William Layton Stewart (90) passed away at home in Kirkwood on June 19th, 2022. Layton was the only child born (October 10, 1931) of the late St. Louis County Councilman Maurice L. and Verna Stewart. Dearest husband for 63 years of Marilyn (nee McGinty); Dearest father of Stephen L., Andrew M. (Lynn), and Stacey A. Stewart and Debbi Brake; Dearest grandfather of John, Jane, Charles, and Margaret Stewart. Dearest brother-in-law of Marjorie Kilpatrick, Maureen McGinty, Sally (late John) McGinty, Melanie (Gary) Tate, Melinda (Dick Moore) McGrath; Dearest uncle of David (Anna) Nunn, Jeff Nunn, John McGinty, Sarah (Terry) London, Bill (Feryal) McGinty, Ryan (Justina) Tate, Amanda (Ross) Braun; Dear friend to many.
A life-long St. Louisan, Layton graduated from Cleveland High School and became a proud TKE brother at Washington University (’53 business & ’57 law). In between programs, he served as an officer in the Finance Corps of the US Army. Layton practiced law downtown from 1957-2020 and practiced law from home until last week.
He was a long-time member and former Chairman of the Board of Webster Groves Christian Church. He was a 57-year member at Algonquin Golf Club, a 30+ year member at Missouri Athletic Club, and a former member of the Noonday Club. Layton especially enjoyed serving as counsel to countless friends and clients for decades and was always on call as a trusted advisor. He loved his lunches, tennis, fishing, traveling, and reading. He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather and loved the large McGinty family he acquired through marriage on December 20, 1958.
Special thanks to “Queen” Victoria (aka “Moe”) and her Royalty Healthcare staff of Kanitra, Rachel, and Shirley for their loving care over the past 14 months. Visitation at 3pm followed by a Memorial Service at 3:30pm Thursday June 30, at Webster Groves Christian Church on Lockwood. Reception to follow at Algonquin Golf Club. In lieu of flowers, contributions encouraged to The AGC Employee Educational Foundation, 1398 Beverly Ave., Glendale, Missouri 63122 (agcedfound@gmail.com) or to St. Louis Children’s Hospital.
Blessings in Jesus name ✨️ also ❤️ my Condolences
We will miss him at the Missouri Athletic Club. He was a sweet and gentle man. I will miss seeing his smiling face when he came to the Sportsman’s club for lunch.
Dear Layton was our Father, Martin F. Schlitt’s lawyer and business consultant for many years. He kindly continued in that most appreciated role for many years with our family as we continued our Father’s business. He became a personal friend to each of us in the family. And we so greatly enjoy lunch with him at the Missouri Athletic Club. Over the years, I learned much from him in the field of contracts and legal procedure. He and his gracious wife Marilyn are in our prayers these days. With great memories and in deep apprecition. Fr. Dale M. Schlitt, OMI
My deepest condolences I will truly miss him. He was more to me than a client oh how I love cooking for him sitting beside him watching tv and seeing him laughing. He was truly a great man to me. I will miss shaving and giving him what he called a Moe shower. I Loved Him
Mr. Stewart was brilliant and a great mentor. I recently got out of the hospital, and I feel badly that I couldn’t attend his funeral service.
He loved his family, and he was genuinely a humble man. An example for all of us.
Sincerest sympathies to all of this beautiful family who were woven tightly together! I know he will be greatly missed , but fondly remembered by all . Love Vris and Yvonne Conner
Dear Layton….Such a kind and generous man. The Martin F. Schlitt Family has known him for many years. Layton was always available for business as well as personal advice. He made us a priority whenever an issue needed to be addressed. He helped us tremendously with our family business. We are very lucky to have known Layton and have enjoyed his company at memorable lunches at the Missouri Athletic Club. Layton, a very special person who we will always hold dear in our hearts. Sincere condolences to Marilyn and his Family.
Fondly, Donna Martin
Andy, so sorry to read of your dad’s passing. He had such a long and productive life; he will be missed. I had a lot of contact with Maurice, and Layton, over the years. I once tried a jury case with Maurice in St. Louis County. Your dad was a fine man. I used to see him at the MAC. Condolences to you and your family. I met you for the first time at the last meeting of the Shamrock Club.
Layton and Marilyn have been friends since college days. I am happy to have spoken to them recently. I am sorry I cannot be there. He was a wonderful human being and will be missed by all who knew him. condolences to Marilyn and his family.
Marilyn——- I was flipping thru e-mail tonite and saw Layton’s name. I had heard he was not doing well. What a surprise and sorry to see the news. Wanted to let you know that I knew. Will be in touch. Take care. I know what it is to to be a widow. I lost my Nip Aug. 2008. He is buried at Arlington National Cemetery. Such a nice article about him. ( LAYTON). Do take care of yourself,. We are old friends from Union Ave, Christian Church
So sorry for your loss! I couldn’t believe it when I heard the news. I just saw Stacey the week prior. He will be missed and was so loved by everyone that knew him. I met them all in 2008 when my son was playing baseball for Missouri state. Never meeting them before and finding that we are related. My dad Lee was his cousin and also Sue his sister. What a great family and that has so many family values. We will all miss you Layton and many prayers to the family!
Layton will truly be missed, Such a Kind and wonderful Man,I Enjoyed my time with him and he had the Greatest Smile,Very appreciative and respectful, Rest In Gods Loving Arms Layton
Friend for 30+ years. Helped my family with sound legal advice. Enjoyed many lunches at MAC-Downtown, both business and non-business! You are missed….
We are saddened to hear of Mr. Stewart’s passing. He provided our family with legal advice for many years and was a kind and thoughtful gentleman. He will be missed.