"Bob was a wonderful person. He brought light into the lives of all those he knew. He always had a positive, happy, uplifiting spirit that he shared with others. We loved the visits and time we spent with him. I really enjoyed the golfing outings with Bob. He was a joy to play with, even when things didn’t go as planned on the course. He, like most golfers, enjoyed a game that could never be mastered, and he accepted that, but he immensely enjoyed the challenge along the way. The same way we should all live the life we have. We love him and will miss him. Our love to everyone. Travis Heflin Anne Heflin Kelsey Heflin Brandt Heflin"
In loving memory of
Robert Stewart
Robert "Bob" Stewart died October 14, 2012 at the age of 74. He was born November 4, 1937 in Yankton, South Dakota. Bob graduated from Yankton High School in 1956 and attended the University of South Dakota where he had a basketball scholarship. During his college years he was also in the National Guard and the Beta Theta Phi Fraternity. Bob married his wife, Judy Mortensen in 1962 and remained married for 50 years until his death. He owned and operated Yankton Title Company for 35 years, auctioneered for 15 years and owned rental property. He also owned a sodding business for "a little extra beer money" and was a member of the Elks Club and the Yankton Quarterback Club. Bob loved golf, hunting and fishing. Years later when the grandkids arrived, they brought him such special joy!! During his retirement years he loved golfing 4-5 days a week with Herm, Ted and Julio, attending all Arizona State University sporting events and frequent trips to Hawaii. Bob was so loved by his family and friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Chet Stewart and mother, Francis (Jorgensen) Stewart. He is survived by his wife, Judy of Scottsdale, AZ; daughter, Debbie (Ken) Orkin of Gilbert, AZ; son, Greg of Yankton, SD; sister, Mary (Dale) Hacecky of Yankton, SD and grandchildren, Jacob, Samuel, Emma and James, all of Yankton, SD. The family asks that you not send flowers however any donations to the American Cancer Society in the name of Bob Stewart are greatly appreciated. www.cancer.org
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"Judy, Debbie and Greg...sending all our aloha to you and your families during this challenging time. Bob was always such a inspirational and positive individual to be around. His laugh and sense of humor and smile will always be remembered. Our love to you! Mark, Sherry, Ryan, Aaron and James"
"Judy, Debbie & Gregg Our prayers go out to you. Bob was a great friend. I remember all the work he put into the "Yankton Group" that came to the Phoenix area every year. All we had to do was to show up. Everything else was taken care of. We all also appreciated all the work Bob put into the Pro_Am for all those years. Bob will be missed by all that had the pleasure of knowing him. Jeb & Judy Christensen Yankton"
"I love u husband an miss u so much"
"Dear Judy, Debbie, Greg and families, We were so sorry to hear about Uncle Bob’s illness and death. What a great picture you chose for this website. The picture was just the way I remember Uncle Bob. Seeing Bob’s wonderful big smile brought back many memories of his laughter and warm humor. He really lit up the room with that smile. I remember visits to Yankton. When Uncle Bob came home, he would greet us with his big voice and big bear hugs. What a great way to be welcomed! I will miss him. Please know that each of you are in our thoughts and prayers. We send our love and bear hugs to you. Love, Elizabeth, Ron, Sara and Joshua Snider (niece and family)"
"Bob was a wonderful, kind, and the most caring man with a quick wit and he loved to tease. Gary played golf with him many times throught the years and always had fun with Bob. Bob gave our 2 little greatchildren the thrill of their lives as he played Santa for them at our house. They would tell all their friends Santa came to see them in person...what a beautiful gesture. That’s the kind of man he was. He will be sorely missed by all BUT especially his loving wife of 50 years, Judy. Bob, you are in God’s hands now and no more pain will you to suffer......just golfing."
