Charles Stewart

Charles H. Stewart

Charles Herbert Stewart left his earthly home on May 9, 2020, at the age of 82. He was born at home on the family farm in Gibson County on July 4, 1937, to the late Oscar Cecil and Hazel Mae Stewart. Charles loved his family and took pride in all of them.

He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Carolyn Barrett Stewart; daughters, Gail Harris, Becky Koffman (Neill), Kay Moffitt, and Susan Nance; son, Kevin Wright (Catherine); eight grandchildren, Austin Koffman, Ben Koffman, Justin Barker, Megan Taylor, Hunter Taylor (Peyton), Will Wright (Eva), Annie Wright, and Lauren Wright; one great-granddaughter, Bella Barker; brother, Jerry Stewart (Gayle); sisters, Mary Abbott, Virginia McPherson (Wayne), Dee Merrell (Greg), Jane Tucker (Daryl), and Glenda Martin along with many nieces and nephews.

Charles was preceded in death by his parents and his son, Charles Herbert Stewart, Jr.

Charles lived in Gibson County most of his life and worked in the finance business. He loved working in the yard, growing flowers and tomatoes and could often be found in his workshop, making and repairing furniture. He was an avid fan of NASCAR, St. Louis Cardinals baseball, and Memphis Tigers basketball. He enjoyed the outdoors, especially boating on Kentucky Lake where he made many good friends.

Until his illness, Charles was an active member of Humboldt First Evangelical Presbyterian Church where he had served as Elder and Treasurer. As such, the family requests that memorial contributions be directed to the church at 1528 Presbyterian Drive, Humboldt, TN 38343.

A private family service will be held on Wednesday, May 13, 2020, with Pastor Jonathan Criswell officiating. Burial will follow in Double Springs Cemetery.

Pallbearers to serve will be: Austin Koffman, Ben Koffman, Justin Barker, Hunter Taylor, Will Wright, Nick Dunaway.