Harold G. Stewart

Harold G.
Stewart
ORISKANY FALLS
Harold G. Stewart, 86, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 6, 2015, at his home, with his beloved family at his side. He was born on November 13, 1928, in Davenport, New York, the son of the late Gilbert and Vera Turner Stewart. Harold was a Korean War Veteran, having served in the US Army. On March 20, 1957, in West Davenport, he married Kathleen Roe. Their loving union lasted over 58 years until Kathleen's passing in 2013. Harold enjoyed a 42 year career with NYSEG. He worked as a lineman, and later he worked in NYSEG's natural gas pipeline division. Harold and Kathleen enjoyed round and square dancing. He also enjoyed the local area diners and restaurants not for only the food, but the fellowship of his friends. Harold was the oldest member of the Pleasant Valley Grange, having been a member for over 40 years. He had also been a 40 year member of the Madison United Methodist Church. Harold was a devoted and loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend. He is survived by his beloved daughter, Margaret, and her husband, James Williams, of Madison; his beloved grandson, Jonathan Williams, and his companion, Christa Case, of Brookfield; his beloved grandson, Michael Williams, of Solsville; his great-grandchildren, Eli Jonathan Williams and Erin Case; and his sisters, Helen Roe, of Oneonta, and Naomi Baker, of Zephyrhills, FL. Harold was predeceased by his parents; his beloved wife, Kathleen; and his sister, Jean Smith. Funeral services will be held on September 10, 2015, at 4 PM at the Madison United Methodist Church. Interment with Military Honors will be in Cobleskill Rural Cemetery. There will be calling hours at the church on Thursday from 2-4 PM, prior to the service. Funeral arrangements has been entrusted to the personal care and direction of Jeffrey T. Paul of the Paul Funeral Home of Madison. In memory of Harold, kindly consider a donation in his name to the Madison United Methodist Church, State Route 20, Madison, New York 13402.