Roneymay Ethel

Stewart

RoneyMay Ethel Stewart went to be with Jesus on December 2, 2024. She was born on January 28, 1956, in Mörfelden-Walldorf, Germany, to Donald E. and Christel Bowen. As the child of an Airman, RoneyMay lived in several places before her family settled in Wichita Falls, Texas.

RoneyMay was a devoted Christian, attending City View Baptist Church, Liberty Baptist Church, and later WestSide Baptist Church. She loved traveling to new congregations to spread her unwavering faith and positive influence. Her dedication to her beliefs left a lasting impact on her children and everyone she met, instilling in them the importance of faith and spiritual strength.

As a single mother for many years, RoneyMay worked tirelessly to provide for her children. Often holding down two or more jobs, she taught her family the value of hard work and living within one's means. Despite her challenges, she ensured her children never saw her struggles. Her career in retail included long-term positions at Anthony's Department Store, McClurkan's Department Store, and Dillard's where her dedication and work ethic shone brightly.

In 1997, RoneyMay married her soulmate and true love, Eddie Stewart. Their 27-year marriage was a testament to their deep bond. RoneyMay often spoke of how grateful she was for Eddie and how completely she loved him.

RoneyMay's tender heart extended to her care for exotic birds. She lovingly raised and bred Quaker, Amazon, and African Grey parrots, nurturing them from fledglings to maturity. Her devotion to these birds created lifelong bonds that they carried to their new owners.

An avid crocheter, RoneyMay spent countless hours crafting blankets, slippers, earmuffs, and doll clothes for her loved ones. Many of her creations were also donated to those in need to offer warmth and comfort to her community.

RoneyMay's greatest joy was her family. She adored her children and grandchildren, championing their achievements and showering them with unconditional love. Her playful disposition, infectious laughter, and wonderful sense of humor brought light to everyone around her.

She is survived by her loving husband, Matthew Eddie Stewart; her children, Amy Welch, Amanda Coleman and her husband Andre Coleman, Simon Welch and his wife Nicole Welch, Desiree Raeke and Will Raeke; and her cherished grandchildren, Lilly Clemandot, Emily Gann, Devan Coleman, Mia Coleman, Layla Coleman, Matthew Raeke, and Debbie Raeke.

Though her family will miss her tremendously, they take comfort in knowing she is with the Lord, her mind and body fully restored and free from the dementia and Alzheimer's that afflicted her.

A remembrance service will be held Friday, December 13, at 4:00 p.m. at Faith Village Church of Christ (4100 McNiel Ave, Family Center Entrance B)

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in RoneyMay's name to Wild Bird Rescue (www.wildbirdrescuewf.org) or the Wichita Falls Area Food Bank (www.wfafb.org).