Sgt. James D. Stewart
Sgt. James D. Stewart
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James D. Stewart Obituary
CPT Steven B. Shaw
Captain, Transportation Corps
Commander, 57th Transportation Company
James D. Stewart believed he had to take a stand against terrorism after watching the World Trade Center towers fall on Sept. 11, 2001. "He was very insulted that these terrorists would attack us," his mother, Rachel Barrett, recalled. "It was like: 'We've got to go get them.'" Stewart, 29, a native of Oglethorpe, Ga., who lived in Chattanooga, Tenn., died June 21 in Rutbah when an explosive detonated near his vehicle. He was based at Fort Drum and was on his second deployment to Iraq. Stewart enjoyed sports, drew war pictures as a child and later joined the Junior ROTC. He loved to travel and was a cross-country truck driver before he joined the Army in 2002. "His only regret is he never saw the Grand Canyon," Barrett said. "But now he's got the perfect view." Marilyn Stewart, 28, isn't sure how she will get along without her older, protective brother. "I can't see myself without my brother. But he'll always be my soldier, no matter what happens," she said.
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Angela Hernandez
May 30, 2016
You will be forever in my heart. You were a great friend.
Angela Hernandez
May 30, 2016
Hard to believe you are gone. May your memory live on forever.
Peggy Childers
June 23, 2012
June 21, 2012
To the family and friends of Sgt. James D. Stewart:
Always remembering James. "Some gave all."
Candise Bailey
June 21, 2012
James Stewart was an amazing man! He and I had some good times together. When I first got to Ft. Drum he was the one that showed me the ropes. Your name is forever on my body! You will never be forgotten!
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William Buchholz
June 21, 2012
7 years ago a great man left this world. This I cannot change, but I live my life trying my best to be the man he was. He is my motivation to be a good leader for soldiers, and to be a better person in life. SGT Stewart, you will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
June 21, 2011
To the family and friends of Sgt. James D. Stewart:
Please accept my remembrance of James on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Alberto Gonzalez
August 23, 2010
Never Forgotten!!! Spend at least once a month looking over pictures and memories..."STEW" you will never be forgotten, NEVER!!!
"Gonzo"
Peggy Childers
June 21, 2010
To the family and friends of Sgt. James D. Stewart:
Remembering James on the anniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
Peggy Childers
June 22, 2009
To the family of Sgt. James D. Stewart:
James gave the ultimate sacrifice and will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not let our fallen heroes be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
June 20, 2009
On 24 June 2009 another Annual Memorial Ceremony will be held at Fort Drum NY. Sgt. Stewart will be remembered among the many Fallen Comrades from the 10th Mountain Division. Sgt. Stewart you may be gone, however, surely not forgotten.
Kenna Larra
June 19, 2009
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Sincerely and Respectfully,
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Tammy Bass
May 31, 2009
Please know that your sacrifice will not be forgotten. On Saturday May 23 I was honored to read the names of Tennessee's fallen in the Iraq and Afghanistan wars at a ceremony in Washington DC at the WWII Memorial. James Stewart is remembered.
Proud Mother of USMC Cpl. David Bass
4/23/85 - 4/2/06
Andrew Fabian
February 5, 2009
Sgt Stewart, a quiet toast in your honor, there is no one to see or hear about it, they would not understand anyway. Gone are the days of rolling convoys, all out chaos, may they never return. Your picture displayed, yet hidden on the wall behind the LCD screen along with other fallen comrades, rememberance is not a conversation piece but personal. Just a silent sad thought, you are far from forgotten. God bless you and your family.
In Memory of James Douglas ~ (Debra Estep)
June 21, 2008
Holding you all in my thoughts and prayers.
The Wind on The Downs
“I like to think of you as brown and tall,
As strong and living as you used to be,
In khaki tunic, Sam Brown belt and all,
And standing there and laughing down at me.
Because they tell me, dear, that you are dead,
Because I can no longer see your face,
You have not died, it is not true, instead
You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe;
I hear you laughing as you used to do,
Yet loving all the things I think of you;
And knowing you are happy, should I grieve?
You follow and are watchful where I go.”
(Written by Marian Allen during World War l )
Two lines that I wish you to keep near your heart…….
“You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe”
I did not know 'Doug', but I am remembering
his service. He is my hero. !
~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~
The Other Side
i'm over on the other side
where life and death softly divide.
left my skin and bones behind
now i'm over on the other side.
can you feel me there with you?
my breath is gone but i'm not through.
loved you then and i still do
from over on the other side.
i can fly. really fly.
below the earth ... all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
it's good here on the other side.
the sweetest songs...the bluest skies.
thank you for the tears you cried
but it's good here on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth...all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side
the world is smaller than a needle's eye.
where life and death softly divide.
when you leave your skin and bones behind
i'll be waiting on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth ... all through the sky.
go tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
Song lyrics by Don Conoscenti
C Desert Muse/SESAC
www.donconoscenti.com
(Used with permission)
“I hope it brings great comfort to any and all.
