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Charlotte Ewart Obituary
Charlotte Fischer Ewart, 43, died unexpectedly January 26, 2011 after a brief illness. Charlotte was born on February 4, 1967 in San Antonio. She graduated from Westlake High School in Austin, where she was an accomplished cross country runner and figure skater excelling in regional competitions. She graduated from Rice University with majors in English and Political Science in 1989 and received a JD from the University of Texas Law School in 1992. A woman of boundless energy, she took an eight-month leave of absence during her second year of law school to perform with Walt Disney's World on Ice in Japan and the United States, but still finished her studies on schedule with her class.
After law school, she became a member of the Texas Bar and practiced at the Houston law firm of Ireson & Wizell. In 1999, she became an in-house attorney at ICO, Inc. In 2001, she was promoted to general counsel and in 2002 she added the duties of corporate secretary and was a member of the management team. She regularly traveled to the Middle East, Europe, South America and the Asia Pacific for her legal practice.
While she was an accomplished lawyer, in her spare time she taught a wide variety of weight training and group exercise classes at the Houston Downtown YMCA and Trotter YMCA, where she developed an enthusiastic following. She also ran numerous marathons in Houston, San Antonio and Boston as well as half-marathons and 10-k runs.
In 2005, she married Norman Ewart and they had two children, Alex Frederick, now twenty two months old, and eight month Nina Renee. She is also survived by stepson Thomas Michael Ewart of Austin, parents Jeanne and E. Fred Fischer of Round Rock, Texas, and a brother, Jason Fischer of Los Angeles, and grandmother Nora Hage Serur of Austin.
Charlotte exhibited an unabashed joy for living that few people will ever possess. She was an amazing teacher, role model, friend, wife, mother, daughter and sister. Her many friends are invited to share remembrances of Charlotte from 5-8 p.m. on Friday, January 28 during visitation at the Bradshaw-Carter Funeral Home, 1734 West Alabama Street. A celebration of her life will take place at 11 a.m. Saturday, January 29 at First Evangelical Lutheran Church, 1311 Holman Street, with interment immediately following at Magnolia Cemetery of Houston, 816 Montrose Blvd., and a reception afterwards at Bradshaw-Carter Funeral Home.
Serving as pallbearers at Saturday's service are Thomas Ewart, David Hardacker, David Riddell, Phillip Eisenberg, Andy Karsner, and Edward Cianella.
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Annamarie Plummer
December 16, 2012
Norman, I am so very sorry for your loss. Prayers
Karen Yore
August 30, 2012
Jeanne, Fred, and Jason, I am in utter disbelief at your loss of Charlotte,. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Karen Yore
Andrea Ehlers
December 25, 2011
I have just learned of Charlotte's passing & I am so very sorry. We were suite-mates at Rice during her first year and Charlotte was very dear to me. She was part of my wedding party and I even stayed at her parents' house once during a road trip. She was truly special. My heart goes out to her husband and children, especially that the children will never fully know her and her unique personality. I know that Charlotte is still with them in spirit, looking out for them.
Alicia Badeusz
August 3, 2011
I am so sorry to hear about Charlotte's passing. I used to ice skate with her in Austin before she got accepted to Rice. She was a beautiful skater and such a nice and friendly person. My thoughts are with your family and her little babies.
Anke and Hart Rosenkavalier
May 15, 2011
Norm, Jeannie, Fred, Family
and all Friends:
We are so sorry for your sudden loss. Charlotte was such a vibrant person with a big inspirational heart for us all. She hosted the best parties and spread positive energy everywhere. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the children.
Kristin Landry
February 18, 2011
Charlotte's Family and Friends,
I'm so sorry for your loss. I didn't know Charlotte personally, but she was just the nicest Body Pump instructor. She was inspirational to all of us that wanted to be healthier and more fit. It was a joy to be in her class. I send my prayers to you all.
