Stewart, Sterling R.

Sterling Ralph Stewart, 97, of Christiansburg, passed away on Monday, February 2, 2015. Sterling was born in Floyd County. He is preceded in death by his parents, James W. Stewart Sr., and Mary Magdalene Terry Stewart.

Also preceded in death is his wife, Luisa Baviera Stewart, daughter, Beverly Lee Stewart, and great-grandson, Ariston Thomas Stewart. Also preceded in death are his sisters, Dora Stewart Price, Virgie Stewart Love, one brother, Elliott (Jake) Stewart.

Sterling Ralph Stewart is survived by one brother, James W. Stewart of Christiansburg; three sons, Ralph N. Stewart of Christiansburg, John H. Stewart of Christiansburg, and Irland (Toy) J. Stewart of King, North Carolina; two daughters, Elvera L. Stewart Harris of Atlanta, Georgia, and Flora F. Stewart of Los Angeles, California. Sterling is also survived by 10 grandchildren; about 10 great-grandchildren; and a host for nephews; nieces; and friends.

Sterling Ralph Stewart served over 20 years in the United States Army in the supply/transportation/support division during World War II and the Korean Conflict.

Funeral Services will be Monday, February 9, 2015, at 11 a.m. at Gardner Funeral Home, Floyd, with interment to follow in Stuart Cemetery with military graveside rights by VFW Post 7854 and American Legion Post 127. Friends may call after 6 p.m. Sunday at Gardner Funeral Home where the family will be from 6 until 8 p.m. Online condolences may be made at www.gardnerfuneralhomefloyd.com. The family is being served by Gardner Funeral Home, Floyd, (540) 745-2007.