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Ruth Stewart Obituary

RUTH CAMPBELL
STEWART
1916-2018
Ruth Campbell Stewart, age 101, died after several years of health challenges on Monday, April 9, 2018 in her home in Houston, TX. She was born on October 20, 1916 in Savannah, Georgia, to Robert Stewart, Sr. and Ruth Campbell Stewart. In March 1954, Ms. Stewart arrived to teach at Texas State University for Negroes; later to become Texas Southern University, where she remained for 29 years. During her tenure, she produced, the Women's Glee Club, and numerous operas. Ms. Stewart retired on May 31, 1983. The modern facility, which now houses the Music Department, has been designated as the Rollins-Stewart Music Building in honor of her tenure. Ms. Stewart is survived by her niece, Yvonne James, nephew, James Stewart, Jr., god-daughter, Hazella Rollins-LaVar, and two adopted daughters, Brenda Jean and Letha Gilmore. Funeral services will be held at Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church, Saturday, April 21, 2018. The public viewing will begin at 12:00 Noon with the funeral service following at 1:00 p.m. The Interment, will be at Houston Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Her body is entrusted to McCoy & Harrison Funeral Home, 4918 MLK, Houston, TX 77021.

Published by Houston Chronicle on Apr. 19, 2018.
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Yvonne, what a beautiful woman and a beautiful legacy! I so enjoyed you sharing stories about Aunt Ruth. I felt as if I knew her. Wow, such longevity! May God continue to bless you and your family.

Renee Shropshire

Friend

May 18, 2018

Your light will continue to shine, through so many of your students, I thank God for allowing you to light my path. May God continue to strengthen the family during this time of loss.

Audrey Gilton Johnson

May 18, 2018

U & your family have my deepest sympathy.

Regina Staggers

Friend

May 2, 2018

Sending prayers for you and your family during this time of bereavement.

Annie Gray - Mealey

Acquaintance

April 27, 2018

It was an Honor to sing at her funeral, It was an honor to be taught by her, it was an honor to have known her. It was an Honor to call her Aunt Ruth.

Kari Gray-Smith

Family

April 23, 2018

Miss Ruth was such a character! My entire family loved her. She was a fun-loving comedienne yet classy, talented and giving! She and my Mom would carry on at lunches and activities at TSU and outside of that setting. When my Dad died, she came over to the house on campus to console us, but we all ended up laughing! To the Family, thank you for sharing her with us for so many years. May God comfort you in the days to come and rest assured that because of Gods great promises, you will see her again! Praise His Name!✝❤

Tanya Lott Holden

Friend

April 22, 2018

May you rest in peace Aunt Ruth.

Deborah Ingram

Acquaintance

April 22, 2018

Rest in Heaven Beautiful Aunt Ruth! To my other Mom Yvonne, thank you for sharing the wonderful stories of your Aunt, she pursued and accomplished and traveled the world so much in her life. What a Life Inspiration she is to the young women like me these days. Mom Yvonne I applaud you for taking care of your Aunt, job beyond well done, and I know she felt the abundant love from you. I pray for comfort as you continue to walk in faith. And I pray for Mother Sara and your daughters!! Love you!

Your Other Daughter Crystal Howard

Crystal Howard

Family

April 22, 2018

My prayers and condolences to the family.

Jacqueline Johnson

April 21, 2018

To Yvonne, Granny Saramae and to all of her loving, dedicated Goddaughters and family and friends in Houston: Your friends in Los Angeles send our love, sympathy and prayers of comfort in the homegoing of our most revered, and talented Aunt Ruth. What a life and legacy God allowed her to live for 101 years! She will never be forgotten.
Love,
Narvelan, Quaford, Michelle & Isaiah.

Narvelan Coleman

Friend

April 21, 2018

I will cherish the time spent talking with Aunt Ruth,and the wonderful stories she shared.
God Bless you Yvonne for always making sure Aunt Ruth was well taken care of. Praying for you and your family.

Louise Mixon

April 21, 2018

Although I never met Aunt Ruth, I know that people aren't just allowed to live 100 years for nothing, That's why I know that Aunt Ruth was a dynamic woman who was loved and made a difference. May you cherish and continue to be blessed by your memories of her.

