Catherine Loreen Carrigg Stokes, 85, of Columbia, died Wednesday, June 24, 2015. Born November 15, 1929 in Columbia, she the daughter of the late Willie Andrew Carrigg and Chystolee Boltin Carrigg. Catherine grew up in Columbia and was a graduate of University High School. She worked with Travelers Insurance Company and as Town Clerk for the City of Forest Acres and later for the SC Department of Wildlife (now DNR.) retiring in 1992. She was a member of Denny Terrace Baptist Church and, in her later years, St. David's Episcopal Church.

Survivors include her daughters, Cathey Stokes Boozer (John C.) of Columbia, Carol Stokes of Columbia; a son, John Patrick Stokes Jr. (Lisa Tarlton Stokes) of Lexington; grandchildren, Whitney Boozer Catalano (Edward) of Columbia, John Ryan Boozer of Columbia, Courtney Nicole Painter (Scott) of Raleigh, NC, LeeAnne Rene Stokes of Lexington; great-grandchildren, Stella Stokes Catalano, Lola Leigh Catalano and Dylan Day Painter. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, John Patrick Stokes, Sr.

Heaven truly gained another angel on Wednesday. Our Mom, "Grannie" was always a tower of strength, love, and support to her family and friends. Her spirit and hope always strong and she was a truly beautiful person inside and out. She loved rocking her grandchildren and great grandchildren and singing "Jesus Loves Me" to each and every one of them and they were truly blessed to have enjoyed time with their "Grannie". Mom's love was unconditional and she will forever be in our hearts.

The family extends special thanks and gratitude to Ceil and Maggie and others from Tri-County Hospice for their care, attention and kindness to Mom. Their care and support allowed her last earthly days to be spent at home with her family. We also thank Dusty, Dr. Butler and the staff at SCOA.

A funeral service will be held 11o'clock, Friday, June 26, at St. David's Episcopal Church, with The Fr. Rev. William M. "Scotty" Brock and The Rev. Paul M. Smith officiating. Interment will follow in Bush River Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends prior to the service beginning at 10 o'clock at the church. Memorials may be made to St. David's Episcopal Church, 605 Polo Road, Columbia, SC 29223. Shives Funeral Home, Trenholm Road Chapel, is assisting the family.