Rebecca June Stewart, known as “Becky” to family and friends, passed away peacefully on September 8, 2026, at the age of 88. She was born on November 28, 1937, in Franklin, Texas, to John Bud Martin and Jimmie (Stroud) Martin. Becky grew up in Hearne, Texas, where she graduated from Hearne High School and fell in love with her high school sweetheart, Gary Allan Stewart. The two married on July 7, 1956, and shared 66 years together, building a life filled with family, adventure, friendship and cherished memories. Together, they raised two daughters, Connie and Sandra. During Gary’s 20-year military career, Becky embraced life as part of a military family. Their journey took them between Texas and Alaska, including three tours in Alaska. Through each move, Becky made lasting friendships and created a warm and welcoming home. Becky began her Civil Service career in July 1960 as a clerk typist while stationed in Fairbanks, Alaska, at Eielson AFB. After transferring to Texas in August 1962, they lived in Arlington and Fort Worth before moving to Randolph AFB in 1965. In 1967, they returned to Alaska, where Becky worked briefly with the Federal Post Office at Eielson AFB before returning to Texas in 1969. Becky continued her Civil Service career with the U.S. Air Force at Randolph AFB in San Antonio, advancing from clerk typist to Secretary. In 1972, the family returned to Alaska and Elmendorf AFB in Anchorage, where Becky worked in Family Housing until 1976. After returning to San Antonio and Gary’s retirement from the military, Becky and Gary purchased their first home. Becky began working in Civil Engineering under SARPMA (San Antonio Real Property Maintenance Agency) as an Assistant Technician. Her dedication was recognized throughout her career. In May 1980, she received the Female of the Year – Milestone Award from the Randolph Chapter of Federally Employed Women, Inc. In January 1981, she became the Federal Women’s Representative for the Randolph Field Engineering Branch. In July 1981, Becky was promoted to Facility Maintenance Controller at Randolph AFB. She was one of four controllers to receive the first Certificate of Outstanding Achievement awarded in the career field in Air Force history. She also earned the Department of the Air Force High Quality Performance Award in 1985, 1986 and 1987. Becky retired in April 1988 as a Facility Management Specialist after nearly three decades in Civil Service. Those who knew Becky best will remember the life she shared with those she loved. Through the many moves and chapters of her life, she formed lifelong friendships. She enjoyed camping and the outdoors with her husband, and together they shared many adventures. Becky loved playing cards, especially Canasta. She and Gary—known to many as “Bubba”—opened their home to friends for Canasta parties filled with laughter, conversation and good times. Becky and Bubba also loved visiting Jim’s Coffee House, where they spent hours with friends swapping stories and talking about their grandchildren. These simple moments were among the joys of her life. Faith was important to Becky. She and Bubba were members of Live Oak First Baptist Church and attended regularly until they were no longer physically able. Her faith remained a quiet and enduring part of who she was. Becky leaves behind a beautiful family and a legacy of love, strength, friendship and devotion. She is survived by her sisters, Dorothy Sue Martin and Connie Laverne Miller; her daughters, Connie Sue Wagner (Foy Wagner) and Sandra Lea Neal (Darrell Neal); her grandchildren, Richard Allan Lovelady, Austin Lee Neal, Erin Lynn Neal, Amelia Wagner Babbs (Daniel Babbs), and Jamee Wagner Yule (Justin Yule); and her great-grandchildren, Cameron Fulton Babb, Lillian Audrey Yule, Braeden Lee Babb, and Landon Forest Yule. She is also survived by many beloved nieces and nephews. Becky was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Gary Allan Stewart; her parents, John Bud Martin and Jimmie (Stroud) Martin Richardson; and her brother, James Martin. A funeral service honoring Becky’s life was held Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at 12:00 PM at Colonial Funeral Home, 625 Kitty Hawk Road, Universal City, TX 78148. Burial followed at 2:00 PM at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery Committal Shelter #1, 1520 Harry Wurzbach Road, San Antonio, TX 78209. The family is deeply grateful to all who offered their love, prayers, friendship and support. Becky will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered. Her life was one of love, family, service, friendship and faith, and her memories will remain treasured by those who loved her. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared with the Stewart family through Colonial Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Becky’s name to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.