of Mayflower, DC
January 28, 1937 - February 7, 2017
Franklin Doyle Stewart, Sr., 80, was welcomed at the gates of heaven on February, 7, 2017, after a valiant battle with illness. His devotion to his wife and children and his love for his Lord Jesus Christ supported him throughout his life and his final days, as he continued praying and singing songs of praise while in the hospital.
Frank was born to the late Elmer Fillmore Stewart and Martha Tirpitz Stewart Bailey in Camden, Arkansas, on January 28, 1937.
He began preaching when he was 14 years old and became a licensed minister, pastoring churches in South Carolina and Arkansas. He retired from the U.S. Navy as a Petty Officer 1st Class.
Frank married his high-school sweetheart, Doris Jean Crawford, on September 7, 1958, and he was a faithful, loving husband for 58 years. His children remember him as a kind, gentle man with a love for his Lord Jesus Christ, a passion for the gospel, and a deep love and pride in each of their accomplishments. He had a great sense of humor and loved to laugh. Frank was a member of Christian Life Church in Maumelle, Arkansas.
He will be dearly missed by his loved ones. Frank is survived by his wife, Doris; his children and their families, Derenda and Mick McCook, Lynne and Titus Lindsay, Frank and Shari Stewart, and Elizabeth and Ron Myers; his precious grandchildren and great-grandchildren; two brothers, Gerald and John August; and many nieces and nephews.
He is preceded in death by his sister, Gracie, four brothers, and his parents.
Frank's funeral is scheduled for Monday, February 13, 2017, at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home in Conway, Arkansas. Visitation begins at 12 (noon), and the service begins at 1:00 p.m. His pastor, the Rev. Don Richardson, will officiate the service. The interment, with full military honors, will be held at Arkansas State Veteran's Cemetery at 11am Thursday February 16th. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Frank's life.
The family would like to thank the doctors, nurses, and staff at Conway Regional Medical Center for their efforts and dedication.
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6 Condolence(s)
45 Security Forces Squadron Alpha Flight
Sunday, February 12, 2017
Dear Doris and Family
It is with great sadness that I reach out to you today in response to the death of Franklin D. Stewart, Sr. Death is always a time of great sorrow, and on behalf of everyone here at 45 Security Forces Squadron Alpha-1 Flight, I want to let you know that Franklin will be in our prayers for you and your family.
Our deepest condolences,
TSgt Thomas N. LaRosa Jr.
45 Security Forces Squadron
Alpha-1 Flight
Gerald &Edythe Stewart
Thursday, February 9, 2017
Always felt welcomed at Franklin Stewart home. Appreciated so much his family research he recorded on DVD.
His brother and I will miss him..especially his smile when he won Skipbo😊
Gloria Dell Stewart-Johnson
Thursday, February 9, 2017
Aunt Doris and Family,
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to you all.
It always was a happy feeling I would get when I'd hear, Uncle Franklin and Aunt Doris are coming to visit, as a child.
You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
SHERRY CHASTAIN
Thursday, February 9, 2017
Elizabeth & Family,
My heart and prayers go out for you. I know you really
loved and honored your Dad very much. I ask Jesus to wrap His loving arms around each of you during this season of grief.
May Jesus brings fun and precious memories back to your minds and hearts and keep them there forever. I know you all will be together again in Heaven one day. He was a true and faithful Man of God fisherman of men and fish.
Respectfully with great sorrow,
Sherry L. Chastain
Marion Fletcher
Wednesday, February 8, 2017
Doris, my prayers for you and your family on the loss of your husband. Remember the memories and keep the faith as you know he is singing with angels.
Sandy Reeves
Wednesday, February 8, 2017
Lynne, I'm so sorry for your loss. I can see that your dad was a very honorable man and most of all a Christian. God be with all you during this time. You and yours are in my prayers.