John STEWART Obituary
December 1, 1952 - January 18, 2018
It is with great sadness the family of John Ralph Stewart announces his passing on January 18, 2018 at age 65 after fighting a brave battle with a rare form of blood cancer. John is lovingly remembered by his wife Cindy and children Lisa (Yves) and Matthew, and newborn grandson Cohen John. He is also fondly remembered by his brother Donald Stewart (June), his sisters Eleanor Butz (Bob) Jeanette Niehaus (Jim), as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends. John was predeceased by his parents Cecile and Ralph Stewart and sister Jacquelyn (Jackie) Fleurent.
A native of Edmonton, John attended St. Joseph's High School and grew up in the Highlands neighbourhood. In 1975, he began a long and fulfilling career at the Edmonton Law Courts Building, where he worked for the Government of Alberta until his retirement in 2016. He was a talented artist and maintained a lifelong passion for music and the arts.
A celebration of John's life will be held at 6 p.m., on Monday, January 29, 2018, at the Royal Canadian Legion (Norwood), 11150 – 82nd Street, Edmonton, Alberta.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society of Canada at www.llscanada.org or by phone: 877-668-8326.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Florence Lopez
February 6, 2018
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. John was a very kind soul - he will be missed
January 30, 2018
Have a safe journey John,until next time .You are a cool guy, I will miss you.Stephen Shuglo
Teresa Adamyk
January 29, 2018
A truly kind, gentle and funny man. My condolences to your family. I have known John for many years at the Law Courts.
Will always remember your laughter and your smiles....Happy trails.... John
Salila Muru
January 29, 2018
Dear Stewart Family, My deepest condolences to all of you during this very difficult time. I had the good fortune of meeting John while working at the Courthouse. He was very kind and quick to my team members and I. We cherish his great sense of humour and laughter. He will be dearly missed by all of us. May he rest in peace and God bless.
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January 28, 2018
Dear Cindy and Family
I prayed for John everyday and I really believed there was a miracle for him. I don't have any consoling words to make your pain any easier.
I only think that the higher heaven needed more than we did.
I am so so sorry.for you all.
Our thoughts and our prayers will be with you
Donna Dale and Family
January 28, 2018
To the Stewart family, John was such a caring and beautiful person. He would always be smiling and joking at the Law Courts and went beyond his duty at his job. We talked about retirement, his trips to California and his fun outlook on life. I will miss you John. Julie Ulmer
Linda Lavigne
January 28, 2018
John was a lovely man he will be missed.
Dave & Chris Watson
January 27, 2018
We are deeply saddened by the news of Johns passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Cindy Fraser
January 27, 2018
I remember talking to John many times after work. We had conversations about having to change all the light bulbs in the courthouse. I saw him quite often and we would have a nice chat. Rest in Peace John. Condolences to your family and friends.
Brenda Haynes
January 27, 2018
To the Stewart Family,
I worked with John at the Edmonton Law Courts for many, many years. He was someone you could call on at anytime and he would be there to help. Many of his drawings are displayed on the Judicial floors, and they will continue to bring fond memories to all of us of John working around the building and sharing a laugh and story while he scoped out the area for any goodies that may be sitting out. John will be dearly missed.
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Carmen Everitt
January 26, 2018
So sorry for your loss, I so remember John, working at the courthouse, changing lights and so on, he would make me laugh so much, there was always 3 of them changing light bulbs, I would always joke How many men does it take to change a lightbulb?????
Betty Boychuk
January 26, 2018
Cindy and Family: Was very sorry to hear of John's passing. I had the pleasure of knowing him when he worked at the Edmonton Law Courts Building. He always had a smile for you and he could always make you laugh. The Heavens have gained another Shining Star in its Realm.
Susan Logan
January 26, 2018
My condolences to the Stewart family. I worked with John for many years. He was a wonderful colleague and we shared some great laughs. Rest in peace, John, you will be missed.
January 26, 2018
John was an icon at the courthouse..I loved his sense of humour and he always took the time to give compliments..it is a great loss..my prayers are with his family..
Maria Spink
Lorna ADAMS
January 26, 2018
To Family of John Stewart,
My condolences to you, no words can truly express how one feels at this time. May the memories help you through the grieving. John was a great person always ready to share a joke! He will be missed dearly. Rest in peace John.
Terry Aussant
January 26, 2018
Dear Cindy and Family,
I am saddened to hear about the passing of John. I will always remember the great conversations we had and stories we shared. He was man of great talent, a kind and gentle person who would do anything for anyone without complaining about it. His desire to collect items was so funny, he had a way to find "garage sales" no one even knew about. He sure enjoyed his treats, I remember you having to hide goodies so he wouldn't find them, he had quite the "Sweet Tooth". The world has lost one "Great" person, and hope the great times and memories you both shared together will over power the loss you are feeling at this time. Always remember that you have family and friends that are here to help you at this time of sorrow and please do not hesitate to call should you need assistance with anything I am here for you. May "John" rest in peace.
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