Everette William "Bill" Stokes

Everette William “Bill” Stokes, 76, of Salem, Arkansas, passed away on March 11, 2026, at Mountain Home, Arkansas. He was born on June 12, 1949, in Searcy, Arkansas, to Lewis Somers Stokes and Gloria Winifred (Howland) Stokes.

Bill proudly served his country in the United States Air Force for twenty years during the Vietnam War. His years of military service reflected his dedication, discipline, and love for his country.

On June 7, 1977, Bill married Emma Lorraine Scott in Basil, Switzerland. Together they shared many years of marriage and built a loving family.

Bill enjoyed the simple pleasures in life. He loved watching Arkansas Razorbacks football and Arkansas Razorbacks men's basketball, as well as cheering on the Salem Greyhounds. One of his favorite pastimes was sitting on the porch with a cup of coffee, enjoying the quiet moments of the day. Above all, he cherished time with his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchild.

Bill was a faithful member of Salem Praise and Worship Fellowship in Salem, Arkansas.

He is survived by his son, George Stokes (Christina Morrell) of Yellville, Arkansas; his daughter, Heather Hickey (Daniel) of Yellville, Arkansas; nine grandchildren, Greg Stokes, Lauren Kisman (Adam), Colleen Burkhart (Robert Smith), Alexis Burkhart, Hope Bennett, Jace Bennett, Rylee Hickey, Kelsey Hickey, and Ethan Hickey; and one great-grandson, Everett Burkhart. He is also survived by his sisters, Pat Garton of Starkville, Mississippi, and Lisa Kubicek (Ronald) of Cleburne, Texas.

He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Lorraine Stokes; his parents, Lewis and Gloria Stokes; his brother, Lewis Somers Stokes, Jr.; and his brother-in-law, Marty Garton.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Monday, March 16, 2026, at Barker Funeral Home in Salem, Arkansas. Visitation will be held from 1:00 P.M. until the time of service on Monday at the funeral home. Interment will follow in the Salem Cemetery in Salem, Arkansas.

Pallbearers will be George Stokes, Ethan Hickey, Greg Stokes, Robert Smith, Daniel Hickey, and Adam Kisman. Honorary pallbearers will be Jace Bennett and Everett Burkhart. Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or Arkansas Children’s Hospital.

Arrangements are under the direction of Barker Funeral Home in Salem, Arkansas.