Louis Stokes is a 30 year retired Ohio Congressman. Currently, Louis Stokes is a Senior Counsel at a prominent International Law Firm, a distingiushed  Educator, a Living Historical Figure, an U. S. Urban Legacy, Hero and Legend. Most importantly he is a Stone Family Elder.

 

Louis Stokes has had an illustrious political career. His life long public reputation is one of Integrity, Compassion and Diligence. He is a man who is willing to extend himself and his time to selflessly help, articulate, advocate and eagerly defend the rights for disempowered, disenfranchised, the working poor and dispossed people in America. He has rentlessly advocated for social policy issues, civil rights, education, health care reform and numerous important social policy initiatives for beneficial changes on behalf of the citzens of Ohio and the American Nation for over a half century. His poignant leadership, tireless work ethic and mentorship with the CBC (Congressional Black Caucus) has had a profound impact and influence on the career paths of many of today's elected African American Political Officials, Community Leaders, Activists and Citizens.

 

He is generous with his spirit's time and energy. Especially, with sharing quality time with his family and friends. Whom he shares an incredible loving bond. He enjoys people and forging friendships. It is a pleasurable experience to meet him in person feel, experience and see his life's force energy. He has an attitude of gratitude. His demeanor and decorum is respectful. He acknowledges the presence of others within his reach. He is gracious with his gestures, social interactions and engaging with the public. He attenatively listens and gives people his ear and full attention when people speak with him. He is a soft spoken, peaceful and tranquil man that has exceptional prolific oratorical skills and fearlessly expresses himself wherever he goes. In his presence one feels a sense of profound respect, dignity, strength, assurance and security. Louis Stokes is truly a remarkable empathetic and compassionate human being. He is a Noble Man, a Gentleman and a great warrior for social justice. We are Blessed, Honored and extremely Proud to have him as a Stone Family Elder.

 

It is wonderful to know him. If you dont know him or have not had an opportunity to meet him especially, if you are a family member, write or call him. He is an admired positive Stone Family role model and an outstanding Elder. Louis Stokes is an excellent example of "an overcomer". He is a successful determined and focused achiever. He has deliberately risen above the myths, restrictions and negative limitations imposed and set by society for African Americans. Louis Stokes is part of the third Generation of African American Stone Family Members. Our Stone Family African American Surname, American Ancestors lineage and roots are originally from a place called (Jefferson County Georgia) Wrens, Ga.

 

In spite of the premature and unexpected death of Louis father, Charles Stokes, at age 2 1/2 years, being fatherless, raised in a single parent home and humble family origin beginnings did not deter him. Stereotypically, he was considered a disadvantage underpriviledged at risk Black Cleveland Youth. Louis credits his mother, Louise Stone - Stokes, for influencing the course of his life. He often states she was loving, caring, encouraging, devoted, hard working and supportive devoted mother to her family. Despite the times, Louis determined not to be defeated by circumstances forged ahead and overcame the odds, the difficult times, the social oppressive conditions, racial barriers, social restrictions, struggles, unknown and unforseen life challenges.He did not allow others to choose his fate or destiny for him. Nor did he allow or let adversity or anyone else stop or impede him from cultivating his innate abilities and talents. He challenged the challenges of his life.

 

Along the way with the personal guidance of his mother, Louise Stone - Stokes, and family he learned to make critical discerning life choices and decisions based on his interests, desired personal goals and life plans. It is the inner choices and decisions that he made from the essence of his being's inner core and soul that helped shaped his future. He has been able to self master his personal power, command his mental power and abilities to manifest and realize a better life for himself and his love ones with his faith, trust and belief in God. There is an old saying that holds truth for those that understand "God helps those that help themselves". Louis Stokes political career accompishments and personal life achievements are not random acts. His success did not happen by luck, chance or happenstance. It was the deliberate directed concentrated energy of his mind, unwavering beliefs and convictions, sheer determination and personal efforts that has made him a successful man. Even though, his options "appeared limited" he self defined his personhood, what he wanted for his life and focused on his goals. He initiated, executed and navigated his life's plans with inner resolve, self determination, confidence and courage.

 

As the result of his personal commitment to himsef and his dedicated efforts he has emerged as a man of distinction, the Honorable Louis Stokes. He has received innumerable well deserved academic honors and prestigious civic awards for his tireless work ethic and dedicated advocacy efforts. Prestigous Educational Fellowships, Schools and Libraries are named after him in his honor. He is active Board Member of several major US organizations. Louis Stokes has an incredible political career and an amazing inspiring life story.We encourage him to write his memoirs. Louis and his beautiful intelligent wife Jay have been successfully married for over 46 years.

 

 

 

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Historical Stone Family Documents and Stone Family Heirloom 19th & 20th Century Black & White Vintage Legacy Photographs are Archive at a Digital storage and retrieval site. It will be linked to The Stone Family website.This section is exclusively for Stone Family Members private viewing. Password is required.

This Historical Page is a Work in Progress.................

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Keeping in the African oral tradition we envisioned, we will have a knowledgeable, dynamic and vibrant Stone Family Member give you an in depth oral Historical Overview and Description of our Stone Family Ancestors and Family History. We, also, plan to ave a Stone Family Historical Streaming Video Library and the Voices of Wisdom Biographies and Personal Family Stories told by our Stone Family Elders to be the cornerstones and one of the viewing attraction of our Virtual Stone Family Historical Collection.

 

Visitors will be able to view a collection of Historical Documents, Family Heirloom Letters and Postcards. Please contact us if you have documents & / or photos you would like to share & / or donate towards our WIP Project.

 

 

 

 

 

A Stone Family Legacy Member Currently Researching and Collecting Georgia Family Roots Documents To Preserve Family History & Author Family Book.

 

Stone Family Legacy Committee Members Conducting Personal Telephone, One on One Personal Visits & Interviews With Elder Family Members In N.Y.C.,  Atlanta & Wrens, Ga.

 

Coming Soon Our Family's Jenkins Surname Lineage Will Be Added To Site!!!

Next Jenkins Family Re-Union Schedule For August 2007 in Va. Beach. 

 

Family Members Gathering Family Photographs and contributing To Family Site.

 

Stone Family Member Louis Stokes In The Process Of Writing His Memoirs.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Wrens Stone Family Descendents Marriage Surnames