Sandra "Sandy" Stewart (née Hare), born on April 8, 1940, the youngest of nine, in Buffalo, New

York, passed away peacefully on January 20, 2026, in Zephyrhills, Florida. She was 85 years

old.

Sandy had strongly supported agricultural life alongside her husband, Doyle, as they raised beef

cattle and ran a feed and tack store. She later dedicated her life to caring for others, both

professionally and personally. She earned multiple certifications in the field of nursing

assistance, including a Certificate of Achievement as a Nursing Assistant and Home Health

Aide from the Department of Education. She also completed an HRS Certificate of Attendance

for Nursing Aid Inservice. Her commitment to agriculture and caregiving extended beyond her

career and into every aspect of her life.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Doyle C. Stewart. Together they built a

family that brought Sandy immense pride and joy throughout her life.

She is lovingly remembered by her children: Tammy Barthle and her husband Mark; Steve

Stewart and his wife Kelly; and Allan Stewart. Sandy's legacy continues through her

grandchildren—Molly Courtney (Daniel), Megan Herrera (Joey), Beth Le (Jensen), Rachel Butler

(Danny), Jacob Stewart, and Kimmie Felder (Jakiah)—and great-grandchildren Clay and Case

Courtney, JoeJoe and Oliver Herrera, and Raegan and JJ Le.

Sandy found great happiness in the simple pleasures of life. She enjoyed bowling with her

husband and gardening, often tending to her cherished pineapple plants with care. Her love for

animals was evident in the special bond she shared with her dog Gator. In recent years, she

embraced social media as a way to stay connected with loved ones near and far.

Above all else, Sandy treasured time spent with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Whether sharing stories or simply enjoying their company, these moments were among her

most cherished.

May Sandra Stewart's memory bring comfort to those who knew and loved her.

A Visitation will be held on February 4, 2026, from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM at Hodges Family

Funeral Home, 11441 Hwy 301, Dade City, FL 33525.

A Memorial Service at the cemetery will be held on February 4, 2026, from 01:00 PM to 01:30

PM at Florida National Cemetery, 6502 SW 102nd Ave., Bushnell, FL 33513.

Reception to follow at the residence of Mark and Tammy Barthle.

In lieu of flowers you can make a donation to the

Humane Society of Pasco County Inc.

14949 Harmon Drive

Shady Hills, FL 3461