Rita Stewart

The Beautiful Life of Rita Stewart Rita Stewart was born on September 11, 1953 in Twin Oaks, Pa to the late Johnnie and Deanner Haynes Stewart. Rita departed this life on April 30, 2023 with her only daughter Takina and granddaughter Da’Yanna at her side. Rita was known for her unique spirit and of being a blessing to her family, friends, as well as her church family. Rita was the fifth child born out of seven. Rita was educated in the Chichester School District and graduated with the class of 1971. She was active in sports and was a valued player in both the basketball and softball teams. Rita gained her employment in 1989 as a Bindery Clerk at Dupont Graphics Center in Boothwyn, Pa and stayed on for 24 years. Later, Rita worked as a security officer at DCCC in Media, and also held a job at Target Department store in Wilmington, DE. She was a member of Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church in Twin Oaks. She later moved to Chester, Pa and was a member of Eternal Hope of Glory where she was a steady source of guidance for many. The church was very important to Rita and she made sure that her daughter and granddaughters knew the love of the church as well. After joining the church, in 2016 Rita became a member of the Word Walking Empowerment Ministry. Rita loved to dance, cook, and to be a helping hand. She possessed a wonderful sprit and kept the brightest smile upon her face. Rita leaves behind a legacy of love that will be cherished by her daughter Takina Stewart (James), her sweetest granddaughters Da’Yanna Stewart and Jaylah Mills, all of Chester Pennsylvania. Also a God daughter, Armani Stewart of Bear, Delaware. She is also survived by her sisters; Sadie Mae Williams of Muskegon, Michigan; Geraldine Boyd of Chester, Pa; Diane Fisher of Bear, Delaware; Kathy Stewart of New Castle, Delaware and a brother Johnnie Stewart Jr. of Wilmington Delaware She is predeceased by her sisters Wilda Webb and Janet Johnson as well as nephews Johnathon Boyd and Jeremiah Trusty In addition to her family she leaves behind a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, family and friends.

Rita Stewart

September 11, 1953 - April 30, 2023