Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
FUNERAL HOME
Roosevelt Stewart Obituary
Visitation will be 5-7 p.m. Friday, June 19, at Jones Funeral Home in Houma and from 9 a.m. until funeral time Saturday, June 20, at Sunlight Baptist Church. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at the church, with burial in Triumph Baptist Cemetery in Gibson.
He is survived by his sons, Roosevelt Jr. and Donrell Stewart, Kevin Delcour and Jeremiah Pittman; brother, Joseph Stewart Jr.; sisters, Jeannie and Christine Stewart, Eartha Johnson, Rosetta Jones, Penny Kennedy and Maria (John) Ward; son-in-law, Larry Jack Jr.; nine grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Jeanette Delcour Stewart; children, Catina Stewart Jack and Donta' Stewart; parents, Joseph Sr. and Rosetta Nell Ballard Stewart; maternal grandparents, Oliver Sr. and Cristian Winn Ballard; paternal grandparents, Jim and Lydia Lewis Stewart; and siblings, Michael Stewart and Vivian Young.
Jones Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Roosevelt Stewart
Maria Ward
July 1, 2015
On behalf of the Stewart family I would like to thank Jones Funeral Home and the Gibson Community, for standing by the family during the time of sorrow. We will continue to look to the hill from whence our help comes.
Johnny Kenny
June 21, 2015
Man, God has a good hardworking brother to add to his servants. Will miss you and your laughter and insight.
Judy Ballard
June 19, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all, during this difficult time.
Judy Young Ballard& Young Family
Sidney Joseph Jr.
June 18, 2015
We loved HIM but JESUS loved HIM best
MARLENE BARRIO
June 18, 2015
TO THE FAMILY..KEEP HOLDING ON TO GOD'S UNCHANGING HAND..EVERYTHING WILL BE ALRIGHT.PRAYING FOR THE FAMILY..MARLENE BARRIO&FAMILY
Virginia Prince BUTLER
June 17, 2015
To GOD be the Glory for all the good things He's done, if I can help somebody as I pass along then your living want be in vain, and this was this man no matter what he'll give you the clothes off his back so to the family just hold on to God and one another and fight this battle as ONE! SO GOOD NIGHT MY FRIEND AND HOMIE for now from the Entire PRINCE FAMILY OF GIBSON, LA. Amen Love you All.
Sheila Martin
June 17, 2015
To the Stewart family and extended friends, you all have my deepest heartfelt Sympathy, Joe, Eartha ,Penny, Maria, Rosetta, Jeannie, Chris and Penny. I'am praying So GOD can give you strength thur this hard time, But GOD has Rooster now he has walk those Golden steps and have his wings, rest my great friend in Paradise, your gone but will never be forgotten, you smiling down on us, but it hurt so but lean on GOD , Love you and all the family sending much Love...
melina cooper
June 17, 2015
YOU WILL BE MISSED...
Tamara Spencer
June 16, 2015
YOU ARE TRULY MISS!!!!!
Carolyn Rose
June 16, 2015
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Showing 1 - 12 of 12 results
Make a Donation
in Roosevelt Stewart's name
Memorial Events
for Roosevelt Stewart
How to support Roosevelt's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Roosevelt Stewart's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
