William A. Stewart, 73, Hawesville, KY

William (Bill) Allan Stewart 73 of Hawesville, KY, passed away peacefully on November 1, 2026.
Bill was born in Princton, on June 14, 1953, to the late Orville and Wanda Stewart.
Bill will be remembered for his strong Christian faith, kind heart, and unwavering love for his family and friends. A devoted member of the Nazarene Church in Tell City, he lived his life guided by faith, compassion, and service to others.
Bill was a talented artist whose paintings captured the beauty of nature and the world around him. He was also a passionate photographer, skilled carpenter, gardener, and landscaper. He found great joy in working with his hands, caring for animals, and spending time outdoors. In the mornings he enjoyed drinking coffee with his buddies at Julie’s Cafe in Tell City.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 31 years, Kathy Stewart; his children, Josh (Lidia) Stewart, Nakaa Stewart (Scott Stryer) and Jessica (Chris) Mosby, and his stepdaughter, Jennifer Clay (Chris McHenry)
Bill’s cherished grandchildren include Selina Stewart, Tyler McFarling, Sierra McFarling, and Chase Kelley, a great-granddaughter Everest Morales and great-grandson Karson. He was also blessed with step-grandchildren Cydney, Casey, Paxton and Carley Mosby.
Also surviving are his sisters, Lois (Mike) Heady, Linda (Bill) Brown, and Lori (Jeff) Love, and his brothers, Scott Stewart and Raymond Oldham, as well as several nieces and nephews, along with many extended family members and dear friends whose lives were touched by his kindness, generosity, and friendship.
Though deeply missed, Bill’s legacy lives on through his family, his artwork, his craftsmanship, and the countless people who were blessed to know him. His memory will be treasured always, and his faith assures those who loved him that they will meet again.
Visitation will be held Thursday, November 5, from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. at Boultinghouse Funeral Home in Rockport. Funeral services will begin at 1 p.m. Family and friends are invited to attend and celebrate William’s life and legacy.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Tell City Church of the Nazarene.