February 18, 2011
Jeanne, Fred, and Jason -
What sad news to hear of Charlotte's death, and while I did not personally know her, you kept me informed of her progress in life from her high school days and through her advanced studies, and I realized that she accomplished so much in her shortened life, and was a wonderful person. As a family, your life will never be the same without her, but we pray that you will gain the necessary strength from your faith in God to continue on in your lives and to be the best grandparents & uncle she would want you to be.
~The Stan Hall Family of Kansas City, Missouri
Lisa Mason-Pinedo
February 9, 2011
Norm-
We were completely floored by this news. We know that you are completely devastated. Take one day at a time, putting one foot in front of the other. Look in those babys' eyes to see Charlotte every day. We love you and are praying for you.
Lisa, Lora and Vivian
Mason Dental Team
Kelly Lesser
February 8, 2011
I am shocked and saddened to have heard this terrible news. While I have not seen or talked to Charlotte in years, Charlotte was always a person that I looked up to. She was a wonderful person all around. She will be forever missed.
Omar and Sharron Fink
February 7, 2011
Fred, Jeanne, and Family,
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your beautiful daughter. We will keep you in our prayers, and I will celebrate her life along with others that have been loved and lost. God Bless You and the entire family. If there is anything we can do, please just let us know. God Bless.
Omar and Sharron
Gail Butler
February 7, 2011
I was a regular in Charlotte's step class at the downtown Y and saw her occasionally in recent years at the Trotter. I was shocked to learn of her untimely passing. She was a truly amazing person who had more energy and life than anyone I've ever known. I remember talking with her before she had her first baby. She was looking at my kids, who were little themselves at the time, and I could tell then how much she wanted to be a mother and how wonderful she would be. My heart goes out to her husband and babies.
February 3, 2011
Jeannie, Fred and family
We are sorry to learn of the loss of your daughter Charlotte. We will keep you in our prayers.
Ginger and Bill Boyd
February 3, 2011
As the secretary/coordinator of Will Rice College, her residential college at Rice University, it was my good fortune to see Charlotte almost daily. I remember her as being a lovely, bright girl who always was friendly, smiling, and energetic and who enjoyed the company of her many friends. She will be missed.
My heart goes out to her husband, children, family and all who loved her.
Babs Willis
Karl Nordquist
February 3, 2011
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Charlotte. Please accept my prayers and condolences for Norm, the children and family.
Paul Ott
February 2, 2011
Fred and Jeanne,
I always admired your obvious pride in your lovely and talented daughter. The shock of her untimely passing is beyond words, and my heart breaks for you, as one parent can only imagine you feel. I pray for God's comfort and peace for you and her precious family, during this most difficult time.
In God's Great Love,
Paul
Norma Luffy
February 2, 2011
Six short years, but it seems like a lifetime. As Charlotte's Mother-in-law, I was as happy and proud as a mother could be of Norm for being blessed with such a special lady. She gave me my first grand-daughter after 5 grandsons, truly miraculous. At four months of age, she brought her beautiful son Alex to visit me in San Francisco. It was a lawyers' convention at the hotel next to my building and Jeanne had a room on the second floor with Alex and Norm & Charlotte were on the 21st floor. We had lunch in Jeanne's room one day & Charlotte showed us all of the tricks she had taught Alex to do.
At 22 mos., Alex now recites the entire alphabet: "A is for apple . . ." because while feeding him, Charlotte would have him read from a flash card before giving him his food. A blessed, beautiful - extremely tasteful and intelligent and talented human being. She was the "Angel without Wings" and an inspiration to me to go back to step aerobics at age 73, which saved my life. Thanks be to God for Charlotte Ewart. My undying love & devotion.
Mary Jo Hagelgans Caudell
February 2, 2011
Jeanne and family - May God bless and ccmfort you during this difficult time. Am so sorry for your loss.
