Leigh Alan Stewert

Leigh A. Stewart passed away peacefully at his home in Lincolnwood, IL on August 21, 2024 at the age of 82.

Leigh was born in Fulton, NY to William Stewart and Harriet (Ives) Stewart and was the middle child of 5 children. He graduated from Fulton High School in 1959 and attended Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) where he earned associate, bachelor's, and master's degrees. While at RIT, he also met the love of his life Birgit (Peters) Stewart who he married in 1967 while serving in the Air Force. Birgit and Leigh settled in Evansville, IN where they raised their daughter Stephanie.

Leigh worked in the printing industry in Evansville including time spent with Keller Crescent and Creative Press. He also was a graduate of the University of Evansville where he earned his master’s degree in business administration.

In addition to his love of learning, Leigh enjoyed being behind a camera, spending time with his family, getting lost in a book or bookstore, listening to music, dancing, reading the Bible, and sharing interesting facts with anyone who would listen. He also loved the Lord and enjoyed his church family at the Lutheran Church of our Redeemer where he was a faithful member for 50 years.

Leigh is survived by his daughter Stephanie Nurre (Matt), granddaughter Zoe Loeppert, brother Roger Stewart (Joyce), sisters Jeanne LePorte and Linda Bruder Barlow (Stuart) and many nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 28 years, Birgit, and brother James Stewart Sr.

A service celebrating his life is being planned for a future date in Evansville. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to a cancer organization of your choice or the Lutheran Church of our Redeemer in Evansville, IN.