Sally Stewart
January 3, 1956 ~ March 12, 2018
Peaks Island- Sally Anne Stewart, 62, of Tuftonboro, New Hampshire and Peaks Island, Maine died unexpectedly on Monday, March 12, 2018, at the Maine Medical Center following a brief illness. Her loving family was by her side.
She was born in Portland, Maine on January 3, 1956, the daughter of the late Peter P. and Mary E. (Welch) Joyce. She graduated from Catherine McAuley High School in the class of 1974 and from the University of Maine, Orono with a Bachelors Degree in Education in the class of 1978.
Sally began her teaching career in September of 1978, at the Kingswood Regional Middle School in Wolfeboro, NH, a career which has spanned forty years. Sally was planning on retiring at the end of the school year. Her love of children and education has lead Sally to touch the lives of many young students over the past forty years.
When school was in session you could always find Sally volunteering or helping out on student functions or extra-curricular activities. When not in school, you would find Sally at her beloved Peaks Island where she loved spending summers, walking, sitting on the beach, reading a good book or spending time surrounded by her family especially her two granddaughters, who were the light of her life. She was a longtime communicant of St. Christopher's Church on the island and attended Mass for many years at St. Dominic's and in Wolfeboro, NH. Sally will long be remembered as warm hearted, welcoming, caring, giving, and a great friend to others.
Sally is survived by her husband, Wilson W. Stewart of Peaks Island and Tuftonboro, NH; two sons, Michael P. and his wife Michelle Stewart of South Portland, and William A. and his wife Ashley Stewart of FL; three brothers, Peter and his wife Suzanne Joyce of NC, Michael Joyce of Peaks Island, and Dennis Joyce of Portland; two granddaughters, Riley and Emery Stewart of FL; several nieces and nephews.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, March 17, 2018, at 10:00am at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, 307 Congress Street, Portland, ME. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery, Broadway, South Portland. Arrangements are under the direction of the Conroy-Tully Walker Funeral Home, 172 State Street, Portland, ME. To view Sally's memorial page, or to share an online condolence, please visit www.ConroyTullyWalker.com
Those who wish may make contributions in Sally's memory to: Boys and Girls Club of Southern Maine, 277 Cumberland Ave, Portland, ME 04101
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Wilson, Michael and William,
I am so sad to hear about Sal-Bob. She was a great friend and influence to so many people – she will be greatly missed. I pray that your happy memories will give you some degree of comfort in the coming days
. Much Love,
Jim-Bob Kott
– Jim Kott
Mrs. Stewart was a great math teacher.I never really liked math until I was in her class. She taught me to love math ! She was so much fun I joined a backgammon club many years ago and played against her and won. She was so funny and laughed and tole me “you are not supposed to beat your math teacher.” I was very quiet way back when in junior high and she helped me to come out of my shell. Thank you for your dedication and love of your students! The world lost an educator and friend. My condolescences to the family.
Heidi Murphy
– Heidi Murphy
Wilson, Michael and William, I am so heartbroken to hear of Sally’s passing. She was one of the most influential people in my life. She not only taught/got me through high school math, she taught me how to be a better, stronger person. Her love and compassion have everything to do with the person I’ve become. I will miss her terribly. May you find peace in knowing how she lives on in the many lives she’s touched.
Love,
Stacy Durgan Marschner
– Stacy Durgan Marschner
I am so sad to hear about Sally’s passing. Sally was a big help to my son when he was struggling with math in middle school many years ago. Sally spent time after school working with him to ease his struggle. Sally was a very kind and compassionate soul. She will be missed by everyone in the Governor Wentworth community. Your entire family are in my thoughts and prayers.
– Debre Pollini-Reilly
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family as you move through this sad time. Sally was such a joy and brought life, laughter and love to so many. As everyone gathers to remember Sally, our hopes are that the sharing of the many stories of her life bring you the smiles, remembrances and comfort that she gave so easily to others. Mary and John Davis
– Mary Davis
So sorry to hear about Sally we use to hang out down at Peaks when your Mom was alive we always had a fun time together. Catherine Corliss Hannigan
– Catherine Hannigan
There is only one Sally Stewart and her energy, enthusiasm for life, laughter, intelligence, caring and kindness only begin to explain her uniqueness. She was a phenomenal teacher, a beloved friend to all, and a woman for whom family and friends meant everything. Sally will always be in the hearts of those who love her. To Wilson, Michael, William and family—you are held close in thought and prayer.
Sharon Norby
– Sharon Norby
I will always remeber working with Sally at KRMS at the beginning of my career. She was a great role model and advisor to me. She will be fondly rememberes always. Deepest sympathies. Sandy (Frechette) Pouliot.
