Alexander J. “Alex” Stewart, 84, of Pottsville passed away Sunday evening surrounded by his loving family at his residence. Born September 16, 1933 in Pottsville, he was the son of the late Alexander and Laura E. (Evans) Stewart. He was a high school graduate from Overbrook School for the Blind, Philadelphia. He was the owner of Stewarts Concessions for 45 years. He was also a black belt. Alex was a member of Greenwood Hills Fire Co., Pottsville Lions Club, and Pulaski Masonic Lodge No. 216. He was 32 degree mason, proud recipient of the York Cross Honor, and past president of the PA Blind Merchant Guild. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his sister, June Maskerines and grandson, Kevin Stewart, Jr. Alex is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Nancy L. (Hawley) Stewart; son, Kevin Stewart and his wife Elizabeth; daughters, Nancy Kimmel and Cindie L. Vidal and her husband Robby; eight grandchildren, and fifteen great grandchildren. He is also survived by sister, Ann Oler and several nieces and nephews. Funeral Services will be held 11am on Wednesday, June 6, 2018 at Schlitzer Allen Pugh Funeral Home, 515 W. Market St., Pottsville, with Pastor Jack Murray officiating. Family and friends may call from 9AM until the time of the service at the funeral home. Interment will follow at Schuylkill Memorial Park, Schuylkill Haven. Please visit SchlitzerAllenPugh.com to leave a condolence for the Stewart family.
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Alexander J Stewart September 16 1933 June 3 2018 (age 84). Schlitzer-Allen-Pugh Funeral Home
Death notice for the town of: Pottsville, state: Pennsylvania