Wallace Wayne Stewart

Born on September 18, 1941, in Houston, Texas, Wallace was the son of Frederick Alexander and Sarah Lee George Stewart. He grew up in the Houston area and graduated from Missouri City High School in 1959. Following graduation, he was awarded a full basketball scholarship to Texas Christian University.

Wallace later returned home to Houston, where he began working as a salesperson for R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Company. One unforgettable evening in 1964, at Dome Shadows nightclub, Wallace met the love of his life, Patricia Martino. The two were inseparable, and on November 3, 1968, they were married, beginning a beautiful life together that spanned 58 years.

Together, Pat and Wallace began raising six children before he ventured into business, opening Fountain View Fish Market, now known as Deepwater Seafood, alongside his uncle, Nick George. Wallace later worked in real estate with Red Carpet Realty. While Pat continued running the fish market, the two eventually went on to operate Clodine Rentals. Wallace also dedicated many years to Alief ISD before retiring.

Though Wallace wore many hats throughout his life, his heart always belonged to his family and his community. An enthusiastic sports lover, he generously shared that passion with others by coaching youth sports through the Alief Youth Association and announcing football games at the High School. In recognition of his dedication and contributions to youth athletics, Wallace was honored with the opportunity to throw out the first pitch at an Astros game.

His love of sports never faded, and one of his greatest joys was being an active PawPaw, faithfully attending his grandchildren's sporting events and cheering them on every step of the way. Wallace also had a special way of making everyone feel like family. He was lovingly known as Papa Stew. Over the years, his home was always open, welcoming countless children who grew up knowing they had a place there. His warmth, generosity, and welcoming spirit made their home a place where kids loved to gather, and where so many found a second home in Wallace.

Above all else, Wallace was a devoted family man who absolutely adored his wife, children, and grandchildren. To those who loved him, he was their miracle man. For more than 20 years, Wallace faced significant health challenges related to diabetes. Time and again, even when things seemed most difficult, he found the strength to fight his way back, determined to have a little more time with the people who meant everything to him. His resilience, determination, and unwavering love for his family will remain an enduring part of his legacy.

Wallace was preceded in death by his parents, Frederick and Sarah Stewart, and his brother, Ronald Lee Stewart.

Left to cherish his memory are his beloved wife of 58 years, Patricia Martino Stewart; his children, Wayne Stewart and wife Elizabeth, Gina Grayum and husband Mike, Shelley Castleberry and husband Bryan, Fred Stewart and wife Dana, Jennifer Campos and husband Jose, and Ashley Cavazos and husband Michael; and his grandchildren, Bryce, Isabella, Prezlie, Jaden, Reagan, Beck, Jori, Riley, Aleecia, Anthony, Juliana, and Vincent.

Wallace's life was defined by the love he gave, the community he served, and the family he treasured. He will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing and loving him.