Bertha Marie Robinson Stewart

1922 - 2019

Bertha Marie Robinson Stewart obituary, 1922-2019, Baton Rouge, LA

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Hall Davis and Son Funeral Service - Baton Rouge

9348 Scenic Highway

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Bertha Stewart Obituary

Bertha Marie Robinson Stewart was born on November 28, 1922 in Zachary, Louisiana to Fuller and Florence Ringgold Robinson. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church of Scotlandville and served the church for 62 years until her death. At various times, she was a Sunday school teacher, vacation bible school teacher, and womens' circle leader. She prepared the monthly communion service for over twenty years. She completed high school at Southern University Laboratory School. She received the Bachelors degree in Elementary Education from Southern University in 1944 and the Masters degree in Elementary Education from Louisiana State University. She earned an additional 30 graduate hours in guidance and counseling. She married Otis Oneal Stewart on May 9, 1943. Four children were born to this union which endured for 76 years until her death. She began her teaching career in Jacksonville, North Carolina. She subsequently taught and served as a guidance counselor at South and North Scotlandville Elementary Schools in the East Baton Rouge Parish School System for 30 years. She retired in 1980. She was a charter member and first president of the Pearls Civic and Social Club. For the last 50 plus years she has participated in many activities with this club. She was an active member who participated in her last activity only three weeks before her death. This activity was very special because she was joined by her granddaughter. On Saturday, October 26, 2019, Bertha peacefully transitioned from earth to glory. She was preceded in death by her parents and grandparents; a son, Otis Oneal Stewart, Jr.; and siblings, Freddie Robinson, Fuller Robinson and Jessie Robinson Millet. She leaves to cherish her memory: her devoted husband, Otis Oneal Stewart; daughters, Brenda Stewart Birkett (Warren), Alyce Maria Stewart Kelly (Barry) and a son, Michael Keith Stewart (Rhonda); grandchildren Clayton Birkett (Jill), Aaron Stewart (Latosha), Owen Birkett (Rebecca), Lisa Stewart, Jessica Stewart, Erica Stewart, Barry O. Kelly (Brittany), Jordan Kelly and Allison Stewart; seven great grandchildren; a godson, Adrian K. Jackson; a daughter-in-law, Renee Boston Stewart; a brother-in-law, Joseph Millet and a host of nieces, a nephew, cousins and friends. Visitation Friday, November 1, 2019 10:00 am until religious service 1:00 pm, First Presbyterian Church of Scotlandville, 1246 Rosenwald Rd., Baton Rouge, LA. Rev. Dr. Julius Tipton, officiating. Interment Southern Memorial Gardens, Baton Rouge, LA. Services entrusted to Hall Davis and Son. www.halldavisandson.com.

Published by The Advocate from Oct. 29 to Nov. 1, 2019.
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Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Juanita Taylor Mathieu and Family

School

April 17, 2022

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Napoleon Moore and Family

School

April 17, 2022

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Deborah Palmer Simon and Family

School

April 17, 2022

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

John Wilbert Pounds III and Family

School

April 17, 2022

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Susan Banford Ratcliff and Family

School

April 17, 2022

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Elaine Pounds Thomas and Family

School

April 17, 2022

My deepest condolences to the family of Mrs. Bertha Stewart. I knew Mrs Stewart all of my life and know her to have been a charming, gentle, dignified lady, who always had a lovely smile. She is resting in peace and will spend eternity in Heaven.
To the family, I love you. May her long life with you be of comfort to you all.
Sincerely,
Barbara Givens Cohen

Barbara Givens Cohen

Friend

May 5, 2020

May you find comfort in knowing what a wonderful person Mrs. Stewart was--always smiling. May God continue to bless the family now and always.

Mary Jane Wilson Spruel

November 1, 2019

Our condolences to the Stewart family on the home going of Mrs Stewart. Our payers go out to the Stewart family. We will continue to pray for the family.

Rosa & Jimmie Johnson

November 1, 2019

Praying that God will continue to strengthen you during this hour of grief.

Genita Dawson

November 1, 2019

We had a wonderful aunt, one who never really grew old; her smile was made of sunshine, and her heart was solid gold

Our heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Lakea & Brittany Gaither

Family

October 31, 2019

Brittany Gaither

October 31, 2019

May God's embrace and the love of family and friends comfort you during this time of sorrow.

Mary and Janice Hives

October 30, 2019

Sending heartfelt condolences to the entire family for your great loss. May God provide the needed comfort and support from relatives and friends, during your time of mourning. May your memories, also bring comfort
Rest in Paradise, Mrs Stewart

Donald Ray Hives

October 30, 2019

Sherri Smith

October 30, 2019

Out Deepest Sympathy To The Entire Family , Bertha Was A Very Sweet & Kind Person R.I.P. God's Beautiful Angel!

The Modica Family

October 30, 2019

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Sherri Smith

October 30, 2019

Gladys Hildreth

Family

October 29, 2019

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1246 Rosenwald Rd., Baton Rouge, LA

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