Peace on you. DonCon” 4-2008
The Other Side –
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Sincerely,
Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom and MIL
Remembering The Fallen – Blog
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Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
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The luckiest sister in the world... To have a brother that was named Sgt. James D. Stewart (I love you Stew)
May 21, 2008
Where it all began
Marilyn Stewart
May 21, 2008
To my brother: Just another day thinking about you, wishing you were here w/me. The pain and hurt will never subside... The more I think about you the more I miss hearing your voice, seeing your face and laughing at your jokes. No one will ever know how I feel!! Your my only brother, my best-friend and my HERO! I love you Doug...I miss you SOOOOO very much
May 4, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Sgt Stewart!
August 14, 2007
There is nothing that I can say or do to take away the pain or bring you peace in your time of sorrow, but I will offer you and your family my heart felt condolences. I also offer you my prayers that in time the pain will easy and the memories of your HERO will carry you through each day and night. I want to thank your HERO, for his/her selfless act of becoming a member of the armed forces, his/her willingness to defend the United States of America, all that we hold sacred and for the sacrifice that will forever be etched in the memories of all those who knew him/her. Though tears can never bring him/her back, we hope that our tears express our gratitude for the sacrifice that he/she made and our sorrow at his/her passing. I believe for every fallen HERO there is a star shining brightly up above to remind us of the precious gift we were given.
Your mission on earth is complete and you are now a member of GOD’s Heavenly armed forces. Stand down brave warrior and take your rightful place in Heaven with all the HEROES who have passed before.
I made a special promise to LE RON A. WILSON, a dear family friend who joined the Army with three other friends, one of whom is my son (Le Ron was killed in action on 07/06/07 at the age of 18) on the day he was laid to rest as I touched his coffin, that I would never forget him nor would I forget those that gave their lives for our country before him, with him and after him and so when I came across www.legacy.com, I thought what a great way to keep my promise to Le Ron, so I will continue to leave tributes in each guest book until the day there is no longer the need to leave these tributes to a FALLEN HERO.
REST IN PEACE, HERO, YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!!
PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Currently stationed in Germany
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)
July 19, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Sgt Stewart and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
Garnet Jenkins
June 20, 2007
In tribute to Sgt, James D. Stewart, with a Multitude of Thanks, for this Brave Young Soldier's Courage, Dedication and Service to our Country and for Freedom.
May James Rest Safely, in God's Loving Care and may the Peace of God continue to be with the Stewart family.
Those who Made this Ultimate Sacrifice, So Many and So Young, shall Never Be Forgotten, my brother among them. Killed in action Vietnam in 1967.
"I will lift up my eyes to the hills- from whence comes my help?
My help comes from the Lord, Who made heaven and earth." ~ Psalm 121:1-2 ~
I am sincerely hoping that you continue to feel the thoughts of caring and support that surround you each day, as this Grateful Country Remembers Someone Very Precious to you, who is a Hero to all of us.
I am So Deeply Sorry for your loss.
Andreas Fabian
June 15, 2007
I have privately mourned the passing of Sgt Stewart since I found out the news so long ago, Army and Iraq are a distant memory now and no one understands such sorrow here nowadays. Only recently discovered this guest book. I had dealings with Sgt Stewart in the transportation world of Ft Drum, myself from the now defunct 710th MSB. Sgt Stewart was a mentor, full of advice and crafty "inside information" on becoming an NCO, untangling levels of Army red tape in the promotion system. I never had worries of my transport mission not going smooth if Sgt Stewart was my point of contact. He truly went out of his way for his soldiers and those he dealt with in garrison, during long overworked days of 2003-04 Fond memories of bygone days, blanketed by sadness. My heart goes out to the family, a terrible loss of a remarkable man.
Julie Moretto
May 28, 2007
To the family and friends of James, I met James' mother, Rachel, last weekend at Arlington National Cemetery. It was under the toughest and saddest of circumstances and my heart goes out to everyone that is grieving this tremendous loss. I remember being so in awe of Rachel. How she talked about her son. She was so proud of him. I am so glad and honored to have met her. Rachel and everyone else, James' sacrifice also became your sacrifice. Words can not erase the hurt but know that your son will be missed, honored and remembered. He lives on in your hearts and your memories will keep his spirit alive.
Robbie Varney
May 27, 2007
Sgt. Stewart's sacrifice truly epitomizes the saying "Land of the free BECAUSE of the brave." God Bless Sgt. Stewart and his family.
shameeka gray
May 4, 2007
SGT Stewart will be greatly missed. He was a good soldier and friend.
