 am
We’ll miss you, Becky. Cracker Barrel just won’t be the same anymore.
#3 Comment By Kerri Sanders Alex Gutierrez and family On July 7, 2023 @ 6:10 pm
Our family was able to know Becky and Bob through Boy Scouts Troop 12. My son went to school with Trenton and Sydney. Two of the best kids I’ve ever met! They always make you smile when you see them, which says what amazing people Becky and Bob have been. Bob always with a quiet joke and smile, Becky who was always thinking of everyone else. Becky always checked in my kiddo when he was ill and so thoughtful to message. She was FUNNY and one of my favorite faces to see at events. We are praying and thinking of your whole family.
#4 Comment By Al Schuck On July 7, 2023 @ 2:53 pm
Miss Becky was always smiling, her laughter infectious , couldn’t help laughing with her ! So hard to believe after a short time in Michigan she ,Bob , an family were so happy ! Will definetly miss both these wonderfull people ! My sadness is felt by many ! My condolences to her loved ones !
#5 Comment By Pearl Spies On July 9, 2023 @ 8:23 am
My deepest sympathy.
You do not know me but I was a friend of Becky’s mother from 1953 until Mary Sue passed away. I remember when Becky was born.
May memories help sustain you.
#6 Comment By John Likarish On July 9, 2023 @ 4:17 pm
So sorry to hear about Becky’s passing. I worked with her for several years at Big River Zinc in Illinois. She will always be remembered for her quick wit and her “pull no punches” commentary – a true treasure.
#7 Comment By Kelly Connor Sonnenberg On July 15, 2023 @ 7:33 pm
Shocked and saddened by her loss. I knew her ages ago as her parents lived next door to my parents. Rest in peace. 😘
#8 Comment By Jeanette miles On July 16, 2023 @ 12:15 pm
I never got to know Becky until she was in her 60. She was a caring loving individual. Took on being a mother to Trenton a Sydney when she could have just sat back and been worry free. Deepest sympathy to Pattie and her sons and Bill
Rest in peace jeanette
#9 Comment By Paul Meyer On October 4, 2023 @ 9:19 am
Becky sat next to me in first grade. Her birthday was 2 days after mine. Always a happy person when I would see her. So sad to hear of her passing.