Sean Russell Stewart, a man who somehow managed to make accounting look cool and life feel like a Broadway finale, took his final bow on January 18, 2026 in Dallas, Texas. He was 52 years old – though, in typical Sean fashion, he’d likely claim he was 39 with 12 years of experience and better lighting.
Sean’s story began in Fort Worth on May 26, 1973. Ten days later, he was adopted by Ramona and Ronny Stewart, who quickly realized they had the “perfect baby.” Eighteen months later, he took on his favorite lifelong role: big brother to Cassie.
While some spend their lives trying to find where they belong, Sean simply built a bigger world for himself. He navigated a beautifully complex family tree with the kind of grace only he possessed. He embraced his “bonus” family when his mother married Larry White, gaining siblings Esther Snyder and Matthew White. Later, he opened his heart even further by reconnecting with his birth parents, Cheryl Ellingson and Gary Watson, and welcoming siblings Ashley Morin and John Ellingson into his life.
A proud graduate of Wylie High School in Abilene and the University of Texas at Dallas, Sean spent his professional life as a dedicated accountant for Christus Health. He had a gift for finding order in numbers, but his soul was far too vibrant for a cubicle.
Sean’s true magic happened when the spreadsheets were closed. Whether he was watching a Broadway musical, cheering on a Drag Queen’s death drop, or raising his own voice with the Turtle Creek Chorale, Sean lived for the performance of life. As the Vice President of OLITA, he poured his energy into his community, ensuring that the people he loved felt seen and supported.
Sean was defined by three things: his bone-deep kindness, his razor-sharp wit, and his unwavering belief that everyone—no matter who they are—deserves to be safe in their own skin. He didn’t just walk through the world; he danced through it, usually while making a joke that could brighten the darkest room.
He was preceded in death by his fathers, Ronny Stewart and Gary Watson. He leaves behind a chaotic, loving, and beautifully blended family, and a legion of friends who are all the better for having known his heart.
Sean was laid to rest at Elliott-Hamil Garden of Memories Cemetery, located at 5701 Highway 277 South, Abilene, TX 79606, on January 26.
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Glen Ray Hawkins, 70, of Dallas, Texas, passed away peacefully at his Oak Cliff home on January 27, 2026. Glen was a kind, caring, and giving man whose presence will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and his domestic partner of 24 years.
Glen was born in Amarillo, TX on July 13, 1955, alongside his twin sister, Glenda, to Max and Peggy (Trammell) Hawkins. He lived a full and active life as a teacher, children’s advocate, retailer, and homemaker.
Glen’s greatest joy was tending to his garden, caring for his dogs (Lucie, Nellie, Donnie, Charlie, Teddie, Brodie, Dino, and Wren), and lovingly maintaining his home. He was the center of the universe for those in his life, always caring for them, cooking for them, and offering comfort. He learned to cook from his Grandmother Trammell and carried a lifelong passion for preparing memorable meals for his family, friends, and community.
While Glen’s joy for life was tempered by many afflictions that often left him in pain, he faced each day with the can-do spirit, kindness, and generosity that defined him. His resilience and compassion never wavered.
Glen is survived by his mother, Peggy, his twin sister, Glenda, and his younger siblings, Connie and Lonnie Hawkins, as well as his domestic partner of 24 years, Tom Forsyth. Glen was like a second father to Tom’s children, Daniel Forsyth and Elizabeth Persyn. He will also be deeply missed by his dear friends, Chuck Scott and Ed Brown, who shared in his joys and tribulations. Glen was greatly loved by his Oak Cliff neighbors.
A memorial service celebrating Glen’s life will be held at 2 pm on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at St. Augustine’s Episcopal Church, located at 1302 W. Kiest Blvd., Dallas, TX 75224.
A reception will follow immediately after the service in the Parish Hall. The family invites all who knew Glen to attend, share their favorite memories, and contribute photos and stories as we celebrate his life together.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made, or volunteer service performed, in Glen’s memory to either