Frank Jeffrey “Jeff” Stewart was born Oct. 17, 1943, in Crawfordsville, to Edward and Mae Stewart. He died Feb. 28, 2025.
Jeff was the second of four sons. He graduated from CHS in 1961 and from Franklin College in 1965. He was commissioned as a Naval Officer in 1965. He married the love of his life, Geraldine “Jerri” Stewart on April 17, 1966. He was proud of being a veteran and serving his country. He loved sharing his funny and sometimes harrowing stories of his time at sea with his children and grandchildren.
He was an active member of First Christian Church, Crawfordsville, after Jeff and Jerri moved to Crawfordsville. He volunteered for many organizations including CASA, Scouting, and Meals on Wheels. Jeff enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, whether camping, visiting historic sites and museums, or crushing everyone at chess.
He is preceded in death by his beloved wife Jerri; his parents; and brothers, John and Gary.
He is survived by his children, Michael Stewart, Kristen (Andy) Hudson, Timothy Stewart and Heather (Andy) Borgerding; brother Kent (Kathy) Stewart; sister-in-law Arleen Stewart; brother-in-law Laurel “Larry” Gerold Jr.; and sister-in-law Karen Gerold. Additionally, he is survived by 11 grandchildren, Ryan O’Neill, William O’Neill, Carolyn (Brad) Szabo, Jakob Borgerding, Charlotte Hudson, Samson Stewart, Caleb Immel, Callen Borgerding, Benjamin Hudson, Eden Borgerding, James Immel, as well as six great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.
A funeral service will be held at noon Wednesday, March 5 at First Christian Church, Crawfordsville, with Pastor Darla Goodrich officiating. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to noon at the church. Interment will follow at Oak Hill Cemetery South.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to First Christian Church, Crawfordsville, or the Wounded Warrior Project.
Hunt & Son Funeral Home is assisting the family.
Condolences and memories may be shared at www.huntandson.com.
