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Barbara Jean Hattan Stokes, 80, of San Antonio passed on January 24, 2017. Born in San Antonio, Texas on September 25, 1936 to Colonel Roy Eugene Hattan, US Army and Ruth Langley Phifer Hattan. She was married to the late Maj. Perry George Stokes, US Army. Barbara is proceeded by her husband Maj. Perry G. Stokes, her oldest Son Edward Roy Stokes, her parents Col. Roy E. Hattan & Ruth Phifer Hattan, her brother Captain Robert L. Hattan, US Navy and her Great-Grandson Aaron Joseph Loudon, as well as many very dear Friends. Barbara’s energetic personality and gracious demeanor made her a much sought after business professional. Her attention to detail, speed and near flawless administrative efficiency allowed her to contribute her energies and talents to many fine companies for nearly 50-years. Barbara enjoyed reading, crochet to gift to her family, broadway plays and musicals; next to her Family, her greatest love was Genealogy. Her strong love for the family tree stimulated her interest in genealogy. Near the end of her life; Barbara contribute several filing cabinets full of extensive and detailed genealogical records to the Texas Genealogical Society. All this while raising children and supporting her husband in his military career across several continents. Her commitment at the following companies during her career as a professional executive administrator included but not limited to: Swearingen Aviation for Mr. Ed Swearingen – An internationally known Aeronautical Engineer Southwest Craft Center American Institute for Character Education for Mr. Jay Mulkey Her involvement in many organizations, societies and associations at a Local, State and National levels, are remarkable, but are not limited to the following: Army Residence Community: Barbara initiated the Wii Bowling & Wii Bingo Games. Games and activities: Mexican Train (game) The Preservation of Historic Ft Sam Houston {Active Board Member} Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) {Member} The Society of Sons and Daughters of WW II {Member} Daughters of the United States Army {Board Member} The San Antonio Genealogical Society and Library {Member} National Museum of the Pacific War, Home of Admiral Nimitz Museum {Member} Barbara, beloved Mother, is survived by: Her children: Linda S. Loudon, Michael E. Stokes, Katie S. Horn, Barry Stokes, Shelley S. Francis, and Patrice S. Harvey Her Grandchildren: Katrina Marie Ghiouli, Kourtney Marie Loudon, Clifford Albert Loudon, Madison Rae Stokes and Grace Elizabeth Stokes Her Great-Grandchildren: Colton Blake Harper, Freya Marie Ghiouli, Alyssia Michelle

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Barbara Hattan Stokes

September 25, 1936 - January 24, 2017