STEWART-Ervin C. Stewart, 87, a resident of Rio Rancho, NM passed away Tuesday, April 13, 2010. He is survived by his daughter, Cary Deasaro and husband Louis; two grandchildren, Matthew Deasaro of Denver, CO, Gregory Deasaro of Key West, FL; one brother, Bobby Stewart of Birmingham, AL. He was preceded in death by his wife, Hazel Stewart and his parents. He served his country in WWII, Korean War, Vietnam War and retired after 30 years of service as a Colonel in the Air Force. He was also a long time Mason and member of the Optimist Club and the Air Force Security Police Association. Ervin loved his wife, his family, his Yorkie, Duke. His greatest pleasure was playing golf with his grandsons and beating them at it every game. Arrangements are entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 4310 Sara Road SE Rio Rancho, New Mexico 87124 505-892-9920