Albert "Gabby" Steward Sr. Greenfield, Indiana Obituary

Albert "Gabby" Steward Sr.

Albert L. “Gabby” Steward Sr, age 81, of Greenfield, passed away on March 20, 2020 at Hancock Regional Hospital surrounded by his loving family. He was born on March 4, 1939, in Carthage, IN to the late Forest & Bertha (Rumple) Steward. Albert attended Carthage High School. He married the love of his life, Shirley Steward, on September 6, 1974. Albert was a devoted member of Bethel Baptist Church. He spent his career as a mechanic and then drove a school bus for Greenfield Community Schools for over 20 years. Albert was an honorary member of the local VFW for his service playing taps for veteran services. He enjoyed playing music and played in a country band until he began playing for the Lord in church. He loved doing puzzles, bowling, going to flea markets and fishing, but most of all spending time with his precious family who he loved dearly. Left to cherish Albert’s memory are his wife, Shirley Steward; children, Albert (Robin) Steward Jr, Sheryl Smith (Dennis Woeltje), Brenda Robertson, Stacey (Greg) Williams and Scott (Frances) Robertson, 13 grandchildren, several great-grandchildren, siblings; Floyd (Sharon) Steward, Alice (Charles) Baker, Virginia Davis & Violet Mefford, as well as, several nieces, nephews & cousins. Albert is proceeded in death by his parents listed above, children; Melinda Dawn, Nicholas Len & Stephen Steward. At this time all services will be privately held. The family has requested donations be made in honor of “Gabby” to Bethel Baptist Church, 1610 S. State St. Greenfield, In 46140. To share memories and online condolences with Gabby’s family, please visit www.stillingerfamily.com.
March 4, 1939 - March 20, 202003/04/193903/20/2020
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March 13, 2021
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Jakob and Laura Humphrey
April 5, 2020
We got to know Gabby at Bethel Baptist Church between the years of 2011 and 2017. My daughter Abigayle really loved Gabby’s company. They’d sit with each other at Brandywine Park and watch the men’s softball team play ball. She sang with him once or twice at the nursing ... Continue Reading
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Diane Schrieber
March 26, 2020
So sorry to hear about Gabby. My thoughts and prayers to the Steward family.
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LENA, DON & DEBBIE STRAHL
March 26, 2020
Thinking of family during the passing of "GABBY". We would listen to the band he played in & dance at the American Legion in greenfield,indiana. He was a hoot! GO REST HIGH ON THAT MOUNTAIN!
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Allison Judge
March 26, 2020
Gabby was my bus driver for a few years when I was in elementary school. He called me Jellybean. I always looked forward to seeing Gabby and riding his bus. He made me feel safe and happy. I am 28 now, and he still holds some of my best elementary school memories. I am s... Continue Reading
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Jada (Oliver) Miller
March 24, 2020
I remember you being my bus driver. I remember the time I forgot my homework and you let me run back in to get it. I'm so glad I got to see you at aunt Betty's funeral and got to hug you. I'm sorry to the family and I will miss you my friend.
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John Shaw
March 24, 2020
Albert you ornry puke! You will be greatly missed. Rest in peace my friend.
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Joseph Calvert
March 24, 2020
Our condolences to the family. Loved to hear Gabby play and sing. Most of all seeing his smiling face in Church. In Christian love...Joe and Dorothy Calvert
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Penni Bennett
March 24, 2020
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Janie Couch-Slifer
March 24, 2020
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