Graham STEWART Obituary

Dearest Graham, we have just heard: so sorry. Our first words were “devastating” and then “wonderful”. How devastating for dear Pat, your beautiful soulmate, and your family. But then, “What a wonderful man and what a wonderful life lived.”

A man’s man, one of life’s steady ships, with a powerful moral compass, unambiguous views on everything, and an uncompromising professional, with handshake to-boot. You were the rock for Mum and Dad and for us kids, for so many years, and for your family too.

It was as a perfectionist that Debbie and I hold our most endearing memories. It is mischievous I know, but it needs telling: the Plaza Hotel in Kings Cross failed your fire-escape test. An unconvincing hotel manager admonished. You designing your own make-ready escape plan.

Such a softie, you held so much love for your family, friends, dogs and travel. You have provided good counsel on difficult life matters; you surprised with mocking humour; and you often laughed long, especially with Mum and Dad. They loved you and Pat dearly. Such good company. Such a good friend. Love to Pat and family.
Love Debbie and Peter

So sad to hear of Graeme's passing. He was always a gentleman, and always good company. Rest in peace Graeme.

My condolences to the family. Graham you set the benchmark for the fire service and fire protection Industry with your steadfast professionalism and dedication to all that you did. The district hospital buildings are a living testament to fire protection standards and level of fire safety you attained in those establishments you were responsible for. It will forever be a privilege to have known you. You will be sadly missed but not forgotten. RIP. Dave Pettitt PNFB (Retired)

We were saddened to hear of Graham's passing.
Our thoughts are with you Pat, Steven & Tony and family at this time.
I (Julie) will always be grateful to Graham for his kindly delivered advice and words of wisdom when I needed it.
We both admired his unwavering principles and ethics in a few very tricky situations.
RIP Graham - from the Watenes

We are sorry to read of Graham's passing. Condolences to Pat & Family.
From Graham & Isabel Williams

To the Stewart family

Please accept our condolences
Graham was not only a patient, friend & neighbour
Always had a laugh and a great chat

Regards
Ash & the team & BDL

To Aunty Pat, Stephen and Tony,
So sorry to hear about the passing of Uncle Graham.
It was only a year ago we caught up at Mum's funeral.
Our prayers and thoughts are with you all. May God be your peace and comfort at this sad time.
Love Kathleen, Leigh and family.

So saddened to hear about Graham's passing Pat. Our condolences to you and your family. Our thoughts are very much with you all particularly during this time

The Stewart Family
So sorry for your loss
Wishing you and your family Strength and peace . .The Rosson Family

Sorry for the families loss, l remember you and Pat well from the Cuba St Fire Station
Lynda Carter ( Bailey)

Sorry to hear that Graham has passed away. Much love to you Pat and all your family. We have some lovely memories of days at Fire Station

Graham Stewart

Life Member ROYAL NZ NAVAL ASSOCIATION PN

On behalf of myself ,club committee, and members i wish to pass on our
condolences to the family of Graham at this sad time following his passing.
I would also like to acknowledge the time and service he gave our club
during some harsh financial times, which helped keep us afloat and gives us
financial stability to this day.
RIP
Brent Coley President Navy Club

To Pat, Steven, Tony and family. We were saddened to hear that Graham had passed away. Just to let you know that we are all thinking of you. Take care, Graeme, Christine, David, Denise and family. ( The Youngers).

My heart bleeds at your passing, but I know you are now at peace and with the angels. Mum and I will miss catching up with you on Thursdays, talking about the flag you were flying and hearing your jokes.

My first memory of you is at the fire station in Palmerston North. And I'm sure that it was you in the stretcher that was let down from the Hospital roof in an evac demonstration. The excitement that the four cousins (Steve, Tony, Darren, myself) felt at being in the Christmas parade riding in a new piece of Hospital transport.

The many Christmas and New Year family get-togethers rotating between Mum and Dad's, Nana and Dada's or you and Aunty Pat's.
I will always remember and love you, and have my flag flying at half mast in your honour. Your niece, Gail.

My sincere condolences to the Stewart Whanau.
It was an honour and privilege to have known and associate with Mr Stewart over the years. His unwavering morals and standards were a testament to him and the knowledge these live on through his lineage brings some solace at this time.
My aroha and support to the family
Always
Slackie

My father, my mentor, my teacher, my coach, my idol, my hero, my family leader, my mum's best friend and by far the coolest guy I will have ever known. We will miss you every day, but we will always try to make you proud. Your son Tony and daughter-in-law Julz.