John was born in Waynesburg on May 28, 1954 to the late John B. Stewart and Margie Dulaney Stewart. He was a 1972 graduate of Waynesburg High School. He was retired from PennDot after 34 years of employment. He owned Stewart's Utopia, where he bred Labrador Retrievers.He loved to hunt when he was able and spend time in the country.
He is survived by his daughter, Carly A. Kahl (Rusty); grandchildren, Jimmy, J.J., Ruby, John, Tommy, and Mikey; brother, Jeff Stewart (Angela); nephews, J.B. and Rory Stewart; several aunts, uncles, and cousins; and his canine companions, Verna, Becca, and Cotton.
A Memorial Visitation will be held on Sunday, July 28 from 12 PM until the time of service at 2 PM at Behm Funeral Home, 182 W. High St., Waynesburg, PA 15370. A gathering at John's house will be held immediately after the service.