James Randall Stokes, affectionately known as Randy, passed away at the age of 64 on May 5, 2025, at Hospice Savannah.
Born and raised in Savannah, he was the son of James Alvin Stokes and Dorothy “Dottie” (Tyler) Stokes. Randy served as a Financial Service Specialist in the United States Air Force, where he enjoyed serving his country and traveling. However, he was happiest in his hometown of Savannah.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Jimmy and Dottie Stokes; grandparents, Lenwood and Dorothy Stokes and Jack and Roabie Tyler; and his beloved great-grandmother, Ruby Baker.
Randy is survived by his son, James E. Stokes (Cassie); brothers, Mark Stokes (Mary) and Jason Stokes; and nieces, Alicia Barber (Brandon) and Rachael Stokes.
Memorial services will be held on Friday, May 9, at 2:00 pm at Families First Funeral Care, located at 1328 Dean Forest Rd in Savannah. Families First Funeral Care is handling the arrangements for Mr. Stokes.
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Craig Morrison
Mark and Jason,
I am so sorry for you loss.
Although Randy and I were not close for a long time, we were very close in our teens and I always considered him my best friend.
I have many fond memories of him and the gang. Playing Risk, bowling, Atari, watching Gilligan’s Island after school, playing First Bounce and so much more. Of course, I would be remiss not to mention The Greatest Band in the Land — KISS!!! Eating lunch with his grandmother (maybe great) after bowling. She was such a wonder person and awesome cook. I still remember her many layered chocolate cake. All these great memories because of Randy.
I always considered your family mine and I am sure your parents thought they had adopted a kid because I ate so many meals with you all.
I pass the old place on Siem Place all the time as I live in the my parents old house in the neighborhood and I often think of the good times that were shared with Randy, you guys, and the neighborhood kids.
I know you all will miss him and it makes me sad that I didn’t get a chance to attend his memorial (my ex-sister in law passed this on to me). I am forever grateful to meeting him and the joy that he brought me.
If ya’ll need anything, please let me know.