Died Saturday September 8, 2018 at Fremont Health
John was born September 8, 1934 in Omaha to Ivan and Norma 'Johnson' Stewart. After his schooling John served in the United States Army from 1956 until 1958. After his military service John worked for Hormel in Fremont for several years then for a trucking company for a short time. During his working years, John was an avid racer, racing midget and sprint cars, winning a midget championship in 1970.
Survivors:
Sons Steve Stewart of Fremont
Stan (Jenny) Stewart) of Fremont
Shawn (Shannon) Stewart of Fremont
Grandchildren Jack (Jill) Valentine, Tim Valentine, Jordan (John) Fritchman, Bailey (Joe) Reese,
Zach (Fiancée Mariah Frana) Stewart, Maddi Taylor
6 great grandchildren
Sister- Marge
John was preceded in death by his wife Alberta 'Bert' Stewart in 2012, daughter-in-law Deb and brother Richard.
The funeral will be 1pm Wednesday at the Ludvigsen Mortuary Chapel in Fremont. The Rev. Scott Jensen will officiate. Burial will follow in Memorial Cemetery with Military Honors by the Fremont Honor Guard. Visitation will be Tuesday from 3pm to 8pm with the family present from 6pm to 8pm also at the funeral home. Memorials may be directed to the family.
Online guestbook at www.Ludvigsenmortuary.com
Condolences(3)
Erik Goldsberry
Palisade, CO Wednesday, October 10, 2018 The Stewart Family was always a good friend of the Goldsberry family..., sorry this is late, but I have good memories of everyone, including John. Sorry for your loss...my Dad John really enjoyed your Dads friendship...couple of good guys there.Lisa "Tracy" Stork
West Des Moines, IA Tuesday, September 11, 2018 Steve, so sorry to see this, but now he is back with your Mom. You were such a blessing to him! I would be there tomorrow if I was closer. I'll be thinking of you. Love ya always!Shelley Pettit Staples
Fremont, NE Tuesday, September 11, 2018 Sending Hugs to Steve and family. I just saw you with your Father and I thought Good Job Steve. I know from my last 4 years what you have gone thru but you will be happy that you were there for him. It will take awhile but know he appreciated it!Shel