Jon Paul Stuart, 81, of Russellville passed away on Tuesday December 31, 2025, at Hearthstone Place in Elkton, KY.  He was born January 6, 1944, to the late JE and Nell Stuart.  He was also preceded in death by his loving wife of 60 years Sarah Agnes Stuart. He is survived by his daughters Elizabeth Gettings (Gary) of Russellville and  Attye Wilford (Brandon) of Lexington, KY, grandchildren; Cheyenne Forbis, Blake Gettings, Shelby Gettings, Ella Gettings, Grider Wilford, 5 great grandchildren and his sister Susan Stuart Farmer of Covington, KY.  Jon Paul was a lifetime member of the United Methodist Temple in Russellville. Jon Paul was a very devoted Christian and family man. He loved people and spent his life doing everything he could to make people laugh and have fun. Jon Paul will always be remembered for his countless jokes and his humor. The graveside service will be on Sunday January 4, 2025, at 2pm in Maple Grove Cemetery, Russellville, KY. Online register book can be found at Kirby Funeral Services.com.  Please keep the family and friends in your thoughts and prayers.