Name: Viewing for Romney McGill Stewart
Start: 2015-11-21T01:00:00.000Z
End: 2015-11-21T03:00:00.000Z
Location: Larkin Sunset Gardens - Sandy

1947 ~ 2015
Our husband, father, grandfather and uncle passed away peacefully at his home Friday, November 13, 2015.
Romney was a man of unwavering faith and character and uncompromising principles. He was a fun-loving, dedicated, and supportive husband and father. He possessed many outstanding qualities and someone that carried a discernable light. He was born in Washington D.C. to George R. and Iva Mildred Stewart on February 15, 1947. He and his older brother spent their childhood in Arlington, VA while his father worked for the US Congress. The Stewart family then moved to Downey, CA where Romney graduated from Downey High School, lettering in football and participating in student government.
Romney attended Cal State University at Long Beach, then left after his sophomore year to serve a church mission in Scotland. Upon returning to school, he served as Regional LDSSA President and joined the Army National Reserve where he served for six years. After graduating with his B.S. degree in Business Administration from Cal State, he then attended graduate school at Brigham Young University where he met his eternal sweetheart, Mayrene Grange, whom he married in the Salt Lake Temple. Romney graduated from BYU with a Master's degree in Public Administration.
Romney worked in California in various management positions for the City of Long Beach, for five years; followed by nearly 29 years working in a number of divisional management positions for Salt Lake County, including Dir. of Solid Waste Management. After his retirement he enjoyed working as a substitute teacher for the Granite School District.
"Papa Bear" was an avid outdoorsman and loved spending his summers at the family "ranch" in Woodland, Utah; where he created fond family memories of fishing, hiking, swimming, horseback riding, playing horseshoes, and spending time with extended family. Romney was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints where he served in various leadership capacities in both family and singles wards, including Bishop of the Mt. Olympus 5th Ward. He also enjoyed his time as a volunteer working in the Draper Temple.
Romney was preceded in death by his parents, Brother Charles, (Jamie), two grandchildren Macy & Isaac, and his in-laws Russell D. and Helen F. Grange. He is survived by his wife Mayrene and their four children; Romney M. Stewart II (Kristin), Rachele S. Morgan (Reggie), Cameron G. Stewart (Amy), Charlene Barber (Matt) and niece Taylor Stewart.
A viewing will be held at Larkin Sunset Gardens on Friday, Nov. 20 from 6 - 8 p.m. The funeral service will be held on Saturday, Nov. 21 at 2 p.m. at the Newcastle Ward at 2180 East Meadowlark Way (9020 So) in Sandy, UT with a viewing prior to the service from 12:30 - 1:30 p.m. Internment will be at Larkin Sunset Gardens, 1950 E. Dimple Dell Rd. (10600 So) in Sandy, Utah. Online condolences: www.larkincares.com

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Published by Deseret News from Nov. 18 to Nov. 20, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for Romney Stewart

Sponsored by Larkin Sunset Gardens - Sandy.

17 Entries

Russ Grange

July 23, 2021

I miss ya, man.

Joyce Young

December 6, 2015

I was so very sorry to hear of Romney's passing. It's been nearly 20 years since I worked with him in Salt Lake County, but I often thought of him with great fondness. Romney was one of the best bosses I ever had during my career. He was the perfect combination of kindness with encouragement to reach father and try harder. He was a very fine man and I'm sure he will be greatly missed. I hope that in time, your memories will bring you great comfort. Warmest wishes and blessings to all who loved him.

John Hiskey

December 2, 2015

Mayrene,

I apologize to you and your family for my tardiness in expressing my appreciation and admiration that I hold for Romney. I just learned of his passing and wanted to be sure to share my thoughts. During the time I served as Public Works Director for Salt Lake County, Romney was the Deputy Director. I will never forget the courtesy and support he extended to me despite the fact that he was a seasoned veteran and I was brand new the department. He went out of his way to share with me his vast knowledge and I doubt there was any other person in the state more knowledge about the complexities and challenges in operating a land fill in an urban county. He exhibited the same courtesy to all of his colleagues and took great care to be responsive the concerns expressed by the public. I knpw that his passing is very difficult for you and your family. However, there is comfort to be found in remembering his strong testimony of the Savior and he is now sharing his talents in another realm. May God bless each of you with comfort.

