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Iris Stuart Obituary
Laurel-Iris Jean Stuart, 59, of Laurel passed away on Tuesday, October 29, 2013 at her home surrounded by her loving family.
Born in Seaford, DE, on November 22, 1953, she was the daughter of the late Grover W. and Frances M. Timmons Hearn.
A Laurel High School graduate, Ms. Stuart also graduated from Converse College in SC with a Bachelor in Piano and a Minor in Voice. She received her Teacher's Degree from Ball State University in IN. Ms. Stuart had been Choral Director at Delmar Junior / Senior High School for many years.
She is survived by 4 daughters - Sara ( Daniel ), Rachel ( Joseph ), Lizzie and Julia ( Dan ); 3 brothers - Gary, Lonnie & Terry Hearn; 4½ grandchildren; several nieces & nephews.
Funeral services will be held at the Delmar Junior / Senior High School Auditorium, 200 N. 8th Street, Delmar, DE on Saturday, November 2, 2013 at 2:00 P.M. Pastor Brian Moss of Oak Ridge Baptist Church, Salisbury will officiate. Friends and relatives may call at the school auditorium from 12:00 noon to 2:00 P.M. on Saturday. Interment will be private.
Memorial donations may be made to Delmar High School Fine Arts, 200 N. 8th Street, Delmar, DE 19940 or Susan G. Komen for the Cure, Attention: Donor Services, P.O. Box 650309, Dallas, TX 75265 - 0309
Arrangements are in the care of the Hannigan, Short, Disharoon Funeral Home,700 West Street, Laurel, DE 19956
Online condolences may be sent to the Stuart family by visiting www.hsdfuneralhome.com
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November 2, 2013
Our prayers go out to all who are morning the passing of Ms. Stuart. She was an inspiration to all who knew her. I am especially grateful for sharing her passion with my daughter, Sara Miller. The talent was always there but it was Ms. Stuart that made Sara realize it. We will always remember Ms. Stuart's amazing strength and love for teaching. I believe that her spirit will live forever in the hearts of all of her students no matter who career they choose.
Love and prayers,
The Millers
Jeff, Angela, and Sara
Breann Weatherly
November 1, 2013
Hmm where to start , first year ever being in a school chorus was my 8th grade year , I was the shy type & she pointed that out quick lol , got my first solo that year :) , being in her class thru my high school years was the best experience I could have ever had , never truly saw a frown kn her face , & when ever we screwed up on a note she didn't hesitate to tell us lol, I could go on & on with story for days ... But she will truly be missed & for those who didn't get the chance to know her they really lucked out , I'm just great full that we crossed path , rip ms.stuart ,
Nancy Maner
November 1, 2013
I first met Mrs. Stuart during my senior year when I started attending Delmar High School. For the first time in my life, I believed that I could sing.I will never forget the woman who gave children their voice. Heaven must sound beautiful right now.
The Gibson's
October 31, 2013
Thank you for inspiring our children! Thank you for loving our children and teaching them that family isn't always blood. Prayers and sincerest condolences to all that were blessed enough to have met her.
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