Gary Curtis Stewart

Gary Curtis Stewart was born on December 15, 1948 to Melvin Curtis and Betty Joyce Stewart. He was the eldest of four children. Gary attended Central High School in Galveston, Texas where he dominated the football field, earning him the nickname “Hawk.” In the position of wide receiver, it was said he could see the ball coming from a mile away. In the year of 1967, Gary graduated and later enlisted in the United States Army. His decorations/medals include the National Defense Service Medal and Marksman Rifle.

Post military service Gary joined the Galveston County Sheriff Department where he served until retirement. During that time, he married his soulmate, Lula Mae Stewart in 1982. To this union a baby girl, Gara Lynn Stewart was born. Gary also accomplished receipt of his Associate Degree in the area of Criminal Justice from College of the Mainland in Texas City, Texas.

Gary lived a life of service both on and off the job. Service to his country, service to his community, and service to his family. He was always there when you needed him… truly one of a kind. He was well respected and loved dearly. Gary loved Jesus and believed there is a master plan. “Don’t worry” he would say, “God has a master plan.” He was the epitome of love and a role model to many.

Gary leaves to cherish his loving memories and precious gifts: wife, Lula M. Stewart; daughter, Gara Lynn; son-in-law, Brandon Keith Hayes; two grandchildren, twin boys Brandon Curtis Hayes and Keith Turner Hayes; sister, Jacqueline (James) Redic; brother, Deon Curtis (Regina) Stewart; uncle, Lenoris (Bernice) Stewart; a host of nephews, nieces, cousins, family, and friends.

Gary was preceded in death by his father, Melvin Stewart; mother, Betty Stewart; grandparents, Namon and Mattie Stewart (paternal) George and Ethel Wilson (maternal); sister, Debra Ann Shorts.

Visitation will be held Friday, September 10, 2021 from 1:00PM to 2:00PM with a Celebration of Gary's life beginning at 2:00PM in the Chapel of Forest Park East Funeral Home, 21620 Gulf Fwy, Webster, TX 77598. Immediately following, he will be laid to rest at Forest Park East Cemetery.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.ForestParkEast-FHC.com for the Stewart family.