Richard W. Steward, 83 of Seymour, Indiana, passed away Sunday, October 9, 2016, at St. Francis Health in Indianapolis.
He was born February 10, 1933, in Lebanon, Ohio, the son of Sylvan Russell and Helen (Monce) Steward.
He married Doris Creech on September 17, 1954, in Lebanon, Ohio, and she preceded him April 30, 2014.
Richard was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church and served in the US Navy. He was also a member of Jackson Lodge #146, Free & Accepted Masons; Elks Club and American Legion Post 89, all of Seymour.
He is survived by his children: Kevin R. Steward and Terry L. (Troy) Nichalson; grandchildren: Tyler (Aimee) Nichalson and Taylor (Chris Barkes) Nichalson; a great-grandchild, Kasen Nichalson; four sisters: Betty Clark, Mildred Hall, Monna Williams and Anita Patterson; and a brother, Sylvan Steward Jr.; two sisters-in-law: Fern Morgan and Faye Henderson; and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, and six brothers and sisters.
A Memorial service will be conducted at Trinity United Methodist Church on Wednesday, October 12, 2016, at 6:30 pm with Rev. Mike Seaney officiating. A Military Flag presentation and Taps will be conducted by VFW Post 1925, American Legion Post 89, Disabled Veterans 47, Korean and Vietnam Veterans, all of Seymour.
Friends and family may gather at Trinity United Methodist Church on Wednesday after 4:00 pm until time of service.
Memorial checks may be written to Trinity United Methodist Church through Voss & Sons Funeral and Crematory Service, Seymour, Indiana.
