Doreen A. Stokes
September 07, 2011
Doreen Anne Stokes was born on March 26, 1948 in Escanaba, Michigan, to Herman and Pearl Bittner. She was the eldest of three girls. She passed away September 7, 2011, at Methodist Hospital in Des Moines.
Doreen was a devoted wife, mother, sister and friend. Her life was defined by her deep love of family, uncommon friendships and devotion to the Catholic Church. Doreen had a remarkable pace of involvement in the community. Through many organizations, she gave much of herself and touched many lives along the way. She loved to read, to watch sports, and most of all, to talk. That gift of conversation, her caring personality and endless spirit will be dearly missed.
Doreen leaves behind her loving husband of 33 years, Allan; her children, Lucas (Tiffany) Erickson, Nathan (Shannon) Stokes and Emily Stokes; and her sister, Janice. “MoDo” will also be deeply missed by her three grandchildren, Matty, Meg, and Josie.
Doreen was met in heaven by her parents and her sister, Joanne.
A visitation will be held on Sunday, September 11, 2011, from 4 to 7 p.m. with a rosary to begin at 7 p.m. at Hamilton’s Southtown Funeral Home, 5400 SW 9th Street. A Funeral Mass will be held at 10 a.m. Monday, September 12, 2011, at Christ the King Catholic Church. Burial will follow at Glendale Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Catholic Charities for the Diocese of Des Moines.
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Bill and Mary Beck
09/09/2011
Allan: We are truly saddened by Doreen's death. She was an amazing person.
Her passing will not only leave a void in our lives, but in the hearts of everyone who knew her.
Our sincere thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
With deepest sympathy,
Susan Augustin (Rissman
09/09/2011
I'm very sorry for your loss. She was a great person. My thoughts and prayers for the family during your time of loss.
Nick Nigro
09/09/2011
I am sorry to hear of the lost of your wife Doreen.I didnt know Doreen as well as I know you so, I dont know what to say Allen, except that I am so, so sorry to hear about the death of your wife. My God bless and comfort you and your family at this time.
Keriann Riewe
09/09/2011
Allan, Emily, and family,
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Doreen. She was a very special woman who touched the lives of so many people. She will always hold a special place in my heart. She was like a mom to me while I lived in Des Moines, and I will miss her a lot. My heart is aching right now. May God provide comfort and strength to you all during this very difficult time. I will be thinking about and praying for you all.
Keriann
Shari Snyder
09/09/2011
Janice: I am so sorry for your loss of Doreen. I pray that the Lord will give you his comfort during this difficult time. Just know Janice that I will keep you in my prayers and that you can take comfort in your family at this time. Shari
Shari Snyder
09/09/2011
Emily: My heart aches for you in your loss of your Mom. I will keep you in my prayers. Embrace being surrounded by your family & take comfort in the strength of the love & support of your family. Shari
John Brower
09/09/2011
Dear Allen and family:
It is my fervent hope that you and yours will know and experience the healing grace and presence of our Lord during this most difficult of time. Know that you are all in my prayers. May God bless you and yours.
Yours Most Sincerely and Respectfully,
John Brower and Family
Mike & Debbie Adamietz
09/09/2011
Allan;
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of Doreen. Out prayers are with you and we will continue to pray for Doreen that she be taken directly to heaven.
If you need any help with your Knights duties or with your MC or Minister Schedule, or help with anything for that matter, Please, Please, Please, let us know. We will be glad to help in any way we can.
Mike & Debbie
Joe & Diana Bohlke
09/09/2011
Allan,
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your wife Doreen. Know that we will be praying for both of you over the next several days.
Joe & Diana Bohlke
lou/lucy bonvissuto
09/09/2011
we are so sorry for your lose.lou and i will always remember our great times in dayton, our prayers are with all of you
George H Pettus
09/08/2011
Allan, our thoughts and prayers are certainly with you and your family at this time. Please let us know if there is anything we can do for you. Hold close and cherish all the wonderful memories and times of laughter and joy that you and Doreen shared together my friend.