For Immediate Release:

January 14, 2013
3:30pm

Smithfield, NC -- It is with great sadness that we announce the tremendous loss of Commissioner Wade M. Stewart who passed away earlier today.  Our entire Board and staff are mourning the loss along with his wife and family.

Commissioner Stewart was a bronze-star recipient in Vietnam who never shied away from a fight.  During the financial crisis, he was the Chairman that led with great foresight and was not afraid to make tough decisions.  Mr. Stewart had a significant impact on Johnston County and a genuine love for the citizens. 

He loved his family and spoke of them often…they should be proud of his dedication and service to the citizens of Johnston County.

 During his continuous service to the County people respected his opinion, including myself.  He was not only a fellow commissioner, but my personal friend and confidant and I will never forget him.

Jeffrey P. Carver, Chairman
Board of County Commissioners