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PHILOMENA STEWART Obituary
PHILOMENA J. STEWART
Philomena J. "Mena" Stewart passed away on November 5, 2012. She was born at Morley's Bridge, County Kerry Ireland and was raised in the Dublin area. Later she emigrated to New York and then to Long Beach, California where she met her husband to be , George W. Stewart who at the time was an Ensign in the navy. They were married in 1958. During a 30 year naval career, the family lived in many parts of the country on both the East and West coast, including a two year stint in Italy. The family moved to Alexandria, VA after her husband retired from the navy as a Captain in 1986.She is survived by George, her husband of 55 years; her sons Bryan and Mark, her daughter Sheila; daughter-in-law Wanda; and granddaughters Anna Grace and Audrey, all of who live in the general Washington area. She also is survived by an extensive family in Ireland including her brother Noel and her sisters Sheila, Maureen, and Margaret as well as many nieces and nephews, most of who live in the Dublin area. Mena was known for her sparkling personality along with her Irish wit and humor and she was greatly loved by her family and friends. She will be sadly missed.A memorial service will be held at Good Shepherd Catholic Church, 8710 Mount Vernon Highway, Alexandria, VA on Friday, November 16, Visitation at 10 a.m., and the Funeral Mass at 11 a.m. It is planned to have her ashes shipped to Ireland in order that she be buried next to her mother, Margaret (Morley) Spillane at a cemetery in Killarney. A second memorial service will be held near her birth place in Kilgarvin, County Kerry, Ireland.
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Naomi Ray
November 14, 2012
Mena was the best friend I have ever had. We supported each other through good and tough times. She was generous, loving and fun. The world is a better place because of her. May God's peace be with you ,George, and your family.
November 13, 2012
George, my deepest sympathy to you and your family on the death of the love of your life..know she is out of all suffering as God is there with open arms to welcome her to heaven, Mary Lou ...your classmate since high school.
November 13, 2012
George, I was so saddened to learn of the death of your beloved Mena...now she is out of all suffering and pain...as she is welcomed into heaven by God as she has done his work on earth. My coondolences to your family.
Your friend and classmate from Braintree, Mary Lou
Jean and Don Kennedy
November 13, 2012
Sheila,Bryan,Mark and George, our prayers are with you. Mena so loved to be surrounded with her family, including all the dogs...whose personalities she had totally figured out. One of my favorite times in seeing Mena sparkle, was on the Shannon in 2006, as we tied up in Athlone. Mena's eyes came alive in explaining her childhood swims in the river, her walks to school, and knowing she was late if the nuns had placed the Virgin Mary statue in the window..."then you knew you were either in BIG trouble, or you'd best take the day off" she chuckled. Love, from the Kennedys in Massachusetts
November 11, 2012
Sheila,
God Bless You and Your Family as you go through this time. I am praying for your strength. You have my deepest sympathy.....Marcia Eastland
Mary Ruiter
November 11, 2012
I'm very sorry for you loss. Wishing you comfort and peace in your memories. You are surrounded by much love and prayers.
Elaine O'Toole
November 10, 2012
Our deepest condolences to you, your Dad, and your brothers. from Michael Breheny and Helen Breheny Philomena's 1st Cousins from Dublin (Mary Jane Spillane Breheny's Children)and all their families in Dublin. Our prayers and thoughts to you.
Robin & Claudia McKiel
November 9, 2012
George, my friend and colleague, I am so sorry to hear that you've lost your beloved Mena. I so enjoyed visiting with her when she was well enough. I send sincere sympathy to you and your family from me and my mom.
November 9, 2012
Dear Sheila,
You, your mom and family have been in our prayers. We remembered her at Mass the day she departed. May the compassionate God bring peace and comfort to you all as you remember the beautiful memories of her life.
Peace,
Gerri Merkel - Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD
Probably one of the first Photos of Mena
November 8, 2012
She was great fun and although we didn't meet up that often, will always be remembered by Lorraine and I.
Dennis Scheck
November 8, 2012
Sheila, my thoughts and prayers are with you and you family. May God grant you peace of spirit and joy in memories of your mom.
Nancy Jankoski
November 8, 2012
Praying for Sheila and the rest of the family in your time of loss. May the peace of Christ reign in your hearts and comfort you in the days ahead.
Rey Gustamente
November 8, 2012
Sheila,
Know that my thoughts are with you and your family during this time of loss. Prayers for peace and comfort.
Donna Hilley
November 8, 2012
Dear Sheila, We are so very sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers now and always. Love and peace, Donna Hilley (Schweinfurt, Germany)
November 7, 2012
Dear Sheila,
My deepest condolences to you, your Dad, and your brothers. Know that all of you are in my thoughts and prayers during this time of grief. May your Mom enjoy the heavenly peace she deserve,
Marcelline
Mark Ray
November 7, 2012
Mena and her family have always been so warm and inviting to my family. I and all of my family appreciate the times we have spent with all of you and we wish you all our deepest condolences.
Roxanne Martinez
November 7, 2012
Dear Sheila, Your mom is now in the loving arms of our God, all suffering over. Thoughts and prayers for you and your dad and the family as you grieve and remember and share and say good-bye. Grieving is hard but let yourself be sad and cry. And as holidays and special familiy days come may the tears of sadness be turned to tears of joy as you remember special times shared, remember gifts and talents of you mom and remember the beauty of the person she is...with God forever...
November 7, 2012
Shelia,
May you know the peace of Christ and His Blessed Mother as you bid your farewells to your mother until you are reunited.
Dorothy Ling, Leavenworth, KS
Jeanne Vaul
November 7, 2012
Sheila, I am so sorry to learn of your mother's passing--she fought a good fight and is now reaping her rewards with the Heavenly Father. May He envelope you with His love.
Amanda Allen
November 7, 2012
Hi Sheila, I send my deepest sympathy as you lost the one you love. I am sure your reunion will be a sweet one. Your family is in my prayers!
Rad Reavis
November 7, 2012
Dear Sheila,
Please be assured of our thoughts and prayers for you and your family after the death of your mother. I pray that you will be comforted by thoughts of your times together.
Catherine Spillane
November 7, 2012
Such sad news about your passing, Aunty Mena, we will all really miss you. I will always remember you with the fondest memories of happy times spent with you in Virginia, Chesapeak and Ireland. Love Catherine
Pat Treacy
November 7, 2012
Sheila,
I truly am sorry for the loss of your mother. May you and your entire family find peace in knowing that she is now wrapped in the arms of a loving God. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Peace to you,
Pat Treacy
DRE-Fort Carson
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