Uncle Stewart will be missed. He was a wonderful man and so important to my father. So sorry for your loss.

While a child growing up in the neighborhood where the Ayton's lived in Wilmington Delaware, I had the privilege to know Mr Ayton through my close friendship with his son Jimmy.
He was very kind to me, often including me on outings to the duPont Airport which no doubt sparked my early interest in aviation. He was a great football fan and always invited me to watch games with Jimmy on the neighorhood's first color television. I believe he also had

While a child growing up in the neighborhood where the Ayton's lived in Wilmington Delaware, I had the privilege to know Mr Ayton through my close friendship with his son Jimmy.
He was very kind to me, often including me on outings to the duPont Airport which no doubt sparked my early interest in aviation. He was a great football fan and always invited me to watch games with Jimmy on the neighorhood's first color television. I believe he also had the first car in the neighborhood with cruise control.
I don't remember a time that he didn't greet you with a big smile, a firm
handshake, and often a joke. Perhaps that attitude has something to do with the key to his longevity.
His son Jimmy, who died serving his country, grew up to be an admirable individual.My parents were always glad he was one of my peers. I am glad too because I got to share a small part of my life with Stewart Ayton.

I loved the way Stew Baby would giggle so his shoulders would move up and down. He was a wonderful man with a great sense of humor. Stewart always made me feel welcome. I flew to Wichita for Francis and his fiftieth anniversary. Fran fussed and Stew gave me the biggest hug. Just knowing him made my life richer. I always enjoyed visiting with him and listening to the stories of his youth and life. For many years, I would

I loved the way Stew Baby would giggle so his shoulders would move up and down. He was a wonderful man with a great sense of humor. Stewart always made me feel welcome. I flew to Wichita for Francis and his fiftieth anniversary. Fran fussed and Stew gave me the biggest hug. Just knowing him made my life richer. I always enjoyed visiting with him and listening to the stories of his youth and life. For many years, I would call him on the 4th of July to wish him happy birthday and we would laugh together. Thank you, Stew Baby, for being such a positive influence in my life.

Love,

Bev

Thank you to all who are writing and sharing memories of my sweet Dad. He lived a long and wonderful life but I will miss him for always.

I had the privledge to work with Stew at Beechcraft for 28 years. He was an extremely good friend and I have many fond memories. He will be greatly missed.

Anne, Ginger & Norm
So very sorry to read Stewart’s obituary. He was a great individual with impeccable integrity. A loss to everyone who knew him.

Always in our hearts & prayers,
Suggie & Gary Rose

My thoughts and prayers are with the Ayton Family. My parents Vivien and Bob Kralovec were close friends with the Aytons. I remember growing up with Jimmy. When the cherry tree blooms in the spring in front of their old house on Shipley Rd, Wilmington, DE and everytime I pass their house, (which is quite often) I think of them. Fond memories live forever. -- Lynn