Mary Jo Stokes

Mary Jo Stokes 40 of La Salle. Passed away October 27, 2024. 

A celebration of her life and private burial will be at a later date. Cremation rites have been accorded. Ptak Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements. 

Mary Jo was born September 5, 1984, in Peru, IL to Joseph and Susan (Loechner) Lucas, Sr. She loved exploring the outdoors in her free time. 

Mary Jo is survived by her mother Susan of Oglesby. Her son Jeremy Grooms of Peru and her stepson Cody Stokes. 6 sisters Nancy, Michelle, Brenda, Katie, Joanne, and Laura. Six brothers Mike, Charlie, Mikey, Joey, Matt, and Jeremy. 

Mary Jo was preceded in death by her daughter Aalyssa, her father Joseph Sr. And her brother Rex. 

Cards and flowers may be sent to the funeral home for the family. 

Online condolences and memories may be shared at PtakFH.com