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EDWARD STEWART Obituary
EDWARD L.
Age 83, of Crafton, suddenly in church on Sunday, November 13, 2011. Beloved husband of Mary Gannon Stewart; loving father of Eileen Cox, Joan (Robert) Vanucci, Maureen Stewart, Sarah (Pat) Capolupo, Constance (Ricardo) Rivero, Dr. Timothy (Pamela) Stewart, Terence (Marilyn) Stewart, Stephen Stewart, Charles Stewart, Clare Maloy and Kerry Ann Stanish; 31 grandchildren; four great- grandchildren; brother of the late Mary Joan Dowds, Constance Zehnder and Suzanne Lutz; also survived by many nieces, nephews and friends. Ed was a WWII veteran with the USMC and a special agent with the FBI for 25 years. He was in charge of security for J&L Steel, prior to forming his own private security consulting firm (Quality Investigations). He was the mayor of Crafton for 16 years and continued on Boro Council until present, a member of American Legion Frank R. Kirk Post 145, also a longtime member of the NRA. Family and friends received Tuesday and Wednesday 1-3 and 6-8 p.m. at the SCHEPNER - McDERMOTT FUNERAL HOME INC., 165 Noble Ave., Crafton. Requiem High Mass 9 a.m. Thursday in St. Boniface Catholic Church, E. Street, N.S. (EVERYONE PLEASE MEET AT CHURCH.) Ed was devoted to the traditional Latin Mass and was well noted for being a longtime choir director. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions to the Crafton Public Library, 140 East Bradford Ave., Pgh., PA 15205.
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January 10, 2012
Mary & family,
I hope you see this as it's been a while since Eddie died. We just found out as my Mother passed away on Dec. 31 and Aunt Suz told us. No one let us know or we would have definitely come to see you. Our prayers are with you. Eddie was such fun.
Love,
Roberta & Skip Hutchens (Dixon)
Roy Speer
November 27, 2011
To Mary and Eileen I have know Ed since 1972 when I worked on his bureau car. I had great respect for Ed and know everyone who meet him did as well. He will be missed by all. My sympathy and prayers go with you.
B.J. & Helen Rogers
November 23, 2011
To the Stewart Family, God Bless you and you are all in my prayers. Your Dad was a great man!!!
Many Blessings,
Robin Anthony
November 22, 2011
My sympathies to the Stewart Family who lost a beloved husband and father, and to the Borough of Crafton, who lost a respected community leader. The greatness of his legacy will not only be in what he built during his lifetime, but in how well we soldier on without him.
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jim and ginny harshman
November 22, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
JEFF PAWLOS
November 19, 2011
DEAR STEWART FAMILY,
WE ARE VERY SORRY TO HEAR OF MR. STEWARTS PASSING.HE WAS A TRUE CRAFTON GUY.WE LIVE ON KINGSTON AVE.WE JUST FOUND OUT ON FRIDAY.MR. STEWART HAS HELPED US AND OUR FAMILY ALOT OVER THE PAST FEW YEARS.HE CARED MORE ABOUT THE CRAFTON COMMUNITY THAN ANYONE THAT I'VE EVER KNOWN.WE JUST WANTED TO SAY TO THE WHOLE STEWART FAMILY.GOD BLESS AND KEEP ALL OF YOU.MR. STEWART WILL BE SADLY MISSED.HE WAS A FRIEND TO EVERYONE.IF THIS WORLD HAD MORE ED STEWARTS IN IT.IT WOULD BE A BETTER PLACE.AGAIN.OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU.
WITH OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY
JEFF & TONNA PAWLOS
Chuck Vukotich
November 18, 2011
Mr. Stewart was a tremendous man, for whom I have the greatest respect. My sympathy goes out to all his family. Crafton has lost a concerned and caring leader.
It was an honor to be able to work with him.
Chuck Vukotich (former Borough Manager of Crafton)
Troy and Aafke Loney
November 18, 2011
Connie, Rick and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
All our love,
Marybeth DeSantis
November 16, 2011
Dean and family, Iam so sorry to hear about your dad. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
God Bless!!
Marybeth DeSantis (Maroney)
John & Karen Mc Carthy
November 16, 2011
Dear Mary and family. Our deepest sympathy. Ed took me under his wings along with Dan Dunn and Larry Bria and showed me the ropes. There will never be another one like him. Will never forget the get togethers and good times
Ray Allen
November 16, 2011
Sympathy & kindest regards to the Stewart family & friends wherever they may be. God bless one & all. I worked for Commissioner Dunn; hope you're mending 1000% in the long run, Larry! Regards to Carole, Bill, etc. Special memories of Ed & many others. What a wonderful legacy! Crafton will still be Crafton, but it will never be quite the same! Take care & God bless one & all!
Janet Kastroll and Alex
November 16, 2011
Connie and family, we are so sorry for the loss of your Dad. Please know that you are in our prayers in your time of sadness.
Peg Sherwood
November 15, 2011
Dear Clare and family, My deepest sympathy in the loss of your father. I have so many great memories of spending time at your house when we were kids. You are all in my prayers.
Earl Freilino
November 15, 2011
Dear Mary,
I was very saddened to learn of Ed's passing and extend my deepest sympathy to you and your family. Ed's devotion to duty, his patriotism, and the warmth of his friendship and outreach greatly inspired me during my FBI career and beyond. When Ed walked through the office, his smile, enthusiasm, and U.S. Marine “can-do” attitude provided an instant morale boost. I know the blessings of this outstanding man will continue to find expression in the children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren whom Ed and you so lovingly nurtured, as well as through the great circle of friends to whom Ed endeared himself. I am deeply grieved that you and your family suffered this great loss and send my dearest thoughts and sympathy to you all.
