PARK RAPIDS, Minnesota — It is with profound sorrow and a heavy heart that we share the death obituary of Mr. Douglas Stewart, 61, and his wife, Mrs. Tiffany Stewart, 42, whose lives were tragically taken in a devastating train collision on the morning of Friday, January 30, 2026, in rural Hubbard County. The sudden loss of this beloved couple has deeply affected their family, friends, and the entire community, leaving an irreplaceable void and a collective sense of grief.
Douglas and Tiffany Stewart were killed at the scene when a freight train, moving swiftly westward through Hubbard County, struck their 2016 Dodge Journey at a railroad crossing just west of Cass Lake. The collision occurred in broad daylight, around 10 a.m., at a location where County Road 101 intersects with the Burlington Northern Santa Fe tracks in Farden Township. What makes this tragedy particularly heartbreaking is that Mr. Stewart had come to a complete stop at the stop sign before proceeding—indicating he was not speeding or distracted. Yet, for reasons still under investigation, he drove forward into the train’s path, resulting in a forceful impact that took both their lives instantly.
Conductor Lee Silcox, a 36-year-old from Kempton, North Dakota, witnessed the tragic event. He reported immediately to 911, shaken and devastated, that his freight train had collided with a vehicle whose occupants were unresponsive. First responders arrived promptly, but tragically, neither Douglas nor Tiffany could be saved.
This death obituary serves as a heartfelt tribute to two remarkable individuals whose lives were cut short so suddenly. Authorities continue their investigation into why Mr. Stewart advanced after stopping, seeking answers that may prevent future tragedies. Meanwhile, friends and neighbors remember the Stewarts as genuine, caring souls who touched everyone with their warmth and kindness.
In this time of unimaginable grief, we extend our deepest sympathies and support to their family and loved ones. Their memory will forever remain in the hearts of all who knew them, and their legacy of kindness and love will continue to inspire those left behind.
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