Nina Eloise Stewart, 67, a life-long Deerfield Beach resident and pioneer, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on 8/7/2016. Born on 1/14/49 in West Palm Beach to Lonnie and Jacklyn Stewart, Eloise was a devoted daughter, sister, aunt, cousin and valued friend to all who knew her. She was a graduate of Pompano Beach High School and Broward Community College, and a retired Registered Nurse. Eloise was a member of the Deerfield Historical Society and a life-long champion of animals. Some of her fondest memories revolved around times spent in old Deerfield; she truly had Deerfield in her blood. She is survived by her sister, Ann (Rich) Rossman, nephews Rich (Beatrice) and David (Suzie) Rossman, great nephews Daniel Rossman, Blaine and Ryland Millsap, great niece Raquel Rossman, numerous cousins and many valued friends. Visitation is from 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday, August 11 at Kraeer Becker Funeral Home in Deerfield Beach. A service will be held the following day, Friday, August 12 at 11 a.m. at Kraeer Becker Funeral Home, 217 E Hillsboro Blvd, Deerfield Beach.