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James D. "Jim" Stewart

James D. "Jim" Stewart

  • September 29, 1926 - February 27, 2011
  • Crane, Texas
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“Just heard of Jims passing. Thoughts and prayers with the family. Enjoyed visiting with Jim and Frances in Ruidoso. God bless. ”
1 of 21 | Posted by: Charlie Cloud - Granbury, TX

“Dear Stewart Family, Please accept my condolences on behalf of myself and NEA-New Mexico, the organization Jim led in 1965 under the name of NMEA....Read More » ”
2 of 21 | Posted by: Eduardo Holguin - Santa Fe, NM

“Dearest Frances and Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you as we all grieve the death of Jim. You have always been such a sweet, uplifting,...Read More » ”
3 of 21 | Posted by: Bob and Sue Rivinoja and family - NM

“444 to 440 VIP. Jim, you were always there when I called, when visitors needed assistance, and when our wonderful Persimmon Gap needed an extra...Read More » ”
4 of 21 | Posted by: Mark Herberger - Washington, DC

“Frances, I feel so fortunate to have gotten to know you two in Big Bend, for the shared dinners at Persimmon Gap (I believe I had my first poppers...Read More » ”
5 of 21 | Posted by: Pat Grediagin

“Frances, Lucille, Priscilla, & Dr. Tom, We are so sorry about your loss. We know that the wonderful memories you have of Jim, your husband and Jim,...Read More » ”
6 of 21 | Posted by: Carolyn & Norman Raymond

“Frances, What a loss for your family and everyone who knew Jim. I know how difficult it is for your kids to lose a wonderful father. I often think...Read More » ”
7 of 21 | Posted by: Terry Russell Roberts

“Frances, What a loss for your family and everyone who knew Jim. I know how difficult it is for your kids to lose a wonderful father. I often think...Read More » ”
8 of 21 | Posted by: Terry Russell Roberts

“Dear Frances, I am so sorry to learn of Jim's death. Meeting both of you was one of the highlights of my time in Big Bend. I can still remember that...Read More » ”
9 of 21 | Posted by: Gene Krane

“Hi Ms. Stewart - I'm very sorry to hear of Jim's passing. He, and you, were such a pleasure to work with, the both of you were such positive,...Read More » ”
10 of 21 | Posted by: John Forsythe

“Dear Frances: I'm grateful that I got to talk to you and Jim in January. You have always been rays of sunshine. The greatest thing about working and...Read More » ”
11 of 21 | Posted by: Alisa Lynch

“So sorry to hear about Jim passing away. I will remember his support of students and sports events. I remember riding with him and Frances to...Read More » ”
12 of 21 | Posted by: Bob & Wanda Buffington

“We are so sorry to hear of his passing. Jim was a wonderful person. I wish we were closer so we could attend the services. Our prayers go out to...Read More » ”
13 of 21 | Posted by: Travis & Susan Simmons

“We are sorry Frances for your loss. God bless you and comfort you. Love, Bill & Colene Stone ”
14 of 21 | Posted by: Colene Stone

“Frances and family, I am sorry to hear of Jim's passing. As you recall, I was with BBNHA for 5 years during the time you and Jim were volunteers. I...Read More » ”
15 of 21 | Posted by: Carl Robinson

“Dear Frances, How very saddened we are to hear of Jim's death. We hope you are surrounded with loved ones and friends. You both were such good...Read More » ”
16 of 21 | Posted by: Steve and Kay Houston

“Frances, I got an email from Alisa Lynch telling me of Jim's passing. I miss everything associated with Big Bend, especially the dedicated...Read More » ”
17 of 21 | Posted by: Cathy Dominguez (Cuevas)

“Jim was a wonderful person with a great sense of humor. I always enjoyed visiting with him and Frances. My deepest condolences go to the Stewart...Read More » ”
18 of 21 | Posted by: Mary Kay Manning

“Francis I have such wonderful memories of you and Jim, especially sitting on your front porch in Marathon. He was a wonderful guy and it makes me...Read More » ”
19 of 21 | Posted by: Cary Brown

“My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow. Francis, you are often mentioned in our family because you were Alan's favorite...Read More » ”
20 of 21 | Posted by: Betty Curry

“Hi Francis, I am so sorrow for your loss. I know how hard it is to lose a loved one. I still grieve the loss of Bill. May God bless and be with...Read More » ”
21 of 21 | Posted by: Betty Hargus


JAMES D. "JIM" STEWART

CRANE: James D. "Jim" Stewart, 84 of Crane, passed away on Sunday, February 27, 2011 at the Crane Memorial Hospital.

Memorial services will be held at 4:30 pm on Wednesday, March 2, 2011 at the Crane High School Auditorium with Reverend Dr. Jim Miles officiating.

A second Memorial service will be held at 11:00 am on Thursday, March 3, 2011 at the First Presbyterian Church in Fort Stockton with Reverend Dr. Jim Miles officiating. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Shaffer-Nichols Funeral Home of Crane.

Jim was born on September 29, 1926 in Breckenridge, Texas to James Thomas and Edith Lucille Toland Stewart. Jim attended Crane High School and graduated from Breckenridge High School. He received a Bachelors of Science degree from Hardin Simmons University; and his Masters degree from Eastern New Mexico University. Jim was a US Navy Veteran and served in WWII in the Pacific Theater.

Jim married Frances Smith on August 20, 1948 in Abilene, Texas. Jim taught in Artesia, New Mexico for one year and in Hobbs, New Mexico for thirty years. He served as the President of the New Mexico Classroom Teachers Association; President of the New Mexico Educators Association; and was a member of the Board of Directors of the National Education Association.
Jim and Frances worked as volunteer park rangers in the Big Bend National Park for thirteen years.
Jim was an ordained Deacon and ordained Elder in the Presbyterian Church.

He is survived by his loving wife, Frances Stewart of Crane; his two daughters, Priscilla Covey and her husband Hank of Quartzsite, AZ, and Lucille Vaughan and her husband Steve of Midland, TX; one son, Dr. Thomas Stewart and his wife Jill of Edgewood, NM; 10 grandchildren; and 7 great-grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the Crane ISD Student Activity Fund.