Christopher Stewart Obituary

Stewart, Christopher F. HALFMOON Christopher F. Stewart, age 17, of Halfmoon, passed away on December 1, 2012. He was born on January 9, 1995 in Little Rock, Ark. Chris was a senior at Shenendehowa High School and was a captain of the football team, where he was a three-year varsity starter. He was named an Empire Division All Star for the past two seasons. He was an avid fan of the Philadelphia Eagles and the University of Arkansas Razorbacks. He is survived by his parents, Michael and Regina Stewart; brother, Jeremy; grandparents, Ann Yakel and John and Elizabeth Stewart, and his girlfriend, Bailey Wind, whom he adored dearly. He is also survived by numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and his entire Shen family. Chris was known by several childhood nicknames, "Spurt," as he couldn't say "Stewart" as a child, "Stewz" by his Shen classmates, "Squirt," an ironic allusion to his size, and the "gentle giant" by many. Chris was also known as "Lumpy" because he would lift and move large objects for the family. He would "pick things up and put them down." Calling hours will be held on Friday, December 7, 2012 from 4 to 8 p.m. at Corpus Christi Church, 2001 Route 9 at Ushers Road, Round Lake, with a memorial Mass on Saturday at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Colman's Autistic Program, 11 Haswell Road, Watervliet, NY 12189, in honor of his cousin, Andy.

Published by Albany Times Union on Dec. 4, 2012.
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Your memory lives on and so hard to believe it has been 10 years....look down kindly on us.

Mike

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November 29, 2022

We enjoyed a evening of remembering you last night. Our family misses you so much Chris. Wish you were here.
Center Family

John, Suzi and Connor

Other

November 28, 2022

It seems heartbreakingly impossible that we are coming up on 10 years since the untimely passing of you and Deanna. I still remember that morning and it still breaks my heart. Your families and friends have done such a wonderful job keeping your spirits alive and your memory strong! May God keep all of you in his hand. And may your memory be eternal.

A Shen Mom and former Shen Grad

November 28, 2022

Still thinking of you and your family throughout these many years. Your Mom and Dad are truly amazing spirits with their tireless hard work to make the world a better place in honor of you. God bless them and give them strength to continue all the good they are doing. May family, friends and memories of you bring them comfort this holiday season. Happy Thanksgiving Chris, so wish you were here!!

A Mom from Colonie

November 28, 2019

Happy Birthday!

Cassandra

January 10, 2015

Happy Birthday Chris! Always thinking of you, your family and friends. Wishing you were here for them. Sending you and them many blessings.

A Mom from Colonie

January 9, 2015

I think about you and Deanna all of the time. I also have never met you or Deanna. There is nothing more sad than the death of such young promise and beautiful spirit. My heart aches for your families and I pray for you often. I wish nothing but peace for your family and love ones. Gone but never ever forgotten

A Father from Colonie

December 2, 2014

Two years already...we miss you

A Mom

December 2, 2014

Your light will never fade! You are missed the world is off kilter with you and Deanna gone. I feel it and I never met you while you were alive, but I sure learn a lot about you since you went to Heaven.

A Mom who cares FOREVER!

November 30, 2014

Thinking of you, your family and friends during this holiday season. Wishing you were here for them and that this never happened.

A Mom from Colonie

November 29, 2014

I hope your birthday in heaven was well spent with Deanna. Your absence has effected everyone, even people like me who have never met you. God bless.

February 18, 2014

Happy Belated Birthday!

Shen Mom

January 10, 2014

Happy Birthday Chris!

January 10, 2014

Happy 19th Birthday Chris! Though I didn't know you or your family personally I have followed your story and have been deeply affected by it. May your family and friends find comfort in their memories of you on this special day, God Bless.

A Mom from Colonie

January 9, 2014

I just had to come by and give my condolances. I don't know any of the families hurt by this tragedy personally. I read Baileys book and from that I learned and got to know Chris. He would be the dream of any parents that would want somebody like him for their daughters. God Bless you all.

