Richard Stewart

Richard was among the great ones. He leaves a void in the extended Hearst family, as well as among friends and readers.

I knew Richard such a short time, but it didn't take long to realize what a kind man he was, and that he will be greatly missed by his family and friends.

Please accept my deepest sympathy on your loss. Richard was a wonderful human being and he will be sorely missed.

Richard has been our dear friend for 41 years.
We met on one of the first Big Thicket Days in Saratoga, TX in 1970.
Richard was there to report on the event; we were there to support Big Thicket.
We became fast friends and have been friends ever since.
We hold his memory with deep affection and respect.
What a storyteller; what a wit he had.
He loved anecdotes about history, especially.
He delighted in old-time movies, especially comedies, and old time radio programs.
His departure has left a big hole in our hearts.
His loyal friendship was a treasure.

Richard will be sorely missed by all of us who knew him.

Deepest sympathy for the loss of a good, kind man. Journalists like Richard are few and he was one of the finest. It was always a pleasure to talk with him. His good humor and keen wit will be missed.

I met Richard when we were freshman at UH in 1967. He became a brother to me that my parents did not have. Over time the Stewarts and Skillmans became one family. Dick and Margaret became our "Texas parents". I was the best man at his wedding and a pall bearer at Judy's funeral. Now Richard had moved on. His legacy will live through memories and Cindy, Cody, Sarah and the Stew Crew.

I enjoyed working with Richard at the Chronicle. What a great loss of a talented reporter and writer. We'll miss you.

What a great loss for journalism and the world. Richard was a one-of-a-kind man, capable of wit, humor, sarcasm, sympathy, kindness, and amazing humanity all at the appropriate times. He will be greatly missed. My sympathies to his family and many loved ones.

Richard was a great friend who opened the door to my career and a lifetime of friends when he hired me as a kid reporter at the Daily Cougar. Years later when I tried to thank him for that decision that made such a difference in my life, he confessed that he and sports editor Steve Pate took all the Cougar applications, tossed them up in the air and whichever ones landed face up, they hired. I still here him laughing at the absurdity of it all. Rest in peace, Richard.

Please accept my sincerest sympathy. Richard was a dear friend and fellow journalist. When I hired him at the Houston Chronicle to cover the Beaumont area, I knew I had a treasure. He was a great reporter, an even better story teller. I used to start my mornings with a smile because he sent in notes full of funny stories and sweet wonderful tales of his joy at being a father. The last time I talked to him, he also talked of the joys of his grandchildren and his new family. I share your sadness at this time. He was a good friend.

My deepest sympathy for your loss...Richard was a brilliant writer and a kind person. He was always a joy to work with on a story at the Chronicle.

Cindy, I am so sorry for your loss. I love you, Cindy R

Richard was one of the best people I ever met. He was a superb writer and storyteller. He was a true wit. He was a fine friend and family man. He touched many, many lives, personally and professionally. We will miss him.

Go with God and be in a better place. Your life should be remembered in celebration.

I met Richard when I was a young reporter at The Beaumont Enterprise. Given that we covered the same towns, we bumped into one another frequently. He was kind and patient, and his asides during trials were absolutely hilarious, as were many of his other observations. Thank you, Richard, for all of the insight you shared with a green reporter. You will be missed by many.

So long my old friend. You helped me many a time with words and made my life easier. Thanks.

Richard was a treasured friend; he is missed so much already.

So sad to hear this news. Richard was a talented writer. I always enjoyed reading his work. I hope his family can find some comfort at this sorrowful time. RIP, Richard.

I did not know Richard personally but he was married to one of by best friends Cindy Carter. I know she loved him dearly and he will be greatly missed. I pray for Cindy and Richards family that God will lift you up and help you through this difficult time. God is holding you up and He will never let you go.

This is a big loss, His big heart was matched by big talent.

I will miss you my friend. We shared many good times together. Your wit and sense of humor matched your storytelling skills. My world has a vacant feeling to it now.

Richard was a great storyteller, raconteur, writer and spinner of tales. His cheerfulness, spirit and sense of fun -- usually in short supply in this ol' world -- is already missed. My condolences to his family and to his many friends.