AR HMR1001

Charles W. Stewart of Fayetteville, Arkansas, died on February 1, 2021, at age 93, preceded in death by his wife Joanne Dee Rogers Stewart on May 22, 2015, after 59 years of marriage

Served as a licensed attorney since 1951, co-owner of Ozark Steel, and active member of the Washington County Bar Association, Evening Lions Club, Exchange Club, and First Baptist Church

Elected to the House of Representatives in summer 1954 and took office in January 1955, serving 44 consecutive years through 1999 by winning re-election on 22 consecutive ballots every two years, a record still standing

Served under eight different governors of both parties and on the Revenue and Taxation Committee for most of his tenure, advocating for Arkansas taxpayers and helping preserve Carnall Hall and Old Main at the University of Arkansas

House of Representatives to remember Representative Stewart, honor his contributions to the state, and provide condolences to his family with an appropriate copy of the resolution