James "Bill" F. Stewart, 75, of St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Sunday, August 25, 2024 at his home. He was born November 18, 1948 in Wallace, MO, son of Jane and Wentlo Stewart.
He attended Benton High School. Bill married Karen Leach on July 3, 1979 in St. Joseph. He served in the Army, and is a Veteran of the Vietnam War. He was a long time Truck Driver working many years primarily at Barlow Truck Lines, and he Owned/Operated his own truck for several years. He enjoyed playing cards, spending time with his animals, and his time at home. In his younger years, he was an avid hunter and fisherman.
He was preceded in death by mother, Jane Stewart - Nell, father, Wentlo Stewart, step-daughter, Lori Ellis, and brother, Thomas Stewart.
Survivors include: wife, Karen Sue Stewart of the home, children, James "Jimmy" Stewart Jr. and Christina (Terry) Jennings, all of Iowa, sister, Ina (Steve) Cox of St. Joseph, brother, John (Jackie) Stewart of Fillmore, MO, several grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be 2:00 pm, Friday, August 30, 2024 at the Rupp Funeral Home, where the family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Thursday. Entombment will take place in Mt. Olivet Cemetery. The family would like to extend a special Thank You to Tradition's Hospice and their care team for the care they provided.