Carl Ladson
April 20, 2007
To some he was a leader, to some he was a great friend. Overall SGT Stewart was a soldiers Soldier. Greatly he is missed by all the soldiers, past and present, of the 57th Transportation Company. To his family I send my condolences and may he rest in peace.
ROBYN GARSIDE
July 31, 2006
MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. I HAVE JUST LEARNED OF YOUR GREAT LOSS AND WISH TO EXPRESS MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES. PLEASE KNOW THAT THERE ARE PEOPLE OUT HERE WHO DO CARE AND YOUR HERO WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. HOLD TIGHT TO YOUR TREASURED MEMORIES THAT HIS SPECIAL SMILE MAY CONTINUE TO SHINE ON FOR YOU ALWAYS. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. STAY STRONG AND GODSPEED. SEMPER FI
A PROUD MARINE MOM
Ria Evelyn-Cox
July 24, 2006
I was in the same platoon with SGT Stewart. SGT Stewart was very nice to me, we often joked or smoked together. He even took me to the airport a 1 1/2 away from the base to drop my spouse off. SGT Stewart even helped me moved out of my apt. He loved his coffee, his smokes and his music. He loved to talked about his sister. He was a great soldier but an even better friend. He may be gone but he will never be forgotten. I truly miss him.
Robert Walton
April 24, 2006
I was with SGT Stewart in Iraq. When he passed it was a hard blow to us all. I was friends with him and a fellow leader. I told my troops that he would always be riding with us for the rest of our lives. That was just how Stew was. I miss you Stewie
Sgt. James D. Stewart
February 16, 2006
Vangi & McKaLyne Lunsford
January 10, 2006
Psalm 23
1
The LORD is my shepherd, I shall not be in want.
2
He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters,
3
He restores my soul. He guides me in paths of righteousness for his name's sake.
4
Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.
5
You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows.
6
Surely goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the LORD forever.
This is a verse that I have found to be comforting to me during my husbands death. Remember that when it seems that no one else is round, God is still there with you! And he will be your rock!
My daughter,McKaLyne, and I send our heartfelt sympathy for your loss! God Bless this warrior, God Bless those whom serve freedom's cause! They are our true HERO's!!!!
If you need anything, please feel free to contact me!!!
Wife & Daughter of the Late
Sgt. Audrey Daron Lunsford
KIA May 23, 2005
Robbie Varney
November 13, 2005
I pray for Sgt. Stewart daily that he may grown strong in the arms of the Lord. I pray that his family may have strength until they will be reunited with him.
DIANE LARSEN
September 25, 2005
SO SORRY TO HEAR OF JAMES DEATH! GOD BLESS THE FAMILY HE LEAVES BEHIND!DIANE
Roma Hackworth/Niel
July 9, 2005
GOODBYE TO A FELLOW CHATTANOOGAN AND MAY YOUR PATH TO HEAVEN BE STROWN WITH ROSES.
Roma Hackworth/Niel
John Davis
July 5, 2005
To Sgt. Stewart's Family,
You have truly made, and continue to make, the great sacrifice that enabled your loved one to be the hero that he is. As President Bush said yesterday in his tribute to our brave servicemen and women, you the family members are also our heroes, and we want to honor you. Please know that your sacrifice has not been in vain and that we are foever indebted to you.
May God bless you and keep you through these dark days, and may He cause His face to shine upon you and give you His peace.
Patricia Gray
July 5, 2005
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Robbie Varney
July 4, 2005
On every Fourth of July, we will remember you, your service, and your ultimate sacrifice for our country. May God comfort your family.
Greg Buggy
July 3, 2005
I am very sorry for your loss. May God look over your family.
Rebecca Davis
July 2, 2005
God Bless you soldier. Prayers for your family in their time of sorrow. You and your family are in the thoughts and prayers of many
Rhonda O'Hara
July 2, 2005
Heaven has gained another American Hero. Rest in peace Sgt. Stewart and know that your country is proud of you, and will never forget your sacrifice for her freedom. God be with and comfort your family.
Nancy Kramer
July 1, 2005
God Bless you and Peace be with you, Sgt. Stewart.
Will Brown
July 1, 2005
You fought well and bravely, Sgt. Stewart. Your sacrifice will not have been in vain. Rest easy now, Soldier.
Stacy
June 30, 2005
The sacrifice that you & your family has made for my family in the defense of our nation is appreciated beyond my ability to express. Since I understand this debt that I owe you cannot be repaid, please know that as a small token of my gratitude, I will pray for your families healing and I promise to raise my children to know what you have done for them and what you willingly gave up in keeping America as the land of the free and the home of the brave. God bless you, Sir and God bless your family. You are a rare hero.
Ernestine Holiman
June 30, 2005
God has received Sgt. Stewart with open arms and will comfort his family. Prayers for all.
