Wade Stewart Obituary
Wade Stewart, age 70 passed away Saturday October 11, 2025 at his home surrounded by his loving family in Doyle, TN.
He was born May 2, 1955 to James Franklin Stewart and Betty Sullivan in Tampa, Fl.
He is preceded in death by his parents; Wife, Opal Elaine Stewart; son, James Michael Stewart; granddaughter, Jamie Michele Stewart.
He is survived by his sons, Chris (Paula) Nash of Tracy City, and Frankie (Ashley) Stewart of Sparta, TN; daughter, Amber (Reed) Zile of Sparta, TN; 8 grandchildren; 2 great grandchildren; sister, Linda Simons of Florida; numerous nieces, nephews, and close friends.
In leu of flowers the family has asked that you make donations.
Arrangements:
Family will receive friends on Saturday October 18, 2025 starting at 12:00 p.m. till 2:00 p.m. at Thurman Funeral Home.
Graveside service will begin at 3:00PM on Saturday October 18, 2025 at Saylors Cemetery. Interment at Saylors Cemetery.
Please sign the online guestbook at www.thurmanfuneral.com.
Thurman Funeral Home is honored to assist the family with arrangements.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
44 North Main Street, Sparta, TN 38583
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