Joe Stewart

Benjamin Funeral Service - Nowata, Oklahoma Joe Turner Stewart, born in a farm house near Childers, was a husband, father, grandfather, and friend to all he met because he never met a stranger. Joe was the first son born January 2, 1932 to Georgia (Stamps) and Turner Stewart. He passed away at home on March 31, 2014. Joe attended school at Lenapah graduating in 1950. He joined the Army National Guard at 17 and served for 5 years. During the 70's and 80's, he built numerous homes around Nowata County and the Coffeyville area. Joe was a dedicated farmer all of his life and took great pride while caring for his land. Joe could always be found on any of his John Deere equipment whether it was a tractor, lawn mower, or gator. He was a member of the First Christian Church of Nowata. Survivors include his wife Norma of the home; two daughters, Kay Lusnak and husband Mike of Tulsa, Kim Stewart of Erie, Colorado; three sons, Larry Stewart of Florida, Stephen Stewart of Bartlesville, Jeffrey Stewart and wife Kim of Athol, MA; two grandchildren, Jordan and Michael Lusnak of Tulsa; one sister, Nancy Davis of Lone Wolf; a brother Jim Stewart of Oklahoma City. He was preceded in death by his parents. The family thanks Joe's two "adopted sons" Terry Harris and Danny Hester. He enjoyed his Breakfast Club who were long time friends. Special thanks goes to Caring Hands Hospice in Bartlesville for their wonderful care. Services were held on Thursday, April 3rd at 2:00 P.M. at the First Christian Church of Nowata. Private burial services will be held at a later date at the Childers Chapel Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to First Christian Church of Nowata and The Keith Worthington Chapter of the ALS Association, 2209 Petrus Circle, Ozark, Missouri 65721.

Visitation Details

Wednesday, April 2nd, 2014 8:00am - 9:00pm, Benjamin Funeral Home

Thursday, April 3rd, 2014 8:00am - 11:00am, Benjamin Funeral Home

Service Details

Thursday, April 3rd, 2014 2:00pm, First Christian Church - Nowata

Interment Details

Childers Cemetery