Larry William Stewart, age 63, a resident of rural Garland, Kansas, passed away Saturday, June 29, 2024, at his home. He was born September 18, 1960, in Long Beach, California, the son of Luther Wi liam “Stu” Stewart and Lela Williams Stewart. Since his father was in the military, Larry lived in a variety of places throughout the United States while he was growing up. He graduated from high school in Hernando, Mississippi. Larry married Deborah Ervin in 1993. While living in Ft. Scott, Larry worked at Hammond Seed and Elevator, Shepard Team Auto Plaza, and as a clerk at area service stations. He also enjoyed traveling to various malls and trade shows selling sports memorabilia. He also enjoyed photography.

Larry is survived by his wife, Debbie, of Ft. Scott, Kansas, and his children, Shelby Watkins and Virina Stewart, both of Ft. Scott, Dustin Stewart of Garland, Kansas and Savannah Stewart of Carl Junction, Missouri; twelve grandchildren and a great-granddaughter with another great-granddaughter on the way, and a brother, Mike Stewart of Hernando, Mississippi. Also surviving are Larry’s loyal dogs, Harley and Smiley who were by his side when he passed away. Larry was preceded in death by his parents and a granddaughter.

There was cremation. Private services will take place at a later date. Arrangements were under the direction of the Cheney Witt Chapel, 201 S. Main, P.O. Box 347, Ft. Scott, KS 66701. Words of remembrance may be submitted to the online guestbook at cheneywitt.com.