Robert Stewart Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Robert “Uncle Bob” Stewart, 80, a lifelong resident of Lake Lynn, Pa., passed away Saturday, February 13, 2016, in the Golden Living Center in Waynesburg, Pa. Born Dec. 4, 1935 in Lake Lynn, he was a son of the late Helen (Warman) and Charles “Farmer” Stewart. A faithful member of the Nilan Apostolic Church, he retired from West Virginia University, where he worked for 20 years in the maintenance department. He served briefly in the U.S. Marine Corps, was a fan of the Green Bay Packers, and enjoyed listening to his friends, Howdy Stull and Irving Rice, play music. He was known all over the area for his skill in playing horseshoes, and enjoyed playing with his longtime friends, Henry Chipps and Davey Doyle. Surviving is his sister, Mrs. Melvin (Mae) Strosnider, and his brother, James Stewart, both of Lake Lynn; Cody Rhome of Carmichaels, who he thought of as a grandson; and a number of loving nieces and nephews. Deceased are three brothers, Donald, Ralph and Delbert Stewart. The family will receive friends in the Nilan Apostolic Church, Nilan Road, Point Marion, on Saturday, February 27, 2016, from 5 – 7 PM. Memorial services will begin at 7:00 PM, with Rev. Charles Ruble officiating. Arrangements are in the care of the Richard R. Herod Funeral Home, Point Marion.

Robert Stewart

December 4, 1935 - February 13, 2016