Michael Stewart

Michael Stewart

December 12, 1993 - November 21, 2022

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Stewart, Michael

Ocoee, Florida

Formerly of Saginaw, MI

Michael Robert Stewart, 28, of Ocoee, FL, unexpectedly passed away on November 21, 2022. Michael was born on December 12, 1993 to Paul and Cindy Stewart. Growing up in Saginaw, MI, Michael graduated from Heritage High School in 2012. He then went on to study Political Science at the University of Michigan before transferring to the University of Central Florida to study Hospitality Management, where he received his Bachelor's Degree in 2016 and Master's Degree in 2019.

After graduating, he started his first corporate job at Charles Schwab as an Advisor Services Associate, kick-starting a five year career in finance. Most recently, Michael was working as a Manager in Financial Crimes in Risk Management at Charles Schwab.

Michael served as President of the HOA where he lived, on the Parks and Recreations Board, and the Tourist Development Council for Orange County, Florida. He was a member of The Rosen College of Hospitality Management Alumni Board, and he earned several Brokerage Licensees. Michael loved soccer, refereeing across the country since childhood. In Florida, he refereed for many elite area soccer leagues. He had a love for roller coasters and enjoyed traveling to many different theme parks through the U.S. and Canada, and working for Cedar Point. Michael was passionate about Disney, and that love led him to work for Disney and Universal for several years.

Michael was the life of the family home, always quick witted, with contagious humor and keeping everyone entertained. If there was no excitement around, Michael either found it or created it. Perhaps this is why he had such a love for fireworks and holiday celebrations. His quiet side was often seen through his kindness and compassion for his family and friends.

His large and entertaining spirit will be greatly missed by those that survive him, his parents: Paul and Cindy Stewart; sisters: Felicia Stewart and Mallorie (Jason) Honeman; brother, Nicholas Stewart; niece, Rylan “Little Orca” Honeman; maternal grandparents: Lance and Margo Krager; his close friend from Florida, Eric Murfield; his second families from Michigan: The Flegenheimers and Sztuczkos; and many more aunts, uncles, cousins, extended family and dear friends that he has met throughout his life.

Michael was preceded in death by paternal grandparents: Robert and Ilah Stewart; and his aunt, Rushia Gracey.

SERVICE: In keeping with the family's wishes, cremation has taken place. A memorial service to share memories and stories of Michael will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, December 23, 2022 at the Deisler Funeral Home, 2233 Hemmeter Rd. (off State), Saginaw, MI 48603.

VISITATION: Family and friends will gather at the funeral home on Friday from noon until the time of service.

MEMORIALS: In lieu of flowers, those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider a donation to Mental Health Association of Central Florida in memory of Michael, https://mhacf.org. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Deisler Funeral Home, 2233 Hemmeter Rd., Saginaw, MI 48603. Please share your thoughts and memories with the family at the funeral home or through www.DeislerFuneralHome.com

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We are deeply sorry for your loss ~ the staff at Deisler Funeral Home
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Lindsay
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Michael - You were such a great friend and coworker. I loved when our breaks would align and we would spend our 45s or 30s eating fries, talking about what we wanted to do after the summer was over, and making fun of Eric. (all in good fun of course). I was so excited for your future wedding and marriage, and loved watching you and Eric grow together over the last 9 years. We will all miss you so deeply but we will never forget what an impact you had on everyone's lives. Thank you for being authentically you, always. See you on the other side one day. Love you!
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Kari Alt
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Michael, you were the one person who I could geek over U of M in Buckeye territory with no shame. You made a WOLVERINE out of your born and bred Buckeye fiancé! I know we never got to work with each other directly but I loved our friendship we built. You and Eric deserved that magical life together after your incredible accomplishments you both achieved completing school and scoring amazing jobs! You both were incredible fur dads and even though life got out of control- your love for your little family was always there. I’ll always remember that about you. You will forever be missed and, listen- I really need you to help us beat TCU and whoever we play for the title game. I see you running along side Edwards going in for those rushing TDs. LOVE YOU BIG MICHAEL! You may be gone but you will never be forgotten!
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Katrina Montgomery
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It’s obviously fitting I light a candle for you, considering we loved our candle burning parties! I remember all the good times you, me and Eric had by doing silly little things like go shopping at Meijer, playing board games and even looking for socks in the apartment we all shared! I remember when you and Eric adopted a bunny together (the first of many fur-children you guys would have!) and how you laughed at me for giving my daughter the same name as that bunny. Recently we used to like to troll in the Cedar Point passholder groups which it’s been hard to post a snarky comment in one of those without having you as my wingman backing me up! I’m really sad that you and Eric will never physically get to walk down the aisle together, but I remember that time we all played Life together and you guys got “married” then. It seems like such a random memory but even after 9 years it stands out. Rest In Peace, friend!
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Raymond Gerard
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Our family is just learning about this horrible tragedy. We don't get see our cousins often enough. I saw a lot of photos of Todds wedding. They were fantastic. I absolutely love getting together with the Krager bunch. We used to be able to see each other at the family reunions out at State Park. I'm so saddened by this. May the Lord be merciful to Paul, Cindy, Eric, Aunt Margo, Uncle Lance, Michael's siblings, the whole Krager bunch and all the families and friends. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you guys. There's a virtual army praying for you. Imagine a rainbow of prayers heading to heaven on your behalf! Love You Guys! Raymond Gerard
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Eric Murfield
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I love you forever and always Michael, 9.5 years together just wasn’t enough. “Every step we take, brings a new hope, a new day Every choice we make helps us find our own way Every wish that we pull into motion Diving in with our hearts wide open The story comes alive, when we look inside A new adventure there in your life There in your eyes It's just beginning Feel your heart beat faster Reach out and find your happily ever after Find your happily ever after“

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