Amber Clark
February 1, 2011
Norm, my heart aches for you as you go through this difficult time. I am praying for you and your family. The LORD is close to the brokenhearted; he rescues those whose spirits are crushed. (Psalm 34:18. I pray that you will have hope and that you will feel God's closeness during this difficult walk. Love, Amber Clark
Tri D Nguyen
February 1, 2011
Charlotte was an amazing unique individual; she left such an impression on all of her friends, colleagues and others.
We would like to express our deepest sympathy to Norman, the two children and Norman's family.
Alfredo Scaroina
January 31, 2011
Norman,
I would like to express our deepest condolences on behalf of my wife Ingrid and I.
I cant find enough words to express how sad we are feeling. We pray for you, your beautiful children and your entire family... We pray that God gives you strenght and comfort in knowing that she forever will be your guardian angel watching over each one of you smiling...every minute of the day for ever...for eternity.. Endless blessings and warmth, Alfredo and Ingrid Scaroina
Fred Wagner
January 31, 2011
Norman:
I want to again express my deepest sympathy to you and Charlotte's family at the news of her sudden passing. I cannot imagine your grief at this time, but hope that you will take comfort in the memories you have of her, and in the knowledge of the number of people whom she touched in her life. I will always be grateful for the years she and I spent working together as colleagues at our first firm, and for her continued friendship for the years that followed. God comfort you and bless you in this sad time. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Norman Ewart
January 31, 2011
Our family gratefully appreciates the very kind words, thoughts, support, and prayers for the loss of my love and wife, Charlotte. She will be deeply missed.
A memorial fund has been established in Charlotte's memory benefiting the Museum of Fine Arts Houston program for Contemporary Arts- more information is available from Wade Wilson 713-521-2977. A "Caring Bridge" site will be set up to support the family's needs during this difficult time. Contact [email protected]
With deepest appreciation,
Norman
January 31, 2011
Norm,
I am so sorry for you and your children, my heart goes out to you.
Nancy Cundiff, Houston, Texas
Gina Henderson
January 31, 2011
I will always remember Charlotte's VIBRANT energy and her BIG heart! I still remember the good old days when she hosted us in her Rice loft in downtown. Eventually, she became my neighbor in Midtown in the early 2000s. I feel so sad. We will all miss her.
Rich Egan
January 31, 2011
My condolences on your loss. Charlotte sat next to me for the first year of law school (F follows E) and I enjoyed her personality and outlook on life/school. A fond memory of many from our law school section is when she took a large group of us out to Northcross Mall to teach us skating. You are in my prayers.
Kathryn Johnson
January 31, 2011
I worked with Charlotte years ago at ICO. She had so much energy and the cutest bounce in her walk! She will be missed. My prayers are with Charlotte's family.
Ken Smtih
January 30, 2011
I met Norm while working at Coastal. I was always impressed by his great love for his son. I know he will have had the same great love for his wife and all his children, and this love will see them through their lives ahead. Your grief is beyond my comprehension, but the joy of the life you lived together will endure, give you strength, and bring you joy. You are all in my prayers. - Ken Smith
Dana Kervin
January 30, 2011
To Charlotte's family and friends, you have my deepest sympathy. I knew her from Fit Athletic where she taught the Saturday morning Chiseled class. What a light and positive force! I'm terribly saddened by her sudden departure from this earth. May her family and friends be comforted by her warmth and love.
Dana Kervin
January 29, 2011
I want to express my sincere sympathy to Charlotte's family and friends. I knew her through the classes she taught at Fit athletic. She was so upbeat and positive. She will be missed.
Charles Garibay
January 29, 2011
Charlotte,
Your Beauty , Smile and endless Energy will never be forgotten.....
You are a Rock Star shining brighter than ever !
God Bless ....
Charles Garibay
Mary Ellen Aylward Wolf
January 29, 2011
My memories of Charlotte & Amy bring me smiles! Charlotte was an amazing friend, could not even begin to keep up with whatever fun idea those two cooked up and that was almost 20 yrs. ago. Charlotte was an amazing young woman!
Janice Fassetta
January 29, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss. Charlotte was a very remarkable and amazing person.
God be with you.
