Billie Jean Steward, age 89, entered into rest on July 15, 2019 in Dallas, Texas. She entered into life on December 22, 1929 in Ennis, Texas to James Hightower Hice and Cora Zuma Hice. Billie Jean was raised in Dallas and attended Forest Park High School. She married Kenneth Lee Steward in 1948 and the couple had two children. She was a homemaker and also worked in her family business at S&H Roofing for many years.
In her spare time Billie Jean enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren, and nine great-grandchildren who affectionately called her Nana or Nana B.
She is preceded in death by her husband Kenneth Steward; and four of her siblings.
Billie Jean is survived by her children: son, Mike Steward and wife Ann, and daughter Cathy Hernandez; grandchildren Jarrod Hernandez, John Steward and wife Brynn, Lance Hernandez and wife Benecia, Paul Steward, Casey Hernandez and wife Mallory; nine great-grandchildren; sister, Shirley Money; and numerous nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the First Baptist Church of Meadowview Missions Program.