Stephanie Wilson

January 1, 2014

Well sweet dear Christopher, it has been almost a year since we have seen your big bright smile and heard your booing happy voice and it has not gotten any easier on any of us. We miss you terribly and always will. You arealways in our hearts and minds. Love Momma Gaines

November 27, 2013

Happy Thanksgiving…thinking of you.

A Mom

November 24, 2013

Your family doesn't know me but I think about You and Deanna Rivers all of the time. A year is coming and all I can pray is for your families. I hope as Thanksgiving approaches that you know that you are not forgotton and that the true blessing in life is life itself, no matter how short. May you find peace in the arms of our Lord Jesus Christ. Happy Thanksgiving Chris.

A Father from Colonie

November 18, 2013

Rip

a shen mom

August 9, 2013

Thinking of you as Connor has decided to dedicate himself to football in your honor. He talked to the coach at Arkansas and told him about you! How cool is that?
Love, Suzanne Center

May 25, 2013

So very very sorry for your loss. I will never forget about Chris even though I never knew him. He will forever be etched in my mind because of this. God Bless you.

Diane Florence

May 16, 2013

Hey, Chris! We haven't forgotten about you. We love you, buddy!

May 4, 2013

Wish I had the honor of knowing you big guy

Alex Collins

February 26, 2013

Michaela Gundrum

February 25, 2013

Chris, I wish I had the opportunity to get to know you better. I'm sure I've seen you around school a million times. But it never crossed my mind to take the time to talk to you. Your passing made me realize how short life is. I wish it wasn't you.

Alyssa

February 18, 2013

Miss you Chris. We think about you every second of every day.

Donielle & Fenwick Egan

January 10, 2013

Happy 18th Birthday. We enjoyed a terrific night with your friends and family. Miss you!

January 9, 2013

We think of you every day!

Suzanne Center

January 7, 2013

Merry Christmas Angel! We are taking good care of all the families, and we feel yours and Deanna's presence all around us.

Chele' & Synclaire Teabout

December 25, 2012

Wanted to let you know you are all in my thoughts and prayers this Christmas.
Mom in Troy

December 24, 2012

Mike & Regina,
My sincere & heart felt condolences over the loss of your beautiful son.
Life gets so busy that friends get lost in the shuffle-I just found out who this wonderful young man was. Mike, your friendship & your family's will always be with me no matter what.
May the Lord shine everlasting light on Chris.
All my love and prayers for your family.

Jeffrey Staats

December 17, 2012

Dear lord Jesus continue to carry this family and pour out your love and mercy upon them. May they know in the deepest place of their hearts your love and mercy! Amen

Rita Kachmarchyk

December 14, 2012

Mike, Regina and Jeremy-
Our thoughts are with you every day with each new morning that passes we say a prayer for your strength and happy memories of Chris.
Love, John and Suzanne

John Center

December 12, 2012

I did not know Chris but from what I heard at the vigil and from Miss Bailey Wind, whom I don't know either but feel like I do, that Chris IS a truly special human being. I am so so sorry for the loss of this amazing young man. He will forever be in your heart. May you find peace with this horribly tragic accident. God bless<3

Cortney

December 11, 2012

God bless the family and all who loved Chris. I am so sorry for your loss. Feel the love of this community as you all try to heal. His life was a blessing to so many.

Susan

December 11, 2012

My condolences go out to your family in this time of suffering.

Sincerely, Anne Chappuie

Anne Chappuie

December 11, 2012

I did not know Chris but after this past week, I now feel like I did.. I lost a cousin athlete and best friend at 15 and will never forget the pain I and our family experienced. Chris sounded like a wonderful young man. You were fortunate to have him in you lives. I pray that all of the people Chris touched feel a special peace in their sole at this very difficult time. Jim (Saratoga Springs)

Jim Scerra

December 11, 2012

So sorry
I lost a son
A Mom

December 10, 2012

We are so sorry for the loss of your beloved son, Chris. We didn't have the pleasure of knowing him but my son Brandon went to Tesago with Jeremy. Please accept our heartfelt sympathy - we will keep you all in our prayers.
Nosal family

December 10, 2012

Our hearts have felt the pain you are going through when someone is taken from us so soon and so uexpected. This was read to us at our 3 year old sons funeral. May it bring peace and comfort to you.

