Clarence E. Stewart, 94, of Milford, formerly of New Haven, departed this life on November 8, 2019.
Mr. Stewart was born in Richmond, VA on June 20, 1925, a son of the late Roosevelt Stewart and Kelsie Stewart.
Prior to retiring, he was employed as a Radar Technician at the Federal Aviation Administration. Mr. Stewart received an honorable discharge after serving in the Army and Air Force during WWII.
Clarence was a well known jazz musician and was a member of the Jazzmasters.
He leaves to cherish loving memories, daughters, Judith Eldemire and Cheryl Corey (Michael); a son, Ronald Waller (Sylvia); nine grandchildren; nine great grandchildren; two great-great grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by a son, James F. Stewart; a brother, James F. Stewart; a sister, Bertha Waller; and a granddaughter, Temperance Olivia Stewart.
A memorial service to celebrate Mr. Stewart’s life and legacy will be held Monday, November 18, 2019, at 11:00 a.m. at Curvin K. Council Funeral Home, 128 Dwight St., New Haven. Interment of his cremains will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
Dad, I will miss you forever.
Judi,
Sorry for the loss of your father, my prayers are with you and your family.
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It is strange to not have my Uncle around. I have many fond memories of him. He taught me to appreciate jazz and sneaked me into jazz clubs when I was too young to legally go inside. He counseled me about boys and was always in my corner. I especially remember one Christmas morning when he awakened my brother and me to hurry to the door to see Santa, who had just left< As we ran to the door, he convinced us that we could hear the sleigh bells and Santa's Ho, Ho, HO. Such a vivid memory. He used to take us camping and persuaded us to eat hot sauce sandwiches without winching and have contests to see who could hold their breath the longest. He was a great Uncle and my Mother's baby brother. They are now, all three back together again!!
I’m so blessed to have you as my dad. You’ve always made me feel like everything would be just fine and it is. When I think about your stories, jokes, the way you point at a pot when you know you’ve cooked something great, no words, just point, it just makes me laugh. When I think about the day we went ice skating and the look on your face as you slid past me, on your back, I still giggle. And, thank you for effortlessly getting me through the rough times when my mom was ill without a hiccup (road trip). Thank you for being my dad. All of the time you’ve spent with me and my family will give us many wonderful memories that will always warm our hearts. I love you and will remember you, forever. Cheryl aka (SUGARFOOT)
So sorry for your loss. I can fondly remember all the advice he gave me as a young man and that strong image. Sleep well sir you have earned your rest