Louise Stewart

Louise Stewart, 72, of Springdale, passed away Monday, October 19, 2020, in Fayetteville. She was born February 1, 1948, in Newton County, Ark., to John and Virginia Fine Thomas Watson. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Bobby Stewart, Sr.; three brothers; and two sisters. Louise was a member of Berry Street Baptist Church and a born-again Christian. She had a compassionate, loving heart. Louise thrived on helping others in need. She loved listening to gospel music. She is survived by two sons, Dwain Stewart, Jr., and wife Susan, and Vance Stewart and wife Melissa, both of Springdale; four daughters, Donna Sue Herman and husband Tony of Fayetteville, Gina Sickmiller and husband Jeff of Elkins, Dawna Rae Patterson of Rogers and Cathy Jordan of Fayetteville; a sister, Jenny Koch of Springdale; 16 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; also Scott Creech (like a son to her); and several other family members and friends. Funeral services will be 1 p.m., Thursday, October 22, 2020, at Beard's Funeral Chapel with Reverend Richard Perry officiating. The family will receive friends from 12 p.m., until service-time at the funeral home on Thursday. Interment will follow in Mt. Olive Cemetery. Condolences at www.beardsfuneralchapel.com