Delma Gunter Stewart, 92, of Milton, Florida, went to Heaven on July 20, 2016.
Delma was born on November 3, 1923, in Wagner, South Carolina, to James and Hassie Gunter. Delma was a WWII Veteran Seaman 1st Class, cosmetologist, and hairdresser; and never met a stranger.
She is preceded in death by her husband, William J. Stewart; her parents, James Gunter and Hassie Gunter; one brother; and five sisters.
Delma is survived by her son, James "Jimbo" (Carol Ann) of Milton; daughter, Nancy (Brodie) of Dallas; son, Roger "Skipper" of Milton; granddaughters, Amber (Jason) Vaughn and Spring Stewart; great-grandchildren, Tristen Colley and Lauren Vaughn; numerous nieces and nephews; a special companion, Homer Hawkins; and friends, Faye Jones and Merna Richards.
A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, July 30, 2016, at St. Mary’s Episcopal Church, with Rev. Matthew Dollhausen officiating. Lewis Funeral Home, Milton, has been entrusted with arrangements.
Special thanks to those who helped with her care, Karen Edgar, Dr. Dennis Mayeaux, and Covenant Hospice nurses and staff, especially Jimiah, Roxanne and Barbara.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Alzheimer's Association (223 W. Gregory Street, Pensacola, FL 32502), Covenant Care (5907 Berryhill Road, Milton, FL 32570) or St. Mary's Episcopal Church (6849 Oak Street, Milton, FL 32570).