This is a Poem from God to the Parents

“I'll lend you, for a little time, a child of mine,” He said
“For you to love the while he lives, and mourn for when he's dead.
It may be two or three years, or twenty-two or three,
But will you , “til I call him back, take care of him for me?
He'll bring his charms to gladden you, and should his stay be brief,
You'll have his lovely memories as solace for your grief.
I cannot promise he will stay, since all from Earth return,
But there are lessons taught down there, I want this child to learn.
I've looked the wide world over, in search for teachers true,
And from the throngs that crowd life's lanes, I have selected you.
Now will you give him all your love, nor think the labor vain,
Now hate me when I come to call to take him back again?”
I fancied that I heard them say, “Dear Lord, thy will be done!
For all the joys thy child shall bring, the risk of grief we'll run.
We'll shelter him with tenderness; we'll love him while we may,
And for the happiness we've known, forever grateful stay.
But should the angels call for him, much sooner than we've planned,
We'll brave the bitter grief that comes, and try to understand.”

Rick & Fran Sprague

December 10, 2012

Dear Regina, I and my parents Mary and Tony Caccamo wish to extend our deepest sympathies to You and your family at this time of great loss. May God Bless you all. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Arthur Caccamo

December 10, 2012

To the Stewart Family,
We are so so sorry for your loss. Our son has fond memories of Chris from the Koda Middle School years and the Koda Ski Club. He touched so many lives. Our heart aches, and we pray for you all.
Sincerely,

Frodey Family

December 10, 2012

In today's society it is so rare to read about such an honorable young man & as parents you must be so very proud!! Words cannot express how very sorry I am for the loss of a life filled with so much promise. May time heal your aching hearts & memories keep his legacy alive.

A mom of 2

December 9, 2012

We look deep into the sky with tears, sorrow, and prayer. Hold on to hope for peace and strength. We all have heavy hearts for you. May God carry you through this.
~A BKW MOM

December 9, 2012

SAFELY HOME

I am home in Heaven, dear ones;
Oh so happy and so bright!
There is perfect joy and beauty
In this everlasting light.

All the pain and grief is over,
Every restless tossing passed;
I am now at peace forever,
Safely home in Heaven at last.

Did you wonder I so calmly
Trod the valley of the shade?
Oh, but Jesus'love illumined
Every dark and fearful glade.

And He came Himself to meet me
In that way so hard to tread;
And with Jesus' arm to lean on,
Could I have one doubt or dread?

Then you must not grieve so sorely,
For I love you dearly still,
Try to look beyond earth's shadows,
Pray to trust our Father's will.

There is work still waiting for you,
So you must not idly stand;
Do it now, while life remains,
You shall rest in Jesus' land.

When that work is all completed,
He will gently call you Home;
Oh, the rapture of that meeting,
Oh, the joy to see you come!

Tony Toscino

December 9, 2012

I do not know you or your family, but I am a 1996 graduate of BHBL and to see a tragedy of this magnitude anywhere, let alone in our community, is heartbreaking. I have no words to express my sympathy for you, just know that even strangers are praying.

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December 9, 2012

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December 8, 2012

Dear Chris-
We are going to miss your smiling face. We are blessed to have many funny memories of our times together so we can smile through the tears.

December 8, 2012

I'm so sorry about your lost of your son Christopher. I use to go to Shen back in 1985. My heart goes out to the family and friends.

Bill McCauliffe

December 8, 2012

To the Stewart Family
I am so sorry for the loss of your son. My heart breaks for your family and can not begin to imagine what your going through. He is a wonderful young man.

a mom of two

December 8, 2012

Though we didn't know Chris personally, we have a 17 year old son who attends Shen. Our hearts are heavy with sadness. May you find peace knowing he has touched the lives of so many in the time that he was with us. Please know that our deepest thoughts and prayers are with you.

The Occhiogrosso Family

December 8, 2012

a life lost at such a young age. the world will never know the talents of this person. I am very sorry for your loss.

December 8, 2012

"Clear Eyes,Full Hearts,Can't Lose!"-Friday Night Lights.Chris was an amazing guy.I hope he's Meeting Angels at The Line of Scrimmage!

