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C. STUART BROAD "Stu"
Charles Stuart "Stu" Broad, resident of Westminster Village in Bloomington, IL, passed away on Saturday, March 23, 2013, peacefully, with family by his side. His memorial service will be at 2 p.m., May 11 in Bloomington, IL. He was an attorney and devoted husband and father. Stu was born Sept. 24, 1927, in Lincoln, NE, to Elizabeth G. Broad and Robert A. Broad. He met Mary Lavery, later his wife of 61 years, as a student at the University of MN. Stu and Mary graduated, married, and lived in Washington, DC and Chicago, settling in Chevy Chase, MD. Stu earned a bachelor of laws at G.W. University while on the Capitol Hill Police Force. He started his career in trial law, and later specialized in industrial and labor relations law. He participated in early civil rights sit-ins for desegregation. He worked for the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, Department of Defense, Atomic Energy Commission and Department of Energy, and initiated a legal guidance program for the National Alliance on Mental Illness. Stu valued education, self-initiative and friendship, and shared his love of outdoor sports, bird- and whale-watching, American history, and music. Stu was the proud husband of Mary, the proud father of Dick, Cathy, Tom, Martha and Bob, and the proud grandfather of four. In lieu of flowers, the family welcomes donations to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (www.NAMI.org), Misericordia (www.Misericordia.com) or a charity of the donor's choice.
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Memories and Condolences
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Debbie Greenside
May 6, 2013
I was sorry to hear that Stuart passed away. I am a long-time friend of Cathy's and came to Cathy's home in Chevy Chase for some holiday dinners or just to visit. Stuart was always warm and welcoming, asking me lots of friendly questions about my job and interests, and life in general. He was laidback and easygoing; he made my visits relaxing and pleasant. I am glad I had a chance to meet Stuart and get to know him some. I have fond memories of my visits to Cathy's home, to which he contributed.
Dad, Mom, and four of children in 2011
April 23, 2013
Dad, Mom, and oldest children in 1964
April 23, 2013
with Mother and grandchildren in 2011
April 23, 2013
with siblings in the 1930's
April 23, 2013
April 20, 2013
I met Stu at a MCSM meeting in 1998. He was a kind and thoughtful "old-school" gentleman and I'll remember him fondly for that and his good common sense.
50th Anniversary celebration in 2001
Cathy Broad
April 15, 2013
Bethany Beach
Cathy Broad
April 15, 2013
Bethany Beach
Cathy Broad
April 15, 2013
The Queen Mary
Cathy Broad
April 15, 2013
departing for honeymoon in 1951
Cathy Broad
April 15, 2013
wedding at St. Athanasius Church, Evanston, IL
Cathy Broad
April 15, 2013
Chicago Herald, Sun. 11/25/51 wedding announcement
Cathy Broad
April 15, 2013
C.S. Broad Richfield high school
Cathy Broad
April 15, 2013
Mary Broad
April 13, 2013
Heartfelt thanks to all who have sent such supportive messages to me and all my family. We have enjoyed your memories of Stu, and appreciate your sharing them with us. Mary
Sister Paulette Misericordia
April 11, 2013
Our sympathies. Stu and all the Broads are in our prayers. Thank you for remembering our Misericordia residents, during these hard days.
Molly Tyson
April 11, 2013
Our thoughts are with you. I have many fond memories of weekends spent with Stu and the rest of the Broad family in Chevy Chase.
Dad with siblings 1963
Cathy Broad
April 11, 2013
I appreciate the kind messages from friends and family members about Dad. He was a fine, gentle person, and a great father.
Patty Broad
April 11, 2013
To a wonderful and kind brother. He made a difference in our lives when we needed it most.
Jim Tyson
April 11, 2013
With condolences to the family, and fond memories of a wonderful man.
April 11, 2013
Dear Dad,
I know you are at peace now. We miss you!
Love,
Cathy
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