Barbara Irene Stewart-Hester, 65, passed away on May 28, 2023, while at Gateway hospital in Newburgh, IN. Barbara was born on August 1, 1957 in Henderson, KY to Booker T. and Geraldine (Wade) Stewart.
Barbara was a member of Pleasant Hill church. She had been employed at Gibbs Die Casting for over 23 years. She was known for being a very hard worker. Barbara loved and adored her cats, Boo Boo and Maxwell. Most of all Barbara enjoyed the love and company of her family (especially her grandchildren) and friends.
Barbara is preceded in death by her parents Booker T. and Geraldine Stewart.
She is survived by her son; Anthony "Tony" (Tiffany) Dixon, grandchildren; Isaac Dixon. Aaliyah Dixon, and Adriana Dixon, sister; Brenda Petrie, nephews; David Petrie II, and Daniel Petrie, as well as a host of great nephews, cousins, and other extended family members and friends.
A graveside service will be held Friday at 10:00am at Fernwood Cemetery.
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