Gary Roberts #54 Shen Plainsmen Football

December 8, 2012

I continue to pray for you and am so saddened by this tragic accident! Although I do not know you personally, I too lost a sister years ago in the same area in a car crash. Chris seemed like a wonderful person and I know what you are going through. Prayers and love to you all! May The Lord comfort you and keep you!

Rita Kachmarchyk

December 8, 2012

Deepest sympathies and heartfelt condolences from our family including our 2 Shen graduates.

Neil Cherkosly

December 8, 2012

I am so sorry for the loss of your son. Please know I will keep you and your family in my prayers.
Colonie Mom

December 8, 2012

Longing For One More Day
When we lose someone we love it seems
that time stands still. What moves
through us is a silence... a quiet
sadness... A longing for one more day...one more word... one more touch... We may not understand why you left this earth so soon, or why you left before we were ready to say good-bye, but little by little, we begin to remember not just that you died, but that you lived. And that your life gave us memories too beautiful to forget. We will see you again some day, in a heavenly place where there is no parting. A place where there are no words that mean good-bye.

A Mom

December 8, 2012

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

Maryann Lazurus

December 8, 2012

Chris' family
Today no doubt was the hardest day of your lives. As you go on, try to remember that Chris would want you to think of him not only with tears but with smiles and laughter. As he looks down upon you in your new life, he would want to see you happy.

December 8, 2012

Stewart Family
God Bless you all....

Grandmother

December 8, 2012

As a parent of a Shen student my heart goes out to the families of Deanna and Chris

Addie Gelhaus

December 8, 2012

my family would like to send our deepest condolences to the stewwart family yours truly the waring family christian sr beth christian jr and nathan

christian waring

December 8, 2012

God sped.

December 8, 2012

Im so very sorry for your loss.

Danielle

December 8, 2012

Mike and Regina...

Terri and I were shocked and saddened to hear about Chris.

Only God knows the reason He calls one of his children home at such a young age but our prayer is that you kling to God and each other during this time.

I do not have to tell you that Chris was a special kid but I did want to pass along that most of the conversation we and the coaches had during his Jr Plainsmen years were about his character and not just his playing ability. Even at a young age Chris stood out as an example of the type of young man we all hope our kids grow up to be.

Our thoughts and Prayers are with you always....

Joe, Terri and Ben Picard

Joe Picard

December 8, 2012

To The Stewart Fa.
Our deepest sympathy.....you are in our thoughts and prayers...R.I.P. #69

Parents of Corey Ali

December 7, 2012

To Christopher's Love Ones,
Please know that we are truly sorry for your loss of Christopher. Keep his memories close to you and he will live forever, by your side. Know that we are praying for all of you. This is heart-breaking what your family has to endure, lean on the Lord and He will be your comfort.

A Mom

December 7, 2012

Extending heartfelt prayers and thoughts for the tragic loss of Chris. God bless all of you and give you strength to heal.

Donna, Bob and Alyssa HASKIN

December 7, 2012

May time heal all. Our deepest sympathy to all.

Cohoes school district employee & grandmother

Diane lattimore-paul

December 7, 2012

Stewart Family,
I was Chris' teammate on the Shen Varsity Football team when he was a sophomore and I was a senior. He was a little brother to us, and was supremely talented. I truly mean it when I say that your son was one of the best kids I'll ever have the pleasure of meeting. God Bless your family, I'm so sorry for your loss.

Brady

December 7, 2012

Regina..My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. Diana Nardone Skrip

Diana Nardone Skrip

December 7, 2012

May the grace of God be with you, always~

December 7, 2012

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.I hope you can find the strength to heal your heavy hearts. A Shen mom.....

December 7, 2012

My deepest sympathy at this horrible tragedy. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. God bless you all. May you find strength in the fullness of the life he had and unending memories.

