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Kerrville Man, 'Forever Optimist,' Lost to Flash Flood
20 Jul
Summary
- John Mark Steward died when flash floods swept away his mobile home.
- His wife, Jennie, survived by being out of town.
- Friends have raised over $12,000 for Jennie's recovery.
A Kerrville man, John Mark Steward, has been identified as one of the victims of the recent devastating flash floods. Steward, 65, died when his mobile home was swept away by the rising waters. His wife, Jennie Steward, 51, survived because she was visiting her parents in Dallas at the time of the incident.
Jennie described her late husband as a "forever optimist" with a deep Christian faith and a passion for people, having worked as a caregiver at an assisted living facility. He was known for his joyous energy and ability to make others feel loved. The couple, who celebrated three years of marriage the day before the tragedy, were active in their local church.
Community members have established a fundraiser to support Jennie, who lost her husband, home, car, and all their belongings. As of the report, over $12,000 has been contributed to aid her in starting over with housing, essential items, and long-term expenses.
