James Stewart

James C. "Stu" Stewart, 65, of Greensburg, PA, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by loved ones on Friday, October 2, 2015.

Stu is survived by his adoring wife of 41 years Jan Hostler Stewart, daughter Rachel Jones, son Brian Stewart, grandchildren Alyna Stewart, Jayla Jones, and Jaden Jones, son-in-law Vertus P. Jones, sisters Sandra Stewart and Linda Stewart Rambo(Bob), brother Gary Stewart(Karen) and numerous relatives, cousins, nieces, nephews and dear friends. He is the son of the late Clarence W. and Jeanne Stewart of Crafton, PA.

Stu was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin, friend, teacher, and coach dearly loved by many. He loved spending time with family, especially his grandchildren. Stu uplifted others with his sense of humor and his genuine interest in them. For over 40 years, he taught math and coached baseball, basketball, and football at Greensburg-Salem and Greensburg Central Catholic. He positively affected many lives through teaching and coaching with his wealth of knowledge, passion for sports, patience, and willingness to always give kids a chance. He was a tremendous role model and mentor for his family, students, athletes, coaches, and more. Stu retired from teaching in 2013, but continued to volunteer his time with the Greensburg-Salem baseball program and various sporting events. He was truly one of a kind.

Special thanks to friends, family, Stu's team of doctors and nurses, and the Excela Hospice team for their loving care and support. Also thank you to Kepple Graft Funeral Home, Inc. for all of the arrangements.

Visitation will be on Sunday, October 4, 1:00 - 4:00 pm and 6:00 - 9:00 pm at Kepple Graft Funeral Home, Inc., 524 North Main Street, Greensburg, PA 15601.

Stu will be laid to rest at the Lakewood Memorial Park in a private interment service Monday morning. A memorial service will take place Monday at 12:00 pm at the First United Methodist Church in Greensburg.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Relay for Life www.relayforlife.org or the Westmoreland County Food Bank 100 Devonshire Drive
Delmont, 15626.

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