Charles E. Stewart was born January 27, 1957 to William Paul Stewart, Jr. & Nancy (Gault) Stewart. He lost his battle with lung cancer on November 5, 2017 at the young age of 60.
He graduated from Roosevelt High School in Gary, IN in 1975. After high school, he attended Indiana State University on a music scholarship. He left school in 1977 to join the US Navy. He served two tours. He served from 1977-81. Then he re-enlisted from 1982-86. He enjoyed his service time to the point he always had a story to share about those days.
He enjoyed being outdoors and seeing the country. He was a professional driver for many years. He drove cabs in California, transported medical samples for laboratories in Minnesota, big rig trucks in Mississippi and city buses in Arizona. He loved the control and freedom he had behind the wheel. He received numerous safety awards from every company he drove with.
He married his wife Donna on May 23, 1991. They shared a wonderful life together as husband and wife. He was a family man that was driven to provide for everyone. They raised their children, Miesha & Charmaine Stewart and his step-children, Jherheena Herbert & Timothy Reed. He also helped raise nieces and nephews, Antonio Reed, Myra Reed, Raymond Reed and Sharita (Kendrick) Claiborn. They were affectionately known as his "Wrecking Crew."
He was preceded in death by his father and a step-daughter, Asinith Reed. He left to cherish his memory, a loving wife Donna Stewart; Daughters, Miesha Stewart & Charmaine Stewart; Step-Daughter Jherheena Herbert; Step-Son, Timothy Reed. He also left to cherish his memory, Mother, Nancy Miller; Sister, Debra (David) Adegbenro; Brothers, William (Joenice) Stewart, III, Michael (Darnise) Stewart and Walter Stewart. Mother-In-Law, Dorothy Turner; Sister-In-Laws, Sabrina Reed & Larita (Marvin) Wilkins; Brother-In-Laws, Richard (Celia) Reed, Ronald (Alma) Reed, Lawrence Turner & Raymond (Priya) Turner.
He was able to share the joys of being a grandparent to five beautiful grandchildren Jhermond Bell, Rayonna Bell, Zyquon Bunton, Reginae' Butler & Rochelle Butler. He leaves a host of uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews, family and friends. He cherished two very special aunts, Paternal Aunt Blenda Black and Maternal Aunt Loretta Gault.
CIRCLE OF OUR LIFE
You entered my world when I was young and my life was upside down.
You made me believe everything would work out and all I did was frown.
You rescued me from my place of torture and made my world great.
Even though you took your time you were never late.
When times got hard and our outlook seemed bleak,
You were always there to make me strong and not appear weak.
We shared a life that was built on a love that couldn't be broken by hate.
And even though we never knew, you really were my soulmate.
I honored our marriage until we parted in death.
I will carry you in my heart until my last breath.
I will always remember you lovingly at my side.
Rest on babe you had a long hard ride.
I won't say goodbye, only good night.
Thank you for even in death you made everything alright.
Rest on my love until we meet at Heaven's gate.
God's got a plan that will be revealed and I can hardly wait!
Good night my love
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February 22, 2018
Daughter
Charmaine Stewart
Dear Daddy,
i promise you are not forgotten, I try not to think about you left us here. Its still un-real to me that you are gone. I did not get to say goodbye, but I know it would have been too hard to do. Im just grateful that i was able to see you at peace. I love you daddy, always have and always will! Continue to watch over me as I wear you close to my heart! I
November 29, 2017
Alice Edwards
My condolences and heartfelt sympathy in the loss of your husband. It is a difficult journey as I too loss my husband of 31 years, two years ago, but I can tell you, GOD WILL give you strength for the journey. My prayers and thoughts are with you.
November 18, 2017
Larita Wilkins
Tears. This poem is heart touching. Brother in law sleep on. The dead in christ shall rise first and we'll meet in the sky.
November 15, 2017
Raquel White
I give my condolences to you and the family, may God have mercy on you and the family.
November 15, 2017
Tunyota O'Neal
Rest In Peace Charles. I will truly miss you. You came into our lives and made an everlasting mark. Thank you for being you no one could do a better job. Miss you cousin.
November 14, 2017
Khrishen Gault-Owusu Ansah
Matthew 11:28 "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Lay your burdens before The Lord and allow Him to carry them... My condolences to my family. May God heal your hearts and give you a peace that passes all man understanding.. I Love You All
November 14, 2017
Torria Stewart
I WILL HOLD OUR MEMORIES CLOSE TO MY HEART. REST EASY COUSIN..LOVE ALWAYS
November 14, 2017
Peggy Thomas
OUR DEEPEST CONDOLENCES!!! LOVE YALL YOUR MAYERSVILLE MS FAMILY PEGGY THOMAS N FAMILY.
November 14, 2017
Alma Reed
To our sister Donna: Our thoughts and prayers goes out to you and the family. May God continues to strengthen you each and everyday. We love you!
Alma & Ronald Reed
(Chandler, AZ)
November 14, 2017
Melody Marshall
Dear Donna, our hearts are heavy with the loss of Charles Stewart....This was so beautifully written... God Bless you and your family during this time of tragic loss...
November 13, 2017
Acquaintance
Terry & Barb
Our deepest condolences on your loss. You are in our thoughts.
November 10, 2017
Jeff
My deepest condolences and sympathies to you and your family, Donna. God bless.
November 9, 2017
Huan
Our thoughts and prayers are out to you Donna.
November 8, 2017
Diane Casey
My condolences to you and your family. Charles was such a kind man. I enjoyed talking to another Gary-ite. May God bless you and give you comfort. I'm here for you.
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