Myrtle Myrick Stewart

Myrtle Stewart, 99, of Stanton, died on Monday, February 18, 2008, at her residence. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM Thursday, February 21, 2008 at the First Baptist Church of Stanton with Rev. Mike Harris officiating. Interment will follow at Evergreen Cemetery in Stanton. She was born on May 17, 1908, in Knowles, New Mexico and married Ted Roy Stewart on December 22, 1935 in Courtney, Texas. He preceded her in death on June 24, 1994.Mrs. Stewart was a long time member of Courtney Baptist Church and later moved to Stanton and became a member of First Baptist Church Stanton. She was a fine lady who loved her grandchildren and could be heard humming her favorite church songs while she worked. Survivors include two daughters, Alice Capps of Pleasanton, and Kathryn Stewart of Stanton; one son, Ted Stewart of Stanton; 6 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. She was also preceded in death by her parents 3 brothers and 4 sisters.The family suggests memorials be made to the charity of ones choice. Arrangements under the direction of Gilbreath Funeral Home of Stanton. Online condolences can be made at: www.npwelch.com,