Shirley Dean Johnson Stewart

June 21, 1937 - February 10, 2022

Shirley Johnson Stewart, 84 of Statesville went to her heavenly home on February 10th. She was born on June 21, 1937 to the late Ross and Janie Byers Johnson. Shirley enjoyed reading, sewing, taking care of her rose bushes and baking homemade pound cakes for family birthdays, special friends and church events. She enjoyed spending times with her grandchildren and loved the beach trips that she went on with them. She was an active member of Redeemer Lutheran Church in Catawba, NC. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by brothers Foy Johnson, Harold Johnson; sister Linda Woodside; brother-in-law Johnnie Walls. Shirley is survived by her husband Neil of 64 years; daughters Patricia Parker (Mike), Lori Wilson (Randy); grandchildren Aaron Parker and Tara Everett (Dawson) and great-granddaughter Harper Everett. She is also survived by brothers Melvin Johnson (Elaine), Steven Johnson (Brenda), Carol Johnson; sister Donna Walls; brother-in-law Wayne Woodside; sister-in-law Jeanie Johnson and numerous nieces and nephews. A Graveside Service will be held Saturday, February 12, 2022, at Providence Cemetery at 1:00 pm. The family requests that masks be worn and all Covid protocols be followed. Memorials may be given to Redeemer Lutheran Church, PO Box 187, Catawba, NC 28609. Fond memories and online condolences may be left at www.nicholsonfunerals.com. Nicholson Funeral Home is honored to serve the Stewart family.