Nancy Goodnow
June 30, 2005
Thank you for your service to the country. I hope the family takes some confort that so many cared to come here and let their feelings be known. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Tony Wojo
June 30, 2005
Words could never express the gratitude, you are one of many heros. God Bless
Jeremy
June 30, 2005
Thanks for the looking out for me.
Rest in Peace
N. Nardone
June 30, 2005
To Sgt. Stewart and his family, thank you and God bless you.
The Nardone Family
Stan Foster
June 30, 2005
I'm so sorry. This is the loss of a fine young man, one of the Chosen of our nation. Men like Sgt. Stewart are the cream of this nation and his sacrifice will not be forgotten.
For his sacrifice I can live free. I appreciate Sgt. Stewart.
Ty Farris
June 30, 2005
Words alone cannot express the gratitude we, as a Nation, owe to Sgt. Stewart and his family for his service over the years. God Bless.
Keith Lange
June 30, 2005
We appreciate your efforts and your sacrifice to help preserve freedom. We pray the Lord that He takes you into His care, and that He comforts your family and other loved ones.
Tom & Alyssa Denzler
June 30, 2005
Your sacrifice will not be forgotten.
Our humblest thanks to you and your family for keeping our family safe.
Steve Burke
June 30, 2005
Rest in peace in the arms of God. Know that we are grateful for your sacrifice.
BA P
June 30, 2005
You are in our thoughts and prayers today and always. We are so very grateful for your honorable service and immense sacrifice for our nation.
May God grant you strength and perseverance through this difficult time.
Steve Holmes
June 30, 2005
God Bless You Soldier.
Julie & Richard
June 30, 2005
Sgt. Stewart has made the ultimate sacrifice in the noble cause of protecting America's freedom. We are forever grateful to him and offer our deepest sympathy to his family and friends.
May he rest in peace in the eternal presence of Almighty God.
And may his family be comforted by the love and gratitude of other Americans.
Kevin Sneed
June 30, 2005
God bless this brave American who gave the ultimate sacrifice for his country. He is a hero in a world without heros. You will never be forgotten.
Jean
June 30, 2005
God bless your family for their loss of Sgt. James Stewert. We thank him for his service to his country.
All gave some, some gave all.
James Brodhacker
June 30, 2005
God Bless Sgt. James D. Stewart. Thank you for defending our country and freedom. God bless and watching over his family during this time of sorrow.
Rick
June 30, 2005
May God bless and keep Sgt. James D. Stewart in everlasting peace. May God comfort the family and friends of our fallen hero. Thank you for protecting America and providing us our Freedom. America is forever grateful.
Catherine Dickson
June 30, 2005
"They shall not grow old as
We who are left grow old.
Age shall not weary them,
Nor the years condemn.
At the going down of the sun,
And in the morning
We will remember them."
My condolences and prayers are offered for Sgt. Stewart and his family.
William Wilson
June 30, 2005
We all owe your family a debt of gratitude for SGT.Stewarts sacrifice to this great nation. God be with you all during this difficult hour.
Take care,
W.Wilson
David Crosslin
June 30, 2005
�gYou have made us for Yourself, O Lord, and our hearts are restless until they rest in Thee.�h
Rest well, soldier.
Michael Bynack
June 30, 2005
God bless you. Your sacrafice will not be forgotten.
Mark DeHoff
June 30, 2005
Dear Sir:
From me, and my family, who have known those who have fought and paid the ultimate price to keep us free, our most sincere thanks.
May the Lord bless you and keep you. Your work here is done.
To your family: Thank you, also, for your sacrifice. May He comfort you in your time of sorrow.
Our prayers are with you.
Charles Markham
June 29, 2005
God bless and keep you Sargeant Stewart
may your family find peace and consolation that you served a greatful country. RIP. Amen.
Dawn Ridder
June 29, 2005
My condolences to the family of Sgt. James D. Stewart. We Americans will remember his sacrifice and will remain in his debt.
Tracy Russell
June 29, 2005
God Bless you for your sacrifice to our country. May God hold your family in his embrace, and give them comfort while they mourn your loss.
Barbara D
June 29, 2005
May the Lord hold you in His arms and comfort your family. Thank you for all you've done for us.
June 29, 2005
Thank you for your bravery and for protecting us in America. Though I did not know you at all, I know what you have selflessly given for me and my children. You are a hero who stepped forward to answer the call. God bless you...and your family who is missing you something awful.
Mark Welsh
June 29, 2005
My family's condolences are with you in these times of grief. Having lost a brave hero in the mountains of Afghanistan, your sorrow is shared by many. Prayers for your family and the deepest respect for the service of Sgt Stewart.
Jim Lingren
June 29, 2005
Rest in Peace soldier. Your work is done.
Randy Williamson
June 24, 2005
Thank you for your selfless sacrifice for the freedom of others. I am humbled and profoundly grateful for your service. May God bless your family and bring them peace and comfort at this time.
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