In Loving Memory of Deonte Cary Stokes
April 18, 1987 – July 25, 2026
Affectionately Known as “Stokes” and “Punkin”
Deonte Cary Stokes was born on April 18, 1987, to Rochelle Williams and Cary Stokes “CJ.”
Deonte attended Horlick High School and achieved his dream of becoming an entrepreneur by earning his Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) and building a career in trucking. His journey reflected his determination, ambition, and strong work ethic. Above all, Deonte was a devoted father whose greatest joy was spending time with his beloved son, Zaire.
Deonte lived life with purpose, style, and love. He enjoyed traveling, dressing sharp, watching sports, and creating memories with his son, family, and friends. He found comfort and happiness in the simple moments, especially gathering around Big Mama’s home cooking. Known for his warm smile, infectious laugh, generous heart, and unforgettable personality, Deonte had a way of making everyone around him feel special. His presence touched countless lives, and his memory will forever be cherished.
He leaves to honor and cherish his memory his beloved son, Zaire G. Stokes; the devoted mother of his son, Brittney Robinson; his father, Cary Stokes “CJ”; his grandmothers, Bertha “Big Mama” Williams and Minnie “Moms” Stokes; his sisters, Raven Stokes, Raine Williams, and Storm Williams; his brother, Levon White; his aunt, Felicia “FeFe” Williams; his great-aunt, Lois Williams; his uncles, James Stokes and Antonio Stokes; his loving girlfriend, Mya Muhammad; his special friends, Donald “Lil Don” Neal and Dashon Neal; his special cousins; Antonio Williams, Stephanie Williams, Nichole Williams, Tyrone Williams, Maceo Collins, Demontae Collins, and David Conley Jr.; a host of nieces, nephews, extended family members, lifelong friends, and his beloved Northside family.
Deonte was preceded in death by his beloved mother, Rochelle Williams; his special uncle, Anthony “Big House” Williams; his paternal grandfather, Cary Stokes Sr.; his great-grandmother, Bell “Mama Bell” Williams.
Deonte’s love, laughter, and legacy will continue to live on through the hearts of everyone blessed to know him.
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A Poem from Your Big Mama
To My Grandson,
Having you as my grandson has been one of the greatest blessings of my life. For all that you have been, for all that you are, and for all that you were yet to become, I will forever be grateful.
I love you, Punkin. Rest peacefully until we meet again.
Love Always, Big Mama
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Special Words from Your Auntie FeFe
To My Nephew, Punkin
Not a day will go by that I won’t think of you. I love you, and I will miss you always. You will forever hold a special place in my heart. Until we meet again, know that my love for you will never fade.
Forever and always,
Your TeTe, Felicia
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A Scripture from Your Grandmother Stokes
~A Message of Love and Faith~
“We are confident, I say, and willing rather to be absent from the body, and to be present with the Lord.”
2 Corinthians 5:8 (KJV) With All My Love,
Your Grandmother Stokes