Duane Michael Stewart

We were so sorry to hear of Duane's death.We have many fond memories of visits with Jean and George and of briefly knowing Duane.Thru the years we knew only thru Jean's letters of a very troubled life but a a very special young man.Our very fondest regards to all of the Stewart family.

To everyone who feels this profound loss:

Where to begin? I am one of so many who was improved by this man. I count Coach Stewart as one of the five most influential men in my life. I felt his influence (in my big brother, Donnie) even before I got to know Coach. I had the distinct pleasure of running for him on the high school track team as a 7th and 8th grader, as well as during high school. Let there be no mistake, this man taught me how to lose! Years later he taught me how...

Dear Mrs. Stewart and family,
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Mr. Stewart was one of my favorite teachers. His enthusiasm for history was contagious; I credit him with inspiring me to be a teacher. I remember interviewing Mr. Stewart during my student-teaching methods class. I asked how he could still be enthusiastic about teaching? He replied, "I'd rather teach than eat, unless it was brown beans and corn bread." I think Paris, Kentucky will be a little less interesting without...

Thomas, Susan, and the Stewart family
I am deeply saddened by your loss.
I learned so much from Coach Stewart in history class and in my track and cross country days at Bourbon County, and the memories of being on his teams are some my best from BCHS. He was such a great coach because of his knowledge of the sports, his ability to make them fun, and his desire to motivate us to be our best.
Thanks Coach Stewart.
William K. Taylor, III (BCHS '91)

Keith, Tony and Mrs. Stewart,
I was deeply saddened to read of Duane's passing. I hope all of you and your families are doing well. My best to all.

Henry

To Jean, Tony, Keith, and family,
I am deeply saddened by your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Debi

I ran for Coach for only three years but what he taught me has served me well and will last a lifetime. His sense of humor endeared him to all, except perhaps the French. This guy made a difference, and I’m better for having known him.
Thanks Coach.
Charles (Class of '90)

I met Duane when he was 4 and babysat him when the moved to Brent street. I taugh him in Sunday school, worked with him at the high school, he was one of my special people and a very dear friend. I shall really miss him my sympathy to Mrs. Stewart and Brother's.
love and prayers

I am deeply saddened to hear of Duane's death. I was fortunate to have him as a teacher at BCHS in a class that I think we called Economics. He used this class period to teach us about things that weren't covered in other classes -- life lessons as well as theological issues. And, of course, chess. I have thought of him often over the years. "Break the Brick"