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It is with great sadness that I anounce the passing of my friend Irwin Stewart on April 5, 2014 at the age of 92. Irwin leaves behind quite a legacy, especially as a horseman. Born just outside of Wakefield on Edelweiss rd. back on March 20 1922 where he grew up working on the family farm. I met him back in 1994 when I moved on Clark rd. I liked him immediately.  His soft spoken personality would make you instantly at ease. When I shook his huge coarse hand, you could tell this was a hard working man.

Just today I found out about his death through a friend as there has been no mention in the local newspaper.

This important article will be finished very soon so I invite you to visit the site again for the full version.  So much to say about Irwin Stewart.  THANK YOU

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Click here for interview (15 minutes, 10 MB)

Irwin Stewart has lived in Wakefield all his life and he has a lot of stories to tell. He is a legend on the horse pulling circuit and has countless trophies . Please listen to the interview by clicking on the media player.