Dorn Stewart
February 24, 1942 ~ May 11, 2013
Dorn M. Stewart, 71, died Saturday, May 11, 2013 in his Lisbon home after a short, but courageous battle with cancer. Dorn's funeral will be 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, May 15, 2013 at the Linn Grove Presbyterian Church, rural Mount Vernon. Dorn's visitation will be 5:00 until 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, May 14, 2013 at Morgan Funeral Choices, Mount Vernon. After a light lunch, Dorn is to be buried in the Lisbon Cemetery. Dorn is survived by his children: Bill (Patti) of Lisbon, Kim Stewart (Ben Stone), and Brian (Susan) of Des Moines, eight grandchildren Michael (Ann), Rachel (Tony), Joey, Samantha, McKenzie, Cody, Libby, and Callahan; four great-grandchildren: Cole, Dane, Gage, and Isabelle; and a sister Janet (Larry) Fishwild of Marion. Preceding Dorn in death were his parents and wife Karen. Dorn was born February 24, 1942 in Cedar Rapids, the son of Loren and Naomi Fagen Stewart. Dorn graduated from Martelle High School in 1959. He married Karen Booth, December 14, 1963 in Cedar Rapids. She died May 27, 2006. Dorn farmed all of his life in the Linn-Jones County area, putting his heart and soul into the land he farmed. He was a leader in the farming community, helping other farmers in their time of need. Even after his retirement, he stayed active in farming. As a boy, Dorn was involved in 4-H for several years showing ponies and later became a 4-H leader. He was instrumental in the rise of hotrod tractor pulling. Dorn enjoyed snowmobiling, kettle chicken cooks with family and friends, and traveling with his wife. Dorn enjoyed morning coffee and sharing the "news" at the Martelle C-Store. Memorials in Dorn's honor may be sent to: Linn Grove Presbyterian Church, 2000 Linn Grove Road, Mount Vernon, IA 52314 On-line condolences: morganfuneralchoices.com
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Thoughts & prayers to the entire Stewart family. May you find comfort in a lifetime of memories. Hugs to Kim, Ben, Libby, and Cal. We are so sorry for you loss. Love, Rob & Amy Stone
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your families (Bill, Kim and Brian) through this heartbreaking time. There’s nothing I can say that will ease your pain but I just wanted you to know I am thinking of you. My deepest condolences. Love Renee
I will miss your smile and sense of humor. I remember the times we ate ice cream or peanuts while visiting in your home. Most of all I remember how you were always there to help me when I had a problem or a question. I know you will be missed by your family and I’m sure you gave them a lot of good memories.
We are sending our Thoughts and Prayers to all the Stewert family. We have so many wonderful Memories of Doran. He was always such a great neighbor and friend. Know that we are thinking of all of you at this hard time with Love and Prayers.
Very sorry to learn of Dorn’s passing. Loved to visit with him while having a beer. He could make you laugh and blush! My thoughts will be with you.
To all the family, I know this is. A very tough time, our prayers are with you all. Dorn use to bring a pony for Rick and myself to ride, we use to spend a lot of time on the farm before you all were born, He is now with Karen, Someday Rick and I will catch up, I hope he has our pony ready. Love Mike and Pat
My thoughts are with the family at this time. Will never forget his smile. Him and Karen were a joy to be around.