– Sandy Frechette Pouliot
As a fellow teacher, and as a mom of 3 of your many, many students, I am grateful for Sally’s loving and passionate guidance that she provided to all 3 of my children,but most of all, her counsel to my daughter to go easy on herself, find balance, and put her health as a high priority. We will remember you fondly, Mrs. Stewart.
With love, The Hardy/Gadomski Family
– Gayle Hardy
I and my family are so sorry to hear of Sally’s passing. She and I grew up during summers together. We all hung together for 12 years until I went into the service. I reconnected with her in 2014 when moving permanently to the Island, and I will miss her smile, her upbeat personality, and all the fun we had at Hadlock’s and on Peaks. She was just such a inspiration to all.
Tim.Linda,& Helen Murphy
– Tim Murphy
My deepest sympathies for you, Wilson and your family. So unexpected, so young, so lovely. God be with you all. Nancy Thorne
– Nancy Thorne
Sally was a wonderful friend. She had a way of bringing the sunshine. She touched so many. Will miss her so.
– Betty Floris
Sally was a friend, mentor, colleague, and the best math teacher that my children ever had. She will be so missed. Our prayers and heartfelt sympathy to Wilson, Michael, William and family.
– Anita Fair
Sally and I shared summers together on our beloved Peaks Island! I was so shocked and saddened to learn of her passing. My heart breaks for Sally’s family and all who loved her. I will always treasure our Peaks Island memories!
– Karen Tuttle Newcomb
Such warm memories of Sally at KRMS: her smile and sense of humor, wonderful team member, willingness to get involved in her students activities, her classroom where students learned and felt welcome, and active supporter of KRMS. She has helped many students to grow positively, which will be passed ahead. I hope Wilson, her kids and grandkids all have warm, lasting memories of how wonderful a person Sally was.
– Bob Stimson
Always encouraging, always understanding. I know that many students (and adults) have been touched by her life. To God be the glory.
– John Aron
Michael and family please know our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow
Louie (SAS) & Linda Perkins
– Louie & Linda Perkins
Dear family,
We are sending you hugs and love. What a special light she was. I always loved her laugh, smile and commitment to the kids. Please know we are sad with you but better people having known Sally. Donna Kasianchuk Dave, Jake, Hannah, Tess and Luke OBrien
– donna kasianchuk
We are so sad to hear the news about Sally. Sally was an amazing person who absolutely dedicated her life for family and kids. Sally was always quick with a smile and always had beautiful things to say to me about my kids, Meagan and Sam. It was an honor to see her excitement when she saw Sam as a track coach at a Kingswood Middle School event at the Nick! Wilson, Michael and William – The Cowan Family’s hearts and thoughts are with you.
– Viki Cowan
I was deeply saddened to hear of Sally’s passing. Such a vibrant, caring, and giving person who understood when to listen, when to teach, and when to just be there for her students. Most of all, she lived her life by that sign we all see so often: “Live, Laugh, Love”. My love and prayers go out to you, Wilson, and your entire family.
– Barbara Hatch Barbuto
I have fond memories working with Sally at KRMS. She was a wonderful teacher and friend. I will always remember her enthusiastic laughter, her dedication to her students, and her immeasurable love for her family. I enjoyed the time we spent sharing stories about our families and getting to know one another. I am grateful to have had the opportunity to learn from a master educator like Sally. I hope her family will find peace in knowing that the many lives she touched in her career will continue to shine her light into the world. God Bless you Sally; you will be missed.
– Ginger Darling
Wilson and Family –
It’s so true that words can’t express the sadness and shock those of us who love Sally are feeling right now. It’s also hard to explain how much we all want to share your loss to help us deal with it. We are better for knowing her and that will survive. Down the road we will see her smiling face again, tell her that we missed her, wonder what she’s been up to, and hug.
– The Anderson Family
– Peter Anderson
So many wonderful memories at the cottage on Peaks Island.
Sending our love Gabe, Rory, Katie and Marcus O’Toole
– Katie O’Toole Werner
So sad to lose another longtime member of our island community. She was taken from us too soon. My prayers are with the family.
Kim Erico MacIsaac
– Kim Erico Macisaac
It’s impossible to single out just one wonderful memory of Sally. My friend, my mentor, my bridesmaid. A work ethic like you read about and such a loving heart. We will all miss you so much Sally
– Cheri Smith
Mrs. Stewart was an amazing teacher and I will never forget what she taught me. Her family is in my thoughts and prayers.
– Susan O’Sullivan-MacDonald