Stokes

A Celebration of Life for Arthur F. Stokes, 88 of Round Top, will be held at Festival Hill’s Chapel on March 2, 2025 at 3 p.m. Ceremony will be performed by Father Bill of the St. Cecilia’s Episcopal Church.

Art passed away Jan. 2, 2025. He started life in Faith Mission Orphanage in Crystal Beach, Fla. He passionately enjoyed both music and art throughout his lifetime. His talented piano skills ultimately brought Arthur, and those listening, a lifetime of piano joy.

In 1993, Arthur’s talents brought him to Round Top, where he became the official photographer for the acclaimed Festival Institute allowing him to be enveloped in both photography and music. Arthur found success with numerous shows in the area including the Downtown Gallery in Brenham, the ARTS in Fayetteville, the Live Oak Art Gallery in Columbus and the Houston FotoFest. His photography has earned him countless awards over the years. More recently, Arthur worked fervently on the Pandemic Porch Project. In Round Top, Texas, Arthur found his home.

Art is survived by his daughters, Shelley and Eva; stepdaughter Nina; granddaughters, Gabrielle and Angelique; grandson, Forrest; great-grandson, Colton; and many loving friends.