He is survived by his beloved wife of 57 years, Nancy, his loving children; Kathleen Sisco, David Stewart Jr. and his wife Tonya and Jean Marie Stewart and her partner Lisa Robertson, and his cherished grandchildren; Scott Stewart, Brett Stewart and Nicole Sisco. His brother Robert Stewart as well as his brothers-in-law, Sal Tuzzeo and George Tuzzeo and his sister-in-law Marielaina Mullin and her husband Dale, his many nieces and nephews and his many childhood friends also survive David.
David worked as the Director of Operations for Foodtown. He then went on to own two IGA supermarkets, one in Saddle Brook, NJ and the other in Garfield, NJ.
Upon retirement, he and his beloved Nancy moved to Waretown, NJ. David was an active man; he lived his life to the fullest. While living in Waretown, he was on a bowling league and a bocce league. He was a member of the Glee Club and will always be remembered as their most jovial member. He was an avid Mets and Jets fan. He was a reader. He enjoyed travelling. Amusement Parks brought a smile to his face as well as ice cream. He enjoyed listening to the 50’s DooWop. Being near the Ocean brought him such peace. He had many fond memories of trips to Chincoteague, VA. with his dear friends
As much as he enjoyed being involved in his many interests, his greatest joy in life was his family. He loved and cherished his family above all else. His all-time favorite moment was when he would sing Elvis’s “Can’t Help Falling in Love With You” to the love of his life, Nancy. He was a faithful man, to God, to his Nancy and to his family. He will be greatly missed by all.
A Memorial Mass will be held 11:15am Saturday, March 27 at the Church of the Presentation, 271 West Saddle River Rd, Upper Saddle River, NJ, with a 1:00 interment to follow at George Washington Cemetery, Paramus, NJ
His family will always remember him as being a most generous person, giving to many charities.
In lieu of flowers, donations in David’s name may be sent to a charity of your choice.
The service will be lived streamed for anyone who is unable to attend. The link for the live stream is as follows: https://www.churchof presentation.org/funeral-ministry/
To leave online condolences and fond memories of David for the Stewart family, please visit www.shinnfuneralhome.com
The Thos L. Shinn Funeral Home, 10 Hilliard Dr., Manahawkin, NJ was entrusted with the funeral arrangements.
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