Robert Lee Steward

Robert Lee "Bob" Steward, 82, died at his home on Tuesday, September 8, 2009. He was born in Ottumwa, Iowa to the late Jay and Rose Marie Steward. He was preceded in death by his wife Jeanne; his daughter, Chantal Marie Grissom; and sister, Maxine Pedrick. After serving in the Navy, Bob graduated from both the University of Iowa and Iowa State University, had a fulfilling career in chemical engineering then retired from United Camp Corporation. He was a long time supporter of his community. From high school athletic boosters to the community pool and in later years the Golden Age Center, Bob was always there to lend a hand with whatever was needed. He was a dedicated family man who also enjoyed line dancing, traveling with friends, chess and bridge. He is survived by sons Marc Steward, Paul Steward(Valerie); daughter Michele Shuman (Rick); son in law Robert Grissom (Cindy). He is also survived by grandchildren, Maggi Lee, Nicole Shuman, Robert Grissom Jr., Christopher Shuman, Marci Steward, Andrew Steward and great grandchildren; Justin Cannon, Hunter Lee, Farrah Lee. Bob is also survived by his brothers; Jay Steward, Harold Steward, Thomas Steward, Marion Wayne and sister Margaret Rose Steward. A celebration and memorial of Bob's life will be held at the Windsor Forest Golden Age Center located within Windsor Forest Elementary School, 208 Briarcliff Circle, Savannah, Georgia on September 19th at 12 noon. In lieu of flowers donations are requested to Windsor Forest Golden Age Center, 208 Briarcliff Circle, Savannah, Georgia 31420. Please sign our on-line guestbook at www.foxandweeks.com Fox and Weeks Funral Directors, Hodgson Chapel