"My parents (Skeeter and Kay Brown) told us of Bob’s passing and we are so sorry to hear that he is gone. I remember meeting with you for lunch with my parents and being quite pregnant and Bob saying, "there is no denying it, you are definitely pregnant." Scott always enjoyed talking with you when you came into Outback and was saddened to her he passed away. He is definitely smiling down on everyone!"
"Judy and Family: I recall earlier days and the fun we had. I emailed Bob recently about our history and the good times. He wrote expecially speaking of Bev who died way too young. Bob was a fine guy. Best to you. John P. Blackburn"
"We all miss Bob So much."
"bob i love you deeply and know you are in a better place. thank you for my wonderfull life. i love you. judy (wife"
"Dearest Judy, Debbie, Greg and Family, You are in our thoughts and prayers today and everyday. What a wonderful family you are. We know the joy and zest for living your Bob shared with all of the family. He loved you so. All who knew and loved him are saddened by his passing. Oh, how we miss him. He left behind such a big hole...his presence, his laughter, his big smile with humor and sparkle in his eyes, his love, his sharp business mind, his wonderful gift of friendship and generosity, and his caring across the years of his life. He was an inspiration to all of us and we give thanks for his life. May the good Lord hold each of you, his family, in the palm of His loving hand. Nancy and Ken Heflin and Family"
"I am so blessed to have had such a wonderful, wonderful dad. I always felt so special and so safe in life because of my sweet, sweet dad. I just miss him so much. He was so kind and so generous....and always had a beautiful smile on his face. Life just doesn’t feel the same to me without my dad. I love you and miss you, dad. Heaven has a special spot for you. I pray that i have and will continue to make you proud of me. I love you, dad. I promise to look up to the heavens and smile at you every day. Rest peacefully."
"My thoughts and prayers go out to all family members. I have some great childhood memories and am so sorry for Bob’s passing . I know he was a wonderful husband and a best friend to Judy. And yes, he is in a better place. Sonia Nolte"
"Judy, Debbie and Ken, Greg and Family. Our prayers are with you at this time. Our children when they were little have wonderful memories of Bob’s sense of humor and Holidays with Bob. How he loved playing Santa Clause. Judy always said Bob treated her like a Queen and I admire the Loving Kindness he gave you Judy my Sister. God Bless All Of You. Janet and Gail"
"We were very saddened to see your loss. I remember when Bob was an auctioneer and lived in the Yankton area. You are all in our thoughts and prayers ~ may you have many memories to look back on and enjoy."
"Judy, I am glad I got to know you and Bob better in our travels back and forth to Sx Falls. So sorry to hear of Bob’s illness and passing. I am sure the good Lord needs a pleasant auctioneer and golfer. Our deepest condolences."
"Judy, Greg and family, I am so sorry to hear about Bob’s illness and passing. We have such wonderful memories of baseball with our boys and all the wonderful years in Yankton sitting on those hard bleachers. I will continue to keep all of you in my prayers. God Bless, Ann Martin"
"Bob will always be Cherokee to me, one of the first friends i had in Yankton. He was a talented athlete and a smart businessman even as a teenager. We had a lot of good times together (maybe too good at state basketball tournaments!) and i can still hear his great laugh. God bless Cherokee. Tom Brokaw"
"Hello to the Stewart family. My family lived two houses down from the Stewarts on Pine Street in Yankton, and Chet and Bob used to bring the ponies home to take all the neighborhood kids on wagon rides or sleigh rides in the snow. And Mary sometimes let the little neighbor girls tour her playhouse. What great memories of life on Pine Street! My brother just sent me a picture of one of the wagon trips with Bob at the reins, and I’ll send it to you if you like. Just e-mail me or call me. Godspeed to Bob. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Jean Novotny, Phoenix"
"I too will always remember Bob as Cherokee. We had some good times our senior year of High School (GPMO) and the years we spent in Yankton after Kay and me were married. I always appreciated that you agreed to be our Best Man. You always treated us with respect and that ment a lot to us. You will be missed by us both. Rest in peace Cherokee."
"Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time."