LaWanda Stewart

LaWanda Stewart obituary

LaWanda Stewart

LaWanda Stewart Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Reed's Chapel Decaturville on Dec. 4, 2025.
LaWanda Marine Stewart age 76 passed from this life on Thursday, December 4, 2025 in Lexington, TN.

She is survived by a daughter, LaRachel Stewart Wade and husband Travis; three grandchildren, Brayden Wade, Alexander Wade, and Lachlan Wade. She is also survived by one brother, James Glenn Blankenship and wife Paula; two sisters, Shelby Jean Roberts; Audrice Ann Garner, all of Lexington, TN

She was preceded in death by her parents, William Howell Blankenship, Sr. and Wilma Lucille Petty Blankenship Frederick and three brothers, William Howell Blankenship, Jr., Billy Joe Blankenship, and Danny Wayne Blankenship.

In honor of her request, A private family visitation will be held on Saturday, December 6, 2025 from 10:00 AM until 11:00 AM at Reed's Chapel in Decaturville a public graveside service to follow at 12:00 PM at Lexington Cemetery.

To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of LaWanda (Blakenship) Stewart, please visit our floral store.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Reed's Chapel Decaturville

113 S West St P. O. Box 657, Decaturville, TN 38329

Make a Donation
in LaWanda Stewart's name

How to support LaWanda's loved ones
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Poems of Mourning and Comfort

The best poems for funerals, memorial services., and cards.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief

Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
Ways to honor LaWanda Stewart's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more

Sign LaWanda Stewart's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?