Austin Michael Steward, 25, of Burlington, died Wednesday, August 17, 2022, at his home.
Born October 23, 1996, in Burlington, he was the son of Katrina Steward and Aaron Lefler.
Austin worked as a bartender at Catfish Bend Casino for the past 4 years.
He was a loving, kindhearted person who loved his family and was a great friend. Austin was known for his love of animals and always had pets throughout his life. He truly had the biggest heart and was proud of all the obstacles he overcame in his short life.
He is survived by his mother Katrina Steward and his father Aaron Lefler both of Burlington; ten brothers and sisters; his maternal grandmother Tammy Steward and maternal grandfather Larry Knotts both of Burlington; maternal grandfather Jerry Sacora of Mt. Pleasant and paternal grandmother Patricia Guzman of Burlington; aunts, Randi Sacora and Michele Beard and numerous other nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins.
He is preceded in death by his maternal great-grandmother Janet Scott, uncle Jeremy Lefler, and cousins.
The memorial visitation and Celebration of Life for Austin will be from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday, August 24 at Lunning Chapel where the family will receive friends. Cremation will be accorded following the visitation. Inurnment will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, August 25, in Burlington Memorial Park Cemetery.
A memorial has been established for the Des Moines County Humane Society.