"Jonie, my heartfelt sadness goes out to you and the girls. Dennis was so talented in so many areas but even with all of his talent he was humble. He was true to his word, a hard worker and a good friend. I shall miss him greatly. Ila and I will be praying for all of you."
In loving memory of
Dennis Wayne Stewart
April 9, 1957 - February 23, 2018
Mr. Dennis W. Stewart, 60, of Burlington, died at 8:40 a.m., Friday, February 23, 2018 at Great River Medical Center Emergency Room.
Born April 9, 1957 in Burlington, he was the son of Josephine Frances (Cicco) Stewart.
Dennis worked for Burlington Northern Santa Fe for 25 years starting as a journeyman and working his way up to certified electronic Technician, most recently taught at Carl Sandburg College as an Adjunct Professor for 4-years, and also worked at Hawkeye Group, General Electric, Mississippi Bakery and Naifeh's, Dennis along with his wife owned Elite Concrete Impressions and S&S Midstream.
His love was for woodworking, making curio cabinets, bowling at the Bowl Inn in his younger years, and spending time with his grandchildren. He was looking forward to spending time with his family in his new 5th wheel camper.
Dennis graduated from Burlington High School in 1975. He went on to SCC and received two degrees in Mechanical Technology & Electronics'.
Survivors include his high school sweetheart and wife Jonie of 42 years; daughters, Julie (Kevin) Newberry of Burlington; Jill Stewart of Mifflinville, PA; and two grandchildren Draven & Lilyanna Newberry whom he loved dearly; one brother, Frederick D. Stewart of Topeka, KS; and several Nieces and Nephews.
He was preceded in death by his mother Josephine.
The funeral service for Mr. Dennis W. Stewart will be 11 a.m., Thursday, March 1, 2018, at Lunning Chapel. Pastor JudyAnn Morse officiating. Interment will be at Aspen Grove Cemetery. Friends may call after noon on Wednesday, February 28, 2018. Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m.
A memorial has been established for the local Diabetes Association and the University of Iowa Eye Research Project Usher.
Tributes
"We are truly saddened by the passing of Dennis. He was a good man and will be missed by everyone that knew him. Please know that you are in our thoughts during this very tough time for you and your family Jonie. "
"My deepest sympathy to the family for your loss. May the "Father of tender mercies and God of all comfort..." be with you during this time of sadness. "Love is as strong as death..." Song of Solomon 8:6. (2 Corinthian 1:3-4) (Psalms 37:10-11) (Psalm 83:18) "
"Jonie, You and the girls and your entire family are in our thoughts and prayers! RIP Dennis. We had a lot of laughs and a lot of good times working on some floors together! Dennis always made the work fun for me, nothing but great memories! Mark Whalen "
"Jonie, Our thoughts and prayers are with your family, Jeff and Laura Steffensmeier"
"Our thoughts and prayers are with the family of Dennis Stewart
From Harold and Linda Baker
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"Jonie, Our thoughts and prayers are with you Debbie and Ralph Smith"
"Dennis will be greatly missed, prayers to his family."
"Throughout life our circle of friends change. Some, like Dennis Stewart, leave a lasting impression. I first met Dennis at Hawkeye Group. They hired him to help commission equipment all over the world. As part of his job he would have to do some welding. So for 3 days he welded on this platform that was one of the simpler things he would encounter. The end of the 3rd day the shop foreman pointed out he had welded a rec tube in the wrong spot, so he would have to grind it loose and move it. It only took 1/2 hour of grinding before he snapped and beat the platform into submission with a 15lb maul, he wasn't required to weld any more. That was the day I knew we would be friends. He always has an experience to share and would find humor in even the bad ones. We will talk again my friend, just not anytime soon."
"RIPStewy,Love you Aj and Cindy Kenney"
"Stewy was a great guy and will truely be missed."