ERNEST STEWART Sr.

ERNEST STEWART Sr.

ERNEST STEWART Obituary

Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch from Dec. 2 to Dec. 3, 2009.
STEWART, Ernest "Ernie" L. Sr., 56, of Richmond, passed away November 26, 2009. He retired from the U.S. Navy after serving 20 years for his country. He is survived by his mother, Viola Dodd; his daughters, Rachael Weeks, Roxana Stewart; son, Ernest Stewart Jr. and his companion, Debbie Ruehrmund; he is also survived by his grandsons, Trevor McGriff and Austin Weeks; as well as many friends and loved ones. Memorial services will be Friday, December 4, at 3 p.m. at the Virginia Veterans Cemetery, 10300 Pridesville Rd. in Amelia, Va. 23002. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Disabled American Veterans or the American Cancer Society.


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November 26, 2021

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November 26, 2015

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June 6, 2010

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RICKY THOMPSON

November 26, 2021

Still missing one of my best friends in this life. My loss, heavens gains !

Ricky Thompson

November 26, 2015

Really miss my best friend ! Today makes six year since you left this world.

Debbie

June 6, 2010

Hi Sweetie, Miss you so much. The prayer candle we lit everyday keeps going. I pray for you everyday and always will. You were my best friend my love and my heart. Not a day goes by i dont think about you. I miss our special times together. You will never be fogotten. You will always be a part of me that will never fade away. Im so glad we got our matching tattos. I miss you so much. Your love forever Debbie

Becky and Brian Rogers

May 24, 2010

Thinking of you everyday and missing the chance to talk to you.

February 14, 2010

Happy Valentine's Day sweetie. I love you. And miss you so much. Love Always! Debbie

Debbie Ruehrmund

December 25, 2009

Merry Christmas Sweetie. Miss you so much. The holidays or any day is so lonely without you. I love you Ernie and always will. My love Debbie

December 19, 2009

Hey Sweetie it's Saturday Dec.19th, 2009. We had a snow storm with 10 to 14 inches of snow. We would of been shoveling and playing in the snow.Sure miss you so much. E.J. and i think of you everyday. Infact not a day goes by that we don't think of you. Everytime i turn around it always reminds me of you. I love you Ernie you are my heart. Yes the tears are flowing i just miss you so much. I love You. Forever Debbie oxoxox

terah corson

December 4, 2009

Didnt know ernie but I have heard how great he was to my aunt debbie. Whenever she talked about him to my mom or I her voice was filled with so much love.

December 4, 2009

I worked with Ernie at HDH. He was always so kind with a gentle smile. We will miss you!

Heather DuHamel, RN
Henrico Drs Hospitals

Sam Holmes

December 4, 2009

Our prayers are with you and your family in this time of sorrow. I didn't know Ernie personally, only met him a few times. But I know Kie, Jen and mom.Ernie will always be with you.

I Rather Be Hunting!

December 3, 2009

Ride Free

December 3, 2009

Good Times

December 3, 2009

Dad & Son What They Enjoyed Doing Together

December 3, 2009

Enjoyable Moment Together

December 3, 2009

Ernie's Pride and Joy

December 3, 2009

Ernie & Debbie

December 3, 2009

Debbie (Cub)

December 3, 2009

Crazy Indian (My Hero)(Butch)

December 3, 2009

Best Friend's (Brother's)

December 3, 2009

Debbie Ruehrmund

December 3, 2009

paul kotil

December 3, 2009

MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO THE FAMILY AND DEBBIE ERNIE WAS A GOOD MAN AND A GOOD FRIEND TO ME I WILL MISS HIM SO MUCH HAVE FUN FLYING WITH THE EAGLES ERNIE MISS YOU

Nancy Webb

December 3, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you, Ernie and Alice. I know the sadness you are feeling.

Ricky Thompson

December 3, 2009

Ernie, The brother to all, one who fought many battles. A veteran to this country, now a warrior in Heaven! You will be missed here on earth my friend, by all that know you. May Gods face shine upon you.

paul kotil

December 3, 2009

ernie, dear good friend i will miss you he was a funny guy he has told me alot of stuff about his life in the navy i want you to know i will see u on the other side one day ernie i wish you good dreams and happiness and happy hunting and do not for get your crayon he was a hard worker for HILL-ROM we will all miss him you will always be in are hearts ernie

Chastity Padilla

December 3, 2009

My heartfelt sympathy goes out to the family and Debbie at the sad time. I did not have the pleasure of meeting Ernie, but I know the type of caring and loving person he was to Debbie and the family. May God give you peace in this time.

Debbie Ruehrmund

December 3, 2009

Ernie, I love you with all my heart and soul. I know these last couple of years have been hard on you. But we hung in there. When you were down i picked you back up and you always told me we would get through this. You fought it to the end sweetie. And i was so honored to be that special one in your life. No more pain sweetie. Now you can fly like that big Eagle in the sky. And i know you will be watching down on me. And i promise you that big Buck is waiting for me like you said.You have touched so many lives sweetie. We made so many plans that we didn't get to accomplish together. Like you always told me my heart was in your hands and i never doubted that at all. You will always and forever be in my heart. Forever my love Debbie I miss you Bunches.

Linde Harr

December 3, 2009

Ernie, dear friend and childhood neighbor, our lives are saddened with your passing. Your life became even more entwined with ours when you became a fellow shipmate to my husband during your years of service with the Navy. Our heartfelt condolences to all of your family members. May they take pride in what you've accomplished and remember the pleasant journeys you traveled with them. On behalf of the Hale family, Jim, Pat, Pete, Mike and Chris and the Harr family, Tom, Linde, Kris, Nik and Mateo - "Fair Winds and Following Seas" - Be at Peace.

December 3, 2009

It was a pleasure to get to know and treat Mr. Stewart. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Know that God will get you through this hard time.
Yolanda
McGuire VA Oncology Clinic

Brandi Price

December 3, 2009

I had the pleasure of meeting Ernie when he began dating my "second momma" Debbie. I could tell the love and affection between them was unmistakable. He was considerate, sweet, funny, and always sharing a story or smile about his family or friends. He will be missed by many, and My heart goes out to Debbie and the family in this sad time. Please know that God is keeping you near, at this trying time.

Becky Rogers

December 2, 2009

The first time I met Snake, Brian and himself and I lit the friendship candle. It was the most touching moment. There was never a time I can't remember Brian and him not sharing anything. They were like to little kids together. He touched our lives as he did many others. His Spirit is free now. The Eagle has flown, the Eagle has flown home.

Becky Rogers

December 2, 2009

The first time I met Snake, Brian and himself and I lit the friendship candle. It was the most touching moment. There was never a time I can't remember Brian and him not sharing anything. They were like to little kids together. He touched our lives as he did many others. His Spirit is free now. The Eagle has flown, the Eagle has flown home.

Niki Austin

December 2, 2009

I worked with Ernie for a couple of years with UHS. He was a very caring and fun person to be around! I was very saddened to hear of his passing and you all will be in my thoughts, may you find peace in your time of saddness.

Jackie Stewart

December 2, 2009

Ernie, may your heart be at peace now. You were my first love and the father of my children. You will be forever in my heart. May you rest in peace. Thank you for the past years that we were friends - I cherish those wonderful memories and those of the past. May you rest in peace!
Love,
Jackie

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