Ms. Bernice Stewart-Terry passed away on Friday, August 7, 2026, at the age of 86. She was born on January 19, 1940, to the late Edward Chester and Alberta Robinson Chester in Columbus.

The Homegoing Celebration for Ms. Stewart-Terry will be held on Friday, August 14, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at St. James CME Church with interment at Green Acres Cemetery.

Visitation will also be on Friday beginning at 1:00 p.m. at St. James.

Progressive Funeral Home staff considers it an honor and a privilege to serve the Family of Ms. Bernice Stewart-Terry.