John Hiskey

Lou and Debbie Moench

November 24, 2015

Saturday was a multifuneral day, so a message must suffice. We of the Mt. Olympus Stake were so fortunate to have had the Stewart's with us. You were pillars of spirituality, stability, friendship, and good cheer. We admire Romney so much for his part in keeping the ward, neighborhood, stake, and county afloat. From all appearances, he had discovered the secret to happiness. It must have been Mayrene. What a blessing to the Stewart Ship to have been Romney's stewardship. We were a bit surprised to see him on this page just yet, but assume it's because heaven needs a manager. Condolences to you all.

November 23, 2015

Dear Mayrene,
I'm so sorry I couldn't the funeral. I hope all went well and I hope all your children were there for you.
I love you dear friend and hope we can get together soon.
Much love, Patti

November 22, 2015

Dear Mayrene and family,
We will all miss sweet Romney very much. His beautiful smile always brightened our days when he came to visit. I'm grateful for a lifetime of memories of him at the ranch. We will all miss him greatly. We love you. Nancy and David Pahnke

Diana Harper

November 21, 2015

My love and prayers go out to your family at this time. I know that the wonderful memories will carry you through the sadness you are feeling right now. I appreciate the opportunity I have had to associate with Romney, Mayrene and family. May God bless you.

Randy adnd Vickie Morgan

November 20, 2015

Dear Mayrene,

I must share a memory of you and Romney I treasure. When Reggie and Chele came back from their honeymoon the four of us went to their apartment to watch them open wedding gifts. As I remember we were sitting on the floor. You and Romney and Randy and I started talking and laughing so much that the kids finally had to ask us to pay some attention to them!

We visited Romney the day before we left on our mission. We are so glad we were able to spend some time with him. We are praying for your and your sweet family.

Gerri Sheffield

November 19, 2015

So sorry to hear of Romney's passing. I remember him saying often how much he would rejoice when he could meet the grandparents he had never known. My prayers are with you and your family at this time.

Mike Dunn

November 18, 2015

So sorry to hear about the passing of my uncle Romney. Although decades have gone by, I often reflect on the wonderful times spent with him and Grandpa Stewart at the ranch. My thoughts and prayers are with the rest of the family at this time.

Heather Grange

November 18, 2015

I love Romney! I NEVER saw him without a smile on his face! You are right! He is a man of principle, ALWAYS coupled with love! He is the stuff Heaven is made of, I'm sure!

Steve Smoot

November 18, 2015

Romney was my fishing idol at the ranch as a child. We will all miss him & that great smile. Much love and best wishes to Mayrene and family.

Steve & Jill Smoot Family

Reggie Morgan

November 18, 2015

I have the great privilege to call Romney my Father-In-Law. For the last 18 years I have been a part of the family and always felt welcome and loved. Both Romney and Mayrene have treated me like their own son. I am a better man to have known Romney and spent time with him in so many situations. I will miss you at the ranch and in my home. I will miss you always complementing my children, telling them how beautiful they are. You will be missed. Please give Macy and Isaac a big hug and kiss form their daddy.

Dick Jorgenson

November 18, 2015

I went to BYU with Romney. He was a great student, friend and person.

So sorry for your loss, but what a great legacy he left.

Anita Shiner Tromp

November 17, 2015

Dear Mayrene and family, We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved husband and father. The memory that stands out to me was when you (Mayrene) and I were both living south of campus at BYU. I remember you had just gotten your new engagement ring and how excited you were about that and about the prospect of marrying this wonderful man. You were right. He was a one of a kind gem. -- Anita Shiner Tromp

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