Patricia Dawn Steward, age 63, of Greenfield, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 3, 2026, at home surrounded by her loving family. She was born on April 25, 1963, in Highland County, the daughter of the late Lawrence and Linda (Louk) Hester.
Patricia had a heart for helping others and was always willing to lend a helping hand to anyone in need. She started Trisha’s Earthly Angels, an organization dedicated to helping families and individuals in need, especially during the holidays, but her kindness and generosity extended throughout the entire year. Patricia found great joy in making a difference in the lives of others and never expected anything in return.
Family was the most important part of Patricia’s life. She loved spending time with her children and grandchildren and treasured every moment they shared together. Her home was often the gathering place for family, especially during the holidays. She loved having everyone together around her table and could usually be found in the kitchen cooking and baking for those she loved. She also enjoyed her Walmart trips and the simple moments spent with family and friends.
Patricia will be remembered for her caring heart, generous spirit, wonderful cooking, and the love she gave so freely to everyone around her. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend whose kindness touched countless lives. Her family will forever cherish the memories of the love, laughter, and togetherness she brought into their lives.
Patricia is survived by her five children, Danielle (Matthew) Mottie, Melinda (Randy) Butcher, Lawrence (Heath) Martin, Daniel (Tiffany) Butcher, and Megan (Cass) Butcher; seventeen grandchildren, Alec Steward, Shanoah (Luke) Graham, Kiara (Noah) Campbell, Aries (Jessica) Steward, Tabitha Mae, Kyle McCallister, Angel Butcher, Georgia Butcher, Mallorie Mottie, Dashawna Cassell, Caroline Butcher, Legend Butcher – “Boss Baby”, Memphis Mottie, Christopher Johnson, Hailey Johsnon, Delton Cassell – “Curly”, and Tiana Cassell – “Curly Pops”; nine great grandchildren, Eliza – “Sunshine”, Joel – “Chunky Dunks”, Carter – “Stud Muffin”, Scarlet – “Twinkle Toes”, Jamierae – “Rae Rae”, Jayden, Aurora, Lydia – “Windy”, and Bailey; three sisters, Diane Henson, Karen Hester, Kandi Fowler; a sister-in-law, Donna Freeman and her daughter, Nicole; her boyfriend, Gregg Adams, and numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her significant other, Troy Thomas, grandson, Atom Steward, two infant brothers, a nephew, Zachary Bondurant, and her mother-in-law, Alma Butcher.
Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. on Thursday October 8, 2026, at the Turner & Son Funeral Home in Hillsboro. Funeral Services will take place at 1:00 p.m. following visitation at the funeral home. Burial will follow services in the South Salem Cemetery. To leave the family an online condolence, please visit www.turnerfuneralhomes.cc
Full service details and the family guest book are available at Turner & Son Funeral Homes.