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Robert Stewart Obituary

Robert Henry Stewart SAN FRANCISCO - Robert Henry Stewart, 57, passed Sept. 21, 2010 after a long illness. Preceded in death by is mother, Ruth Yarbrough Stewart and his father, Roy Stewart Sr., he is survived by his siblings (and spouses), Roy Stewart Jr. (Faye) of Zuni, Susan Haxter (Richard) of Florida and Virginia "Ginger" Hobbs (Jerry) of Norfolk; nine nieces and nephews and 21 great-nieces and -nephews. Raised in Virginia Beach, San Francisco was his home for the past 28 years. Robert graduated from Virginia Tech in 1975 and from the Culinary Institute of America (New York) in 1981. The family is grateful for the loving care from Robert's dear friends, Jo and Janice in San Francisco, during his last few months. Friends may join the family for a time of remembrance Sunday, Oct. 31, between 2 and 4 p.m. at Spurgeon Memorial Baptist Church, Tidewater Drive, Norfolk. Please remember Robert thru donations to the American Cancer Society.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Oct. 29, 2010.

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Kathryn Gainor Ventura

October 31, 2010

Ginger & Jerry and all family and friend of Robert Stewart. Prayers and Blessing from a voice from your past but you are always in my heart. Both the Stewart and Hobbs made life special for me and my mom Nina while she was alive. Keep him close to your heart and he will alway be with you.

Joe Kobler

October 30, 2010

Dear Robert, Janice and I really miss you. Our talks, you and Janice going to church. My best friend you are with me every Day. Love Joe + Janice

Ginger Hobbs

October 29, 2010

Little brother, knowing your pain is gone will, in time, help to ease mine. I already miss our comparisons of Sunday sermons, re-enforcements of conservative politics, "The Factor", and sharing Mom's and Aunt Ginny's recipes. Love Sis

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