From his humble upbringings in Wetzel County. To his shining moments on college football's biggest stage Bill Stewart was and always will be a New Martinsville man first.

On Monday night locals recalled fond memories of the coach, the coach that was a Blue Eagle before he was ever a Mountaineer.

In 2010, Magnolia High School had it all as it claimed the state title and a homegrown hero was at the helm of the state's most beloved football program, at West Virginia University.

The school even named the field he grew up playing on in his honor. But he isn't just remembered for what he did on the football field. Everywhere you go there is always something or someone to remind you just how much he was loved in this small West Virginia town.

It is still unknown when services honoring Stewart will be held.