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His survivors include: sons and daughters-in-law, Ken and Dena Oakes, Bill and Christy Oakes; daughter and son-in-law, Jennifer and Shane Estes; grandchildren, Kennedy Oakes, Joshua Oakes, Elizabeth Oakes Martin (husband Zach), Hutson Oakes, Asa Estes, and Josie Estes. He is also survived by his loving partner of seven years, Linda Cunningham.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Rutherford Memorial UMC, PO Box 96, Corryton, TN 37721.
Pallbearers: Joshua Oakes, Hutson Oakes, Asa Estes, Zach Martin, Juan Morales, Mauricio Elias, Felipe Morales and Carlos Padron Ramirez.
Stewart served as a full-time minister with the United Methodist Church for several years and as a part-time minister for years to follow. He loved farming and began Oakes Daylilies with his father Bill Oakes in the 80's. He worked with the nursery until his death, and enjoyed getting to work with his son and grandson. He was also a rural mail carrier for many years. He was known for his skill at finding arrowheads and his love for corny jokes. He enjoyed taking annual cruises with the Corryton Cruisers and was an avid UT fan.
The family will receive friends at Rutherford Memorial United Methodist Church, Tuesday, April 29 from 5:00 to 7:00 pm, with the funeral service to follow, Reverend Joe Phillips and Reverend Steve Doyal officiating. Interment will be held Wednesday, April 30 at 12:00 pm at Clapps Chapel Church Cemetery.
Stevens Mortuary, Oglewood Avenue at N. Broadway is serving the family of Mr. Oakes.
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April 27, 2025
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Lynda Wright
April 28, 2025
When I worked at The Oaks Farm, Stewart was the handy man and do a great job.
Dennis Dalton
April 28, 2025
So sorry for your loss he was such a a good person and very wise when talking about daylillies Dennis and Larrie Dalton
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