James A. Stewart

MSgt James A. Stewart, USAF, Ret, age 69, of Gulfport, passed away on November 7, 2010 in Gulfport.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Elbert and Adah Stewart; and a brother, Charles Stewart.
He is survived by his loving wife of 49 years, Maxine Stewart of Gulfport; two children, Synthia Walker and her husband, David, of McHenry, and James E. Stewart and his wife, Stacy, of Lawrenceville, GA; three brothers; one sister; six grandchildren, James D. Stewart, Hayley Walker, Courtney Kelley, Abby Kelley, Jada Stewart, and Emma Stewart; and one great grandchild, Destiny Stewart.
Having served two tours of duty in the Vietnam War, he retired after twenty three years from the U.S. Air Force as a Master Sergeant. He was a big fan of country music, especially enjoying Willie Nelson classics.
The visitation will be held on Thursday, November 11, 2010 from 6:00 PM until 9:00 PM at the RIEMANN FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 11280 Three Rivers Rd, Gulfport. The funeral service will be held on Friday, November 12, 2010 at 11:00 AM at the funeral home chapel. Burial with full military honors will follow at Biloxi National Cemetery.