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Gus Palmer Stewart Gus Palmer Stewart died December 17, 2004. Born August 8, 1929 in Paris, TX, he lived most of his life in Austin with his wife of 51 years, Joyce Stewart. Gus served in the armed services prior to working in a number of positions over 38 years at KTBC-TV. He was an active member in Tarrytown United Methodist Church for more than 40 years, serving in numerous lay positions. Gus touched the lives of so many people with his sense of humor, his kind heart, and giving spirit. In spite of years of health problems, Gus never lost his will to live or his positive attitude. Gus is survived by his wife, Joyce, children Jeffrey Stewart and Courtney Ryan, sister, Jean Stewart, and grandchildren, Jake & Sydney Ryan. The family will receive friends from 6:00-8:00 p.m. on Monday, December 20 at Weed-Corley-Fish Funeral Home, and a memorial service will be held at noon on Tuesday, December 21 at Tarrytown United Methodist Church. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Building Fund at Tarrytown United Methodist Church. Memorials and guestbook online at wcfish.com
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Stuart Damore
April 6, 2009
Gus was a very loving person,someone who God is going to enjoy having around. I miss him and I always will. God bless the Stewart Family. SD
Greg S. Pennywell
December 20, 2004
Mr. Stewart was everyone's Dad. He always went out of his way to see how you were doing. He served our country and raised a fine family. Jeff, Courtney, Mrs. Stewart, it was an honor and a privilege to have known Gus.
The Pennywell's
Randa Hollon
December 20, 2004
Gus was an incredible member of our family and will be missed greatly. He exhibited everything good about life, and truly modeled the spirit of Christ day in and day out. Our love goes to Joyce, Courtney and Jeff.
Jerry and Randa Hollon
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