Frank Roberts

December 7, 2012

Regina I am so so sorry to hear about your loss Both of our families have dealt with this My condolences to you and your entire family Michael Maxwell

December 7, 2012

rest in peace chris

a mom of a former shen student

December 7, 2012

with heartfelt sympathy to you and your family. you are all in my prayers.

heather morrissey

December 7, 2012

I light this Candle today for
your beautiful son Christophe,
as you lay him to REST IN THE
ARMS OF THE ANGLES, he will
be ever young in your hearts.
I will pray for your family
in the days ahead that the
BABY JESUS WILL GIVE YOU
STRENGTH IN THE DAYS AHEAD,
AS HE DID WHEN MY FAMILY
WENT THROUGH THE LOSS OF MY
SON. MAY GOD BLESS AND KEEP
YOU IN THE PALM OF HANDS/
R/I/P CHRISTOPHER
MARGARET BETZ A MOM

margaret betz

December 7, 2012

Our deepest sympathies to the entire Stewart Family. May God grant you inner strength to carry foward.

December 7, 2012

I am so very sorry for your loss, I feel as though there are no words to comfort you at this time. The out pouring support of Love and prayers goes beyond words. May you find comfort in family and friends. God Bless

Pam Villano

December 7, 2012

Regina and the entire Yakel family:

Please accept our prayers and condolences on the loss of your beloved son. No one else but a parent can fully appreciate the emptiness in your hearts.

Sincerely:
The Maxwell Family (Summit Avenue)

December 7, 2012

Sorry for your loss

donte edwards

December 7, 2012

My heart just aches for all of you~~~~prayers from my heart

Patti Duff

December 7, 2012

Larger than life describes Christopher, look at the lives he has touched and will continue to inspire.

Gene

December 7, 2012

Our hearts and prayers go out to all of you. We are so sorry for your loss. My daughter Emily is friends with Bailey. She said that Chris was literally the nicest person she had ever met, always so friendly and positive. (Here is a photo of Emily with Chris at the Shaker Junior Prom, one where he is actually smiling with his teeth! They camped out in our backyard afterwards, and Chris was a big help.) May God wrap his loving arms around you and shelter you with his perfect peace...may he strengthen and comfort you. God bless <3 The Nicholson Family

Luanne Nicholson

December 6, 2012

Christopher Stewart was an amazing individual. He always put smiles on everyone's faces. I will never forget the good times I had with him, and will miss him. You will forever be in my heart. R.I.P Christopher Stewart

Chris K.

December 6, 2012

Regina and family. There are no words that can really be said during this difficult time. The memories of your son will keep him close to your hearts always. My deepest sympathy to the entire Stewart and Yakel families. God bless you all. - Lynn Nolan Hyde

Lynn Nolan-Hyde

December 6, 2012

While our paths have never crossed, our thoughts and prayers are sent with the deepest sympathy. Although it was far too early for these 2 to go, know that 2 beautiful angels are watching over you.

Troy grads 00' and 01'

December 6, 2012

As a mom of a 17 yo son I can only imagine your pain. I wish I could wrap my arms around you and take the pain away. May you find peace in your memories of your beautiful son. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

A Mom from Loudonville

December 6, 2012

My heart, thoughts and prayers go out to you during this most difficult time.

Another Mom

December 6, 2012

We are so sorry for your loss. Please know you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
- The Ferguson Family

December 6, 2012

We are deeply saddened by your loss. Chris was a wonderful person and will be missed dearly. The Edick family

December 6, 2012

To the Stewart Family and friends :
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to you and all who knew and loved Chris. I am deeply sorry for your loss. May you find comfort somehow knowing he is forever peaceful. Rest in Peace Christopher....

Deb Greene

December 6, 2012

Today your family and friends lay you to rest. Today your family and friends celebrate the short life you had with them on earth. No one is saying Goodbye......they are saying....Till we meet again .....because we will meet again.....make the path smooth for those to join you in their time......make your presence known to your family and loved ones through the years....hold their hand and guide them. Your a treasured soul. Rest peaceful, fly easy on your angle wings. Be by your family/ friends while the mourn your passing, but give them a sense of peace that you are in a beautiful place, with no pain, no tears, no anger. Forever you will be missed. But always in our hearts.

LEEANN INNACE

December 6, 2012

So very sorry for the loss of such a beautiful child. May the love of our Lord sustain you.

Another Mom

December 6, 2012

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