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Calvin Ewart Obituary
ROCKWELL - Mr. Calvin Samuel Ewart, 75, of Rockwell, passed away on Thursday, Dec. 29, 2011, at his residence.
Mr. Ewart was born May 19, 1936, in Rowan County, son of the late Samuel Baxter Euart and Maude Johnson Euart. He was a 1955 graduate of Rockwell High School and was employed by White Packing Company for 29 years. He had also worked at Kern Rubber Company for 17 years where he retired as a Tape Winder in 2009.
Mr. Ewart was a lifetime member of Rockwell United Methodist Church, where he served as Superintendent of the Sunday School and Chairman of the Board, and was involved in JV Hall Sunday School Class, United Methodist Men. He enjoyed all aspects of working at the church.
He enjoyed camping, fishing, gardening and loved his family.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brother James Ewart and sister Mary Veach.
Mr. Ewart is survived by his wife, Jackie Walker Ewart, whom he married July 21, 1956; sons John Calvin Ewart of Rockwell, Samuel Dean Ewart and wife Lori of Faith; grandchildren Ashley Page and husband Tim, Emilee Ewart, Samantha Ewart, Colby Ewart, Derek Ewart, Joshua Ewart, Lauren Ewart, Weston Ewart; and great-grandchild Austin Page.
Service: The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 31 at Rockwell United Methodist Church, conducted by Rev. Warren Miller, pastor, and Rev. Bill Currie. Mr. Ewart will lie in state 30 minutes prior to the service. Burial will follow at Brookhill Memorial Gardens.
Visitation: The family will receive friends at Powles Funeral Home from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 30.
Memorials: May be made to Rockwell United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 337, Rockwell, NC 28138.
Powles Funeral Home is assisting the Ewart family. Online condolences may be made at www.powlesfuneralhome.com
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Jill Artz Hartman
January 11, 2012
Jackie, John, Dean and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you. Just remember that he is in pain no more and sitting in the arms of Jesus. Praying for you all. Lonnie and Mary Artz, Jill artz Hartman.
Tony Barringer
January 4, 2012
Keeping your family in prayer. I knew Mr Ewart for many years. Outstanding man.
Robin Goodman
January 2, 2012
My prayers and thoughts are with the whole Ewart family at this sad time. I am glad Austin got to know his great grand father even if it was just for a little while.
ROD GREGORY
January 1, 2012
I ONLY MET YOUR GRANFATHER WHEN WE BUILT YOUR HOME,BUT I COULD TELL THE FIRST TIME I MET HIM.THAT HE WAS A FINE MAN AND LOVED HIS FAMILY VERY MUCH. I'M SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS ,BUT MAY GOD GIVE YOU PEACE THAT ALL IS WELL WHERE HE IS. ROD GREGORY ROCKWELL
Martha O'Shields
December 31, 2011
Jackie and family,
I am sad to hear of Calvin's passing. I loved him too. I have good childhood memories with him at Maude and Sam's home. I remember when you were married. My prayer will be with you; GOD BLESS you and surround you with his LOVE. Martha Miller O'Shields..
Ashley Page
December 31, 2011
We LOVE and miss you grandpa. Until we see you agian, Tim, Ashley, & Austin
Karen Adams-Gilchrist
December 31, 2011
Dean, my prayers and thoughts are with you and your family during this time of loss.
December 30, 2011
JACKIE I AM SO SORRY HERE ABOUTH CALVIN GOD BLESS YOU ALL IN THIS SAD TIME PEGGY FUNDERBURK
Luanne Welch
December 30, 2011
Dean, I'm so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family during this sad time.
Linda Henrickson
December 30, 2011
Dean,sorry for your loss.You all are in my thoughts and prayers.You all have my condolences.. Linda Henrickson.
Larry & Linda Rainey
December 30, 2011
Jackie, John, Dean and family,
We am real sorry about Calvin. He will be missed by everyone. May God give you comfort and piece now and in the days to come.
Angela Driggers
December 30, 2011
Dean, I am so sorry for the loss of your Father. I know how special he was to you and please know that you took very good care of him!! I will continue to keep you and your entire family in my prayers and hope that soon your heart will feel good enough that you will smile at the very thought of him. God Bless and keep you.
Brandy Bowlin
December 30, 2011
The Ewart family is in my thoughts and prayers. I send my condolences as I know this is a difficult time.
De & Bonnie Hillyer
December 30, 2011
We have fond memories of being in Calvin's life while at Rockwell UMC. His welcoming smile and gentle nature endeared him to so many.
May the peace of Christ be real to each of you in the days to come.
December 30, 2011
So sorry for the loss of your loved one. Praying and thinking of your family during this time. God bless you all.
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