A memorial service for James “Mack” Stewart, age 77 of Ruston, LA will be held at 10:00 AM, Saturday, May 31, 2025 at Owens Memorial Chapel with Pastor Joel Dyke officiating.
Mack was born on March 2, 1948, in Oak Grove, Louisiana, to James and Irene Stewart and passed away peacefully at his home in Ruston, Louisiana on May 26, 2025. He was a proud graduate of Ruston High School, Class of 1966, and went on to earn a degree in Accounting from Louisiana Tech University in 1982.
A true patriot, Mack served his country with honor in the United States Air Force and was a decorated Vietnam Veteran. His commitment to service continued in the Air Force Reserves as a member of the Red Horse Engineering Battalion, where he received multiple commendations for his dedication and excellence.
Mack had a deep love for the outdoors and especially enjoyed turkey hunting. He was a proud Mason and Shriner. Mack was known for his sense of humor and for teasing the girls in his life—always with affection and a twinkle in his eye. Above all, he was proud of his family. He instilled in his daughter and granddaughters the value of education and hard work, and he took great pride in their achievements.
He is survived by his loving wife of 46 years, Jeannie Turner Stewart; his daughter, Jerrilyn Frasier Vaughan; and granddaughters Turner and Kinman Frasier. He also leaves behind his sisters, Pam Stewart and Diane Stewart. Mack is preceded in death by his parents, James and Irene Stewart, and his son-in-law, West Vaughan.
The family wishes to thank all the family and friends who have been here during his illness with a special thanks to Johnny Mitchel, Tate Russell, Gary Nix, George Gillum, and the professionals of Premier Hospice.
Mack’s legacy of service, humor, and devotion to family will be cherished by all who knew and loved him. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a veteran’s organization of your choice in his memory.
Visitation will be held from 9:00 AM until service time, Saturday, May 31, 2025 at Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home in Ruston, LA. To leave an online memorial message for the family, please visit: www.owensmemorialfuneralhome.com
