Stewart "Stew" Marshall Jotham

Stew was the beloved husband of Patricia (Petker) for over 56 years, and a devoted father, guiding light and best friend to his children, Sean, Kelley (Cory McKeown), and Matthew. He was a loving Grandpa to Mia and Adam Jotham, and a cherished step-grandpa to Morgan (Daisy) Papineau-McKeown, and Jax and Taia McKeown.

He is also survived by Shannon Noble; his sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law Lynda Jotham, Dave Ruetz, Ron and Betsy Petker, and Gary Petker; and his many nieces and nephews, all of whom will fondly remember him.

Stew was predeceased by his parents, Myrtle and Cecil Jotham, his brother Bryon Jotham, his mother-in-law Irene Petker and father-in-law Bernard Petker, his niece Jan Ruetz, and his sisters-in-law Linda Petker and Judy Ruetz.

Stew was a proud and dedicated police officer with the City of Guelph, serving the community for over 33 years and retiring with the rank of Inspector. He is remembered with a smile and a story by many former colleagues, his extended family, and many friends.

The family extends heartfelt thanks to the Elliott team of doctors, nurses, PSW’s and support staff for their kindness and care over the past three years, and to Dr. David Cranmer and his team for their care during the time prior. We also thank our family and friends for their support and for the many visits shared with Stew at the Elliott.

A funeral will be held on Friday, January 2nd, 2026, at Gilbert MacIntyre & Son Funeral Home – Hart Chapel, 1099 Gordon St, Guelph, at 11:00AM. A Visitation and Reception will follow from 12:00-2:00PM. Stew will be remembered for his love of a good chat and plenty of laughter, and we look forward to sharing stories and celebrating our dad’s life together.

As per Stew’s wishes, cremation has taken place and interment will take place at Memory Gardens, 2723 Victoria St. N., in Breslau following the reception at 3:00PM

In lieu of flowers, donations to The Elliott Community, the Guelph Humane Society, Canadian Cancer Society, The Legion, or any first responder support organization would be appreciated by the family.