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Lynn E. Stewart (1957 - 2005)

Looking out into space,
I can see beyond my mind,
And into my universe within.

Our dear and gentle friend Lynn Stewart, born November 6, 1957, went nova on July 24, 2005. An avid astronomer and birder, she gave all of us a new perspective on stars, birds and the universe. A graphic artist by trade, she was a quality control supervisor in electronic pre-press and worked at Hudson Printing in Salt Lake City for over 20 years.

Lynn was a member of Wasatch Affirmation and attended the First Unitarian Church. She loved hosting "star-b-ques" in the canyon and at her family's cabin--events that were often attended by Affirmation women.

An accomplished pianist, she shared her original compositions with small groups of friends gathered around her keyboard. Her kindness and courage touched countless lives in our community. She never missed an opportunity to speak her love.

Friends gathered to celebrate Lynn's life

Lynn is survived by three children Kirt, Vanessa and Cami and a grandson, Gerrit.

On July 29, 2005, relatives, Affirmation members, and friends gathered for a graveside service in the Salt Lake City cemetery.

On that evening, Mary and Cela hosted a gathering for Lynn's chosen family, also attended by some members of her biological family. Affirmation friend Michelle Hardgrave traveled from California to celebrate Lynn's life.

A memorial fund for transgender awareness and resources has been established in Lynn's honor at the GLBT Community Center of Utah. Friends may donate to:

GLBT CCU
355 N. 300 West, 1st Floor
Salt Lake City, UT 84103

We invite Lynn's friends to send us emails with tributes that we will be posted permanently on this page.