Marie-Laure Carvalho
January 29, 2011
Norman,
My deepest condolences. Like many others I was shocked to hear the news. We have not been in touch as much since I moved to Austin but I always have fond memories of Charlotte. My thoughts are with you and the children.
Theresa Tanchak
January 29, 2011
I was shocked to hear news of Charlotte's passing. What a terrible loss to so many. I met Charlotte at the YMCA where over many years I looked forward to her weekly step and Power Pump classes (as well as her humor and wit). I’ve since moved to London and have often thought of her (in my search for an instructor offering anything close to Charlotte’s brilliant choreography). She surely will be missed.
Margo Thompson
January 29, 2011
Norman,
My deepest condolences for your loss. How shocking--my best thoughts are with you and your family.
Warmest regards,
Margo
Lisa Dawson
January 28, 2011
To Norm, Jason and the rest of Charlotte's family, I am so sorry for your loss. This news is especially shocking because Charlotte was one of the most vibrant people I have ever met -- just bursting with life and energy. Please know that my thoughts are with you.
Jerry Bray
January 28, 2011
I moved to Houston in 2001, joining the Lake Houston Y. Being a step enthusiast, I took classes there, but heard talk of an amazing step instructor at the Downtown Y. After attending my first class with Charlotte, I was committed to learning how to teach myself.
Although I was teaching classes now,
I continued to take Charlotte's classes, and was always amazed at her ability to teach a perfectly choreographed class. She was a true pro.
My thoughts are with Norm and the children. May God bless you.
Debbie Rollins
January 28, 2011
I remember when Charlotte first joined the Downtown YMCA team. She was an amazing instructor and a pleasure to work with. My prayers go out to her family and friends. May God bless all of you.
Diane Baker
January 28, 2011
I grew up in Wilmette, Il. skating with Charlotte at Centennial. She was an awesome force (and always smiling and friendly!) We had lost touch over the years but, that doesn't lessen the sadness I feel for your loss. My heartfelt condolences to everyone that knew Charlotte. Diane (Cossarek) Baker Littleton, Colorado
Brian Potter
January 28, 2011
What a beautiful spirit, she will be sadly missed. My heartfelt condolences to Norman and the family.
Tara Haire
January 28, 2011
Although I did not have the pleasure of becoming close friends with her, I thought Charlotte was an amazing talent the first time I met her, a few rows back at my first step class at Trotter. I was in awe of her energy and precision. I hope her children will hear wonderful stories about her for all of their lives, and my whole heart goes out to her husband, family, and friends.
David Taylor
January 28, 2011
Norm, may the peace and comfort that only God can give surround you and the children in these days and in the months and years ahead. Charlotte was one-of-a-kind, a person who positively impacted everyone around her. Please know we are praying for you and the children and the family during these difficult days.
Ginger Kenney
January 28, 2011
Norm, I am so sorry for you and your children. My heart goes out to you all.
Maura Brady
January 28, 2011
Norm, please know how sorry I am for your loss, and that I'll be thinking about you and your children in the weeks and months to come.
Donna Duplichan Kouwe
January 28, 2011
Norm, I am so sorry. My prayers thoughts are with you and your children. I remember running into you shortly after you met Charolotte and how much you bragged about her many accomplishments
Shanna Finucane
January 28, 2011
Charlotte was a true inspiration to me. I first met her at the Houstonian when she attended one of my fitness classes. I knew immediately she was a professionally trained athlete because of her amazing energy and attention to technique. A small thing that I adored about her was her cute little walk. She had a certain bounce that made me smile. I think the bounce was because of the overwhelming joy that filled her heart from being a new mom and wife. She just told me last week how blessed her life was as she held little Nina in her arms. I pray for her precious family to feel the Lord's peace and love embracing them.
Larry Christie
January 28, 2011
Charlotte was the most energetic, focused, and capable person I have ever known. I will miss her as a friend, a neighbor, an instructor, a legal councilor, and a supporter of great causes (some of which she even managed to drag Deborah and me to, for which I will be forever thankful).
