Obituary

Wofton was born March 2^nd 1947 in Newark, New Jersey to Eva and

Wofton Stewart Senior. He grew up and attended school in New Jersey.

He attended college at Bluefield State College in West Virginia.

Wofton began his military career at the age of 18, he served 28 years,

stationed in many countries. In October of 1977 the Lord blessed Wofton

with a traveling companion his lovely wife Lonett Viney who he met in

Kansas City, Missouri. They traveled the world together and took the

union of marriage to a higher level of respect and honor for each other.

They were determined to live and enjoy life as a holy union ordained by

God. In 1988 they were blessed with their son Sebastian Wofton Stewart

who they both love dearly. Wofton was a proud father who raised his son

to be a fine respectful young man. Wofton often thought of how he and

his family could be a blessing to others. Wofton was a very talkative

person who had a genuine concern for all people. His passion for the

armed services often encouraged others to explore the same career. He

endured suffering for a while but, thank God it was not long. On January

10^th at 12:17p.m. he left pain and suffering behind for peace and rest. He

leaves to rejoice at his home going his loving wife and son of the home,

two sisters Cheryl Gamon and Janice Stewart of Montclair, New Jersey.

Seven Sister-in-laws who loved him dearly, Coretha, Sharlotte, Tasha,

Zelda, Shelia, Elsie and his Mother in law Sister Corean Viney, his

special uncle Leroy and Aunt Hattie Ruth Porterfield. Many nieces and

nephews and a host of friends and family who felt privileged that

Sergeant Wofton James Stewart, Brother, Uncle Lucky and friend passed

this way.