Mr. JB Stewart Jr. Obituary in Wadesbaro at Smith's Funeral Home

Obituary For Mr. JB Stewart Jr.

JB Stewart, Jr., also known as “Big Baby,” peacefully gained his wings early Saturday morning, June 1, 2024.

He was a loving son, brother, brother-in-law, uncle, nephew, cousin, and friend to all. He will truly be missed.

JB was born February 12, 1963, to Glover Mae Neal Stewart and the late JB Stewart Sr.

He attended Bowman High School, graduating with the Class of 1981. He worked at Cuddy Farms for many years and retired after many years of dedicated service. He then became employed at Cobb-Vantress, where he also retired after many years of dedicated service.

At an early age, he gave his life to Christ and joined Ebenezer Missionary Baptist Church, where he served as a faithful member until his health declined. He was an active choir member and served the church in any capacity needed.

JB was preceded in death by his father, JB Stewart Sr.; sister, Stacy Stewart; brothers, Gary, Cleveland, and Stevie Stewart; nephew, Jerry “June” Little Jr.; and uncle, David Neal.

He leaves to cherish his memory his loving mother, Glover Mae Stewart, of the home; his siblings, Gloria Wall (James) of Lilesville, NC, Helen Little (Jerry) of Wadesboro, NC; Tony Stewart (Mildred) of Wadesboro, NC, Gregory Stewart of Wadesboro, NC, Dennis Stewart (Lena) of Wadesboro, NC, Shaun Stewart of Charlotte, NC and Mitchel Stewart (Diletta) of Winston Salem, NC. A special cousin who was raised as a brother, Walter Neal.

His aunts, Ruby Kirby (David) of Wadesboro, NC, Elizabeth Wood of Baltimore, MD, and Jessie “Sue” Neal of Wadesboro, NC; uncles, James Neal (Belinda) of Fayetteville, NC, and Eugene Stewart of New Jersey.

A host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and an abundance of family and friends.

The Homegoing Services will be on Friday, June 7, 2024, 3:00pm, Smith's Memorial Chapel, 604 Salisbury Street, Wadesboro, North Carolina. Interment will be in the family plot of the Pleasant Hill AME Zion Church Cemetery, Wadesboro, North Carolina.

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On behalf of Myself and the staff of Anson County Sheriff's Office, we extend our deepest sympathies to the family at this time. We pray that you will have comfort in the midst of your pain and peace in the midst of your sorrow. Sheriff Scott Howell

Rest in paradise big baby, Praying for y'all 🙏🏾❤️🙏🏾

Blessings to my family. May GOD continue to bless and keep us until we all meet again. Callie & Susan Little

My condolences to the Stewart family continue to keep you in prayer. Mae Richardson &Famiky

Praying for my family , knowing that our Heavenly Father will carry you all through. Pastor Iris Tillman The Church Of God Of Prophecy 8477 Us Hwy 52 South Morven, NC 28119

My sincere condolences to the family praying that God will give you comfort 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽 Margie Smith

Continued prayers to you Aunt Glover Mae and the entire family,We love you Aaron&Jean Neal

Our prayers are with Helen and the rest of the family during this time of grief. May you be comforted by the presence of the Holy Spirit. "Zack and Linda Little"

My condolences to the family class of 81

RIP my cousin J.B. Praying for and with our family during this sad occasion. I remember in HS we all shared home room every morning my name would come first in roll call, Donald Stewart, Frankie Stewart, James Stewart and last but not least J.B. Stewart! God bless

My condolences to my family praying 🙏 love you all such a quiet person RIP cuz you will truly be missed
Lydia Allen

Sending My Condolences To The Family. So Sorry For Your Loss. Family In My Prayers 🙏🏾♥️🙏🏾..Karen Spencer..Class of 81"

J.B. was a sweet, gentle soul. He was always so humble and kind. My deepest condolences to his family and friends. Rest in peace, J.B. Joyce Williams

Prayers and sympathy to the family from Sister Jacqueline Anderson.

JB Stewart was a faithful member of Ebenezer Baptist Church until his health started failing. His soft spoken,gentle spirit will be missed by all who knew him.