January 28, 2011
Dear Charlotte, thank you for all fun times as my fitness friend...For us whom you left behind we might only find some comfort in knowing:
" YOU ARE thousands winds that blow, softly falling snow, gentle showers of rain, the starshine of the night, flowers that bloom, birds that sing...in every lovely thing...And you say ; "Do not stand by my grave bereft..I am not there...I have not left..." (E.Frye)
Your sad friend ,
Cecilia
Patty Sollars
January 28, 2011
My heartfelt condolences to Norm and his family.
chris lawless
January 28, 2011
My deepest sympathies to Norman and the children. Charlotte was a remarkable spirit, a source of boundless energy and contagious love of life, never failing to make me smile instantly. She will be missed by many....Chris Lawless ( Houston, TX)
Pamela Gilreath
January 28, 2011
My prayers go out to her family and friends. May God bless this family.
Fiona Siemelink
January 28, 2011
Gone Too Soon ~ Thank you Charlotte, for your love of and commitment to the health and wellness world: so many lives benefitted from your contageous enthusiasm for group exercise. You will be missed. Rest in Peace.
Mario Rios
January 28, 2011
My condolences to the family. She was a great co-worker and fitness instructor. M Rios. YMCA / USDC TX Southern
Eva O'Brien
January 28, 2011
Charlotte was one of the brightest, most energetic and vivacious women I have ever had the privilege of knowing. I will miss her enthusiasm, her smile, and her friendship. My heart goes out to Norman, her children, and her family.
Begonia Lopez & Victor Melton
January 28, 2011
Charlotte welcomed us to Houston and introduced us to almost everyone we know there. She had a huge positive impact on our lives and we'll miss her tremendously. Our love goes out to all her family and friends.
Begonia & Victor
Tammy Hall
January 28, 2011
I am so sorry to the family of Charlotte for their loss. I knew her when she was the lawyer at ICO as I am an employee of Bayshore Industrial. May God give you comfort at this time of great loss and may God bless her sweet children.
a friend
January 28, 2011
An unabashed supporter of the arts as well as women's health – I hope her daughter carries forth her strength and her heart.
Ron Nykiel
January 28, 2011
Charlotte was my neighbor for many years when we were "pioneers" buying our first lofts in regentrified Midtown. She was one of the first people to invite me to the "pool party" she had in her driveway and made me feel immediately welcome. I was in awe of her amazing energy, outgoingness, and of course the spinning disco ball in her living room. Condolences to her family and friends.
Carol Munn
January 28, 2011
Charlotte was the most amazing woman. I worked with her but she was also my friend. I have never known a more upbeat, energetic, healthy and intelligent person in my life. She was fun to be around and her energy was contagious. Watching her as she discovered the joys of motherhood was amazing. She will be missed and my prayers go out to Norman, Thomas, Alex and Nina.
beverly berry
January 28, 2011
She was an incredible woman and friend and will be missed. Her energy would
light up a room. Beverly Berry
Angela Taylor
January 28, 2011
I knew Charlotte initially as a professional when, as a lawyer based in England, I had the pleasure of advising her in relation to legal proceedings over here. I like to think that we became friends and I was looking forward to seeing her on her planned visit to the UK in July this year.
Her loss is immense and my heart goes out to her two small children and Norman. The children will never know what a wonderful vivacious person has been so cruelly torn from their lives.
Angela Taylor Northampton England
Gena Murphy
January 28, 2011
Mr. Ewart and family -- I am so sorry to hear about Charlotte. I did not know her very well. I met her only a few times many years ago through one of my best friends. I only remember that great big smile and how much she seemed to enjoy every day of life. She is an inspiration to all of us and makes us realize how precious every day is. I will keep your family in my prayers.
Vera Keahey
January 28, 2011
I know Charlotte from teh Houstonian,not a close friend but someone
that loved when she was working out next to me. Love her energy and smile.
Vera Keahey
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