David was preceded in death by his firstborn son, William "Billy" Stewart; granddaughter, Jennifer; and great granddaughter, Trinity.
He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Sandra S. (Purcell) Stewart; children: Jeffrey (Jodi) Stewart, John Stewart (Melanie VanNoy), Georgia Stewart (Joe Landon) and Katy Stewart (Freddy Vitarius); daughter-in-law, Yevette Stewart-Huffman; grandchildren: Jessica Stewart, Savannah Stewart, Sadie Tuck, William (Mikaila) Stewart (active USAF) and David Lewis Stewart II; along with many great grandchildren.
David was a Veteran of the United States Air Force, Airman 1st Class, as pararescue and also was a survival instructor. He retired from the Carpenter's Union Local # 532. David was a supervisor for Wells Township for 35 years.
David was a member of the Coryland Church and served for many years on the Church Board. He was a cabinetmaker by trade and owned and operated Stewart's Wood Products. He was a life member of the NRA as well as a recruiter.
Burial services were held Saturday, December 14, 2019, at noon for family and friends at the Baptist Hill Cemetery. Rev. Jay Zaremba will officiate. Military Honors will be accorded to Mr. Stewart by the Tioga County Honor Guard. Arrangements entrusted to the Olthof Funeral Home 1050 Pennsylvania Ave. Elmira, NY.