Michael G. Stewart

Palmyra: Passed away on Monday, October 8, 2018 at the age of 68.  Michael was born to the late Lucille and Karlyle Stewart on September 30, 1950.  Michael was predeceased by his wife Ann Stewart; sister, Mary Richard and brothers, Johnny and Tommy Stewart.  He is survived by his daughters, Kiley Stewart and Lindsey Winder; grandchildren, Noah Stewart and Arianna Kramer; siblings, Pat Smith, Edith Stewart, Anne McArthur, Charles (Sandra) Stewart, Phyllis Lester, Fran Stewart, James Stewart; nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

Michael was retired from the United States Army after serving from 1971 until 1987.  He was a history buff and he shared this passion with his grandson Noah.  He enjoyed spending time with his grandkids, playing poker on Mondays with the guys and watching the grass grow when it rained with his granddaughter Arianna.

Family and friends are invited to gather for a time of visitation on Friday, October 19, 2018 from 3-5PM at the Murphy Funeral & Cremation Chapel, 1040 State Route 31, Macedon, NY 14502.  In Lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Michael may be directed to the Wounded Warrior in Action, c/o Mary Lou Reisdorf, 2391 Murphy Lane, Macedon, NY 14502 (Please make checks payable to WWIA and reference in memory of Michael Stewart); or the Wayne County Humane Society, 1475 County House Road, Lyons, NY 14489.  Please click on the guestbook at www.murphyfuneralservices.com, to light a candle, share a condolence, or upload a photo.

Wayne County Humane Society
1475 County House Rd., Lyons NY 14489
Tel: 1-315-946-3389
Web: http://waynehumane.org

WWIAF (Wounded Warriors In Action Foundation)
6516 Dolphin Cove Drive, Apollo Beach FL 33572
Web: http://www.wwiaf.org

Please make checks payable to WWIAF. Reference the individual, the donation is in memory of, in the memo section of your check. This organization has local ties to the Reisdorf family of Macedon, NY who hold a retreat for 4 purple heart recipients and a guest (spouse, friend, significant other, etc.) each fall at their farm/camp on Johnson Road, on the southern end of Palmyra. Wounded Warrior in Action NY Upland Bird Hunt and Couples Retreat is the official name of the event. Activities include a bird hunt, or spa treatment, winery tours, as example for those who do not wish to participate in the hunt. Lifelong relationships seem to be established between the Reisdorf family, local sponsors, and those who participate as guests. Thank you to our veterans.