Stewart, Charles Franklin, Jr., 79 , passed away July 31, 2022 in El Dorado, KS. Charles was born to Charles Franklin Sr. and Marie (Carrier) Stewart in El Dorado on September 2, 1942.

C harles grew up in El Dorado and graduated high school there in 1960. He then joined the Air Force where he served for 6 years. After his military service, Charles remained in El Dorado where he served in first responder roles, both in the Police and Fire Dept. Retiring approximately 20 years ago, he then had more time to pursue his chief hobby, collecting and firing guns.

S urvivors include two children, Doug and Denise; siblings Steven "Bud", Richard, Don, and Harriet; 2 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents and one brother, David.