Mr Chad Ian Stew Stewart, aged 53, from Waynesboro, PA, passed away on the morning of Thursday, December 19, 2024, at Mercy House in Chambersburg, PA.
Born on March 8, 1971, in Waynesboro, he was the son of Dave Stewart of Waynesboro and Therese (Hayes) Stewart-Radotic of Mill Spring, NC.
He attended South Plantation High School in Florida before completing his education at Waynesboro Area Senior High School, graduating with the Class of 1989, where he excelled in basketball, baseball, and football.
Chad worked for Thorsen’s Precision Grinding and later at Landis Machine Company in Waynesboro.
He was an active member of several local organizations, including the Eagles Club, Inc., Joe Stickell American Legion Post #15, The Owls Club, and Loyal Order of Moose Lodge #1191, all in Waynesboro, as well as The Blue Ridge Sportsman’s Association.
Chad’s interests included golfing, attending races, and being a dedicated fan of Alabama football and the New Orleans Saints. He had a passion for riding his Harley Davidson and cherished time spent with his dog, Harley. He also enjoyed 80’s hair bands and frequently attended their concerts.
In addition to his parents, he is survived by his long-term partner and wife, Laura Lee (Kauffman) Stewart, whom he married on May 10, 2023; his twin sister, Tanya (Stewart) Driver of Ft. Lauderdale, FL; one nephew, Rylan Driver of Ft. Lauderdale; and his step-father, Steve Radotic of Mill Spring, NC.
The family welcomes friends to pay their respects from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Monday, December 23, 2024, at the Grove-Bowersox Funeral Home, located at 50 S. Broad St., Waynesboro.
Burial and religious services will be held privately at the convenience of the family.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Mercy House, 730 Norland Avenue, Chambersburg, PA 17201, or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital online here.
