Clara M Stewart

A native of Clarke County, Mrs. Stewart was the daughter of the late Walter E. McKinnon, Sr. and Lillie Ann Christian McKinnon and was preceded in death by her husband, Harry J. Stewart; infant son, Reginald Stewart; daughter, Marcia S. Pittard; sister, Emily McCants, and two brothers, Walter E. McKinnon, Jr. and Wesley McKinnon. Mrs. Stewart graduated from Athens High School, where she was a member of the Beta Club. She was employed at the Georgian Hotel and The University of Georgia. As an employee of the FBI in Washington, DC, she worked in the Identification Bureau and the Washington Field Office.

She married Harry J. Stewart and after the birth of their first child, the family returned to Athens, where she was a homemaker. Mrs. Stewart was a faithful wife, loving mother, friend and counselor to many.

Upon returning to the work force, she was employed at the University of Georgia in the Rehabilitation Counselor Training Program, and the School of Journalism, where she was secretary to the Dean.

Upon her retirement from the University of Georgia School of Journalism, Mrs. Stewart volunteered for the 1996 Olympics, Classic Center, Athens Welcome Center, Athens Convention Center, American Red Cross, and the University of Georgia Performing Arts. She was a member of Young Harris United Methodist Church and the Friendship Sunday school class. She loved nature, gardening and reading.

Survivors include two sons, Timothy M. Stewart and his wife, Kathy of Social Circle and Vance E. Stewart and his wife, Carol of Athens; daughter, Pamela R. Stewart of Athens; three grandsons, Matthew Pittard, Daniel Pittard, and Thomas C. Stewart; three great-granddaughters, and a sister, Keener M. Eidson.

A celebration service will be held 2PM Friday, November 18th in the chapel at Bernstein Funeral Home with Rev. Luther Fouche officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Young Harris Methodist Church, 973 Prince Ave, Athens, GA 30606 or to the charity of your choice.

Online condolences may be offered at www.bernsteinfuneralhome.com

Bernstein Funeral Home and Cremation Service is in charge of arrangements.