Kimberly (Heath) Stewart

Kimberly Heath Stewart, age 52, entered into eternity peacefully on Sunday August 23, 2026 at her home surrounded by her loving family.  She was born in Chattahoochee County Georgia, daughter of the late Kenneth and Betty Payne Heath.  

Those left to cherish her memory include her husband of 20 years Darrell Stewart; her children: Daniel Heath, Marty Tessneer, and Auston Melton; her brothers: Kenneth Heath (Christine), and Chris Heath (Beverly); her grandchildren: Colton and Connor Melton; her nieces Emma, Lexi, Colby, Landyn, Hannah, Kayla, and Ashley; her nephews Lane, Lance, and Leithan; her mother in law Jan Stewart and late father in law Eddie Stewart ,her brother in laws Brian and Michael Stewart; sister in law Lynn Ellis (Derrick), as well as her close friend Tandie Edmondson. 

She will be remembered as resilient, outgoing and a person with a huge heart. She was a person  who always put others needs ahead of her own.  She never met a stranger and always had a smile on her face no matter what. There are some people who bring a light so great to the world, that even after they have gone, their light remains. Kim left her light on each one of her family members  and friends through the unconditional love that she shared with each one of them. Her legacy will live on through each of her children and grandchildren. She was a light of love to be shared, for generations to come.

A memorial service to celebrate her life will be held at Grace Baptist Church Saturday, August 29, 2026 at 3:00 pm. A visitation will start at 2:00 pm prior to the service.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be sent to VIA Health Partners or to Grace Baptist: 2200 Auten Rd. Gastonia, NC 28054

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