Allen Herrle
November 15, 2011
The Stewart family and Crafton have lost a good man. Ed had a great life and was an honorable gentleman. He was a model for all men. He also went in a way we can only wish for friends and loved ones. Many enjoyed his existance and all are sorry to see him leave.
The PAC Tour
November 15, 2011
To Tim and family. We extend to you our deepest sympathies over the loss of your father. You are in our thoughts, hearts and prayers.
Michael Killmeyer
November 15, 2011
Stewart Clan- I would like to share my heartfelt condolences with all of you. Ed was a great guy and he will be missed. Crafton just won't be the same.
Kevin Contreras
November 15, 2011
My deepest sympathy and condolances to the Stewart Clan. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Marlene Wohleber
November 15, 2011
Dear Mrs Stewart and family
My sincerest sympathies in the loss of Ed. I was very honored to know him and to work with him during several campaigns for pro-life candidates.
I pray that his eternity is spent with the Sacred Heart of Jesus and His Queen Mother. Requiem aternam dona eis, Domine
November 15, 2011
Our prayers are with your family. Thank you for all devotion to family and community. You made Crafton a better place!
Diane and Anthony Battaglia
November 15, 2011
I remember his devotion to his family, community and to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. We will try to be like him in these ways.
The Minahan Family
November 15, 2011
Dearest Mary and all of your Family,
May all the happy memories of Ed console you during this difficult time. Ed made such a difference in the lived of all of us who knew him, he will be missed. Much love and prayers that your memories give you strength.
Lori Mixon Keller
November 15, 2011
Mrs Stewart and Family, My deepest condolences. Ed was a great man. I remember Him scaring me on Halloween and pulling out a shot glass to my Dad. My Dad buying Rockin Rye for my Graduation Party for Him. The live Turkeys at Thanksgiving. And most of all, everytime we flooded He was there and tried so hard to get the Boro to do something about it. I am really going to miss Him! My heart goes out to all of you!
ann minahan
November 15, 2011
Dearest Mrs. Stewart and family - my prayers are with you now as always.
Carl Hunt
November 15, 2011
To the Stewart Family - Ed has touched so many people's lives. He gave selflessly to the community. I'm so honored to have known him and raise my kids in the same house he grew up in. I pray that God's grace will strengthen you during this time. With great love and sympathy, Carl.
The Chamberlin Family
November 15, 2011
Our deepest sympathy & prayers are with your family during this difficult time. May God's Grace give you all strength now and always.
Hugh Duffy
November 14, 2011
Dear Mary and all your family,
Our hearts are so sad hearing of Ed's passing. Please know you all are in our prayers.
With deep love and sympathy ,
Pat and Hugh Duffy
April Weitzel
November 14, 2011
Dear Stewart Family,
Rarely are we in the presence of someone admirable like Ed Stewart.
It was my honor and pleasure to have known Ed and worked alongside of him on Crafton Council. Crafton was lucky to have him as its leader and moral compass for so many years. We will miss Ed deeply.
April Weitzel and Family
Larry Dunn, former Allegheny County Commissioner
November 14, 2011
To the Stewart Family,
I was very sorry to hear that Ed had passed away. He was one of the most honorable gentlemen that I have ever had the privilege to know.
When I became Chairman of the Allegheny County Board of Commissioners in 1996, one of the first appointments I had the opportunity to make was nominating Ed, then the Mayor of Crafton, to the Board of Directors of the Port Authority of Allegheny County. He served in that role with great honor and distinction, always standing up against the vested interests, and voting for what was best for the people of Allegheny County.
I truly regret that I cannot pay my respects in person, but after delivering the eulogy at my Mother's Funeral on October 15, I tripped while stepping down from the podium. My left hip was shattered when I landed on the Alter, and I am currently undergoing extensive rehabilitation.
My thoughts and prayers are with Ed at this time.
November 14, 2011
Mr stewart has been a fixture in Crafton for as long as i can remember growing up. Im sorry to hear the news of his death. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends at this sad time.
Patti Laepple(crafton)
John Billigen
November 14, 2011
To Ed's family. He was truly a great man and will be missed dearly by many. God I pray that you will look after his family during this time of need and welcome Ed home to Your heavenly home REST IN PEACE ED
JOHN AND TIM BILLIGEN
Don Little
November 14, 2011
May God help you to find solice in this trying time! Ed was a fine gentleman, I am proud to have known him!
Keith Dreshman
November 14, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family through this heartbreaking time. May God bless and keep you and your family in his care now and forever.
Jack Freiwald
November 14, 2011
Mary and Family,
Extending my deepest sympathy in the loss of your loved one. Ed was a true gentleman and highly respected by Agents of the Pittsburgh Office of the FBI. May the many happy memories you have of good times together help you through this difficult time.
Jack Freiwald
FBI/Pittsburgh Division (Retired)
Chuck Haus
November 14, 2011
Mrs. Stewart & Family,
With our deepest sympathy you are in our thoughts and prayers. One of the finest men I have ever had the privelege of knowing.
The Haus' Chuck, Mary Jane, Ben & Jackie
Richard Carter
November 14, 2011
Mary and Family,
My sympathy to you and your family. May God give you strenght at this time.
Richard Carter Crafton Class 1946
Royce Wilhelm
November 14, 2011
Tim, Pam and to all of the Stewart Family,
Our prayers, sympathies and condolescences are with all of you during this difficult time.
Elayne and Royce Wilhelm
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