Ellana Barksdale

Friend

April 21, 2018

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

James Bolden

Student

April 21, 2018

Rest In Peace Ms. Stewart. I will miss you at the Recitals for Mrs. Clarice Gatlin, and her piano students. You were a familiar face over the years for the parents of the piano students. From my children and now my granddaughter. Nita Gilbert and Family

Nita Gilbert

April 21, 2018

Our thoughts and prayers to the family during your season. Miss Stewart was a beautiful spirit that always gave to us. We thank God for the time her life touched our lives.

Verna & Michael Hamilton

April 20, 2018

You and Your Family are in Our Prayers, God's Love Cassietta and Family.

Cassietta Harvey

April 20, 2018

Yvonne, Aunt Ruth was a classy lady, I remember her in her high heels. May God give you and your family peace and comfort.

Beverly Harper

Friend

April 20, 2018

To a True Trouper and Trailblazer... Rest In Heaven for Your Work Is Well Done... With Much Love, Sebie Harrison Norton.

Sebie Harrison Norton

Student

April 20, 2018

Miss Stewart was such a delight. Our family enjoyed a lengthy and treasured relationship with her. An educator extraordinaire, she will certainly be missed.
The Angels are in awe of the presence of a Ruth Stewart in the Heavenly Choir. Our love to her family and to her former students.

Herbert, Eleanor and Tasha Lee

April 20, 2018

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Sheila Mouton Hayes

Friend

April 20, 2018

I loved me some Auntie Ruth and I will miss her terribly. She was truly my diva. Yvonne she left a wonderful legacy. We have many good and interesting things to remember about her

Essie Jenkins

Friend

April 20, 2018

May the blessing of God be amongst you and remain with you and your family akways

Florence Kilgore & Family

Sister

April 20, 2018

I will cherish your instruction, our conversation and the blessings of your presence in my life. I know you will do well as Director of the Heavenly Choir.

Bruce Austin

Student

April 19, 2018

Beryl McCadden

April 19, 2018

Aunt Ruth, I loved your spirit, your honesty, your love for God, and your style (especially the shoes). Love and miss you. Beryl

Beryl McCadden-Pritko

Friend

April 19, 2018

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Gloria Matthews

Friend

April 19, 2018

Aunt Ruth was such an inspiration to all who crossed her path via music or just a conversation. She will always be around by the reflection of the lives she touched. A very beautiful person!!!

Camille G Jackson

April 19, 2018

A true Diva in her own right, Miss Stewart is solely responsible for the birthing of my Operatic career. Well over five decades ago, she heard a voice that was hidden inside of me that I did not know existed. I will forever be grateful to her. With each visit to my family in Houston, I always made my way to also visit Miss Stewart, expressing my sincerest gratitude. Arriverderci, Miss Stewart!

Faye Lee Robinson

April 19, 2018

From the Addison family we offer our condolences and prayers to the family. Joseph Addison studied under her leadership at TSU. She was also our neighbor for over 46 years. She was loved by all of us. She was a bacon in our lives. She will missed.

Melanie Addison

Friend

April 19, 2018

Yvonne, God will keep you and comfort you now and in the days ahead, Trust Him always.

Mattie Handy

Friend

April 19, 2018

For this I Do KNOW SHE'S ALRIGHT.

LaRonda H.

Friend

April 19, 2018

Sending hugs and love to the familyRest in Heaven AuntieRuth.

Vivian Hayes

April 19, 2018

My condolences. may the God of all comfort help your family to endure during this time of grief. PSALMS 94:19.

J L

April 19, 2018

Aunt Ruth, is and always will be a classy act to follow. May the Lord bless her family because she will truly be missed.

J. Michelle Jones

Family

April 19, 2018

The first time I met Aunt Ruth I fell in LOVE!. Sassy, Classy and intelligent, Rest in Heaven!

Cheryl James

Family

April 19, 2018

May the "God of all Comfort"Comfort all of you at this time (2Cor.1:3)

April 19, 2018

Lighting this candle for you to forever be a shining star in my mind. Rest in peace dear friend and teacher.You were such an inspiration.I will always remember the times we spent laughing talking and singing. Thanks for all of the challenging music you gave me. You were always in pursuit of excellence. You made a perfect score in life 100 plus 1 bonus point. What a blessing!

Faye Volcy

April 18, 2018

Faye Volcy

April 18, 2018

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