Eddie Lee Stokes

Mr. Eddie Lee Stokes, age 68, of Taylorsville, GA, passed away Saturday evening, October 4, 2025, at his residence.

Eddie was born on September 7, 1957, in Macon, Georgia, to the late Prentice Gene Stokes, Sr. and Faye Louise Chapman Stokes. He spent the greater part of his life in Taylorsville, where he worked as a self-employed general contractor. A master carpenter by trade, Eddie was known for his skilled craftsmanship and dedication to his work. He had a deep love for the outdoors, especially deer hunting and fishing, and found joy in the simple pleasures of life. He was also an avid fan of western movies and proudly wore western-style apparel that reflected his personality and spirit.

In addition to his parents, Eddie was preceded in death by two brothers, Buster Stokes and Benjie Stokes.

Eddie is survived by his wife, Kay Dodd Stokes, whom he married May 23, 1997; children, Cory (Tonya) Stokes, Kaylee Jean Stokes, Brandon (Melissa) Hayes; two step-children, Carla (Kyle) Miller and Trey Shelton; siblings, Tim (Sandy) Stokes, Brenda (Bob) Fresorger, and Jim (Susan) Edwards; twelve grandchildren, one great-grandchild; several nieces and nephews; and best friends, Tony Hartman, Matt Johnson, and Darrell Goolsby also survive.

Funeral services for Eddie will be held on Thursday, October 9, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. in the chapel of Alvis Miller & Son Funeral Home with Rev. Steve Fetkenhour and Pastor Jamie Christie officiating. Interment will follow in Rose Hill Cemetery.

Eddie’s family will receive friends at Alvis Miller & Son Funeral Home Thursday from 11:00 a.m. until the service hour.

Pallbearers will include Cory Stokes, Brandon Hayes, Matt Johnson, Tony Hartman, Darrell Goolsby, and Josh Cook. Honorary pallbearers will include Casey Childers, River Stokes, and Damien Hayes.

Those attending the service are encouraged by the family to wear hunting camouflage apparel.

Alvis Miller & Son Funeral Home & Crematory is honored to serve the family of Mr. Eddie Lee Stokes.