Christopher "Chris" Charles Stewart

Christopher “Chris” Charles Stewart entered into the arms of his loving Savior Jesus Christ on January 31, 2021. He was surrounded by his family and finally released from his broken body to enter into his perfect one in Heaven. Chris was truly loved by everyone who knew him. As a member of Shady Grove Baptist, he served as a youth leader for 8 years, usher, and also served as a member of the church’s security team. He was known for his bear hugs and infectious humor. For 25 years he faithfully loved his wife, Amanda, as Christ loved the church. Anyone who witnessed this love knew how special it was. He loved his daughters, Breanna and Eyra Mae, with everything he had in him and never failed to brag on his babies. Chris, enjoyed fishing, playing golf, and spending time with his church family. He was born July 19, 1974 to Charles Edwin Stewart Jr., and Ethel Louise Hutchens Stewart. He was preceded in death by his father, and his father-in-law, Jerry Yarboro Sr. In addition to his mother, Chris is survived by his loving wife Amanda Yarboro Stewart; daughters, Breanna (John) Stewart Wooten, and Eyra Mae Stewart, and honorary daughter, Shyann Ringgold Bowman; sister, Danielle Stewart; brother Dale Doss; mother-in-law, Judy Yarboro; sister-in-law, Tabitha (Jimmy) McCann; brothers-in-law, Terry (Bronda) Yarboro, and Jerry (Robin) Yarboro; many nieces and nephews; and his beloved K9 companions, Buddy, Jaxon, Mocha, Addie “Choppers”, and Bailey. Mr. Stewart will lie-in-state from 8:00 AM until 1:00 PM, Wednesday, February 3, 2021 at Gentry Family Funeral Service in Yadkinville. A graveside service will be held at 3:00 PM on Wednesday, February 3, 2021 at Shady Grove Baptist Church Cemetery with Rev. Brian Thompson and Rev. Chris Benfield officiating. The family desires that Chris’ passing be proof of the seriousness of the COVID-19 virus and that everyone honor Chris’ memory by wearing a mask, socially distancing, and putting others before themselves. There will be a basket at the gravesite for loved ones to leave cards or notes to the family. The family would like to thank the staff of Forsyth Memorial Hospital ICU, and Wake Forest Baptist Health ICU, especially Scott Copus for the loving care shown to Chris, and his family during this difficult time. Memorials may be made to Shady Grove Baptist Youth, 3808 Center Rd., Boonville, NC 27011. Online condolences may be made to www.gentryfuneralservice.com. Gentry Family Funeral Service of Yadkinville is serving the Stewart family.