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LEWIS, Sr., Lee Conway

Nov. 7, 1932 – Dec. 20, 2020

Lee Conway Lewis, Sr., 88 of Louisville, KY, passed away peacefully on Sunday, the 20th of December, surrounded by his beloved family. Lee was

preceded in death by his

father, Lyttleton Lewis, Sr., mother, Martha Camille

(Vogel) Lewis and brother, Lyttleton Lewis, Jr. along with sister, Camille Lewis Chervenak and his loyal furr companion, Frizz.

Lee leaves behind his wife, Deborah (Gross) Lewis, sons, Lee C. Lewis, Jr. (Jacquelyn), John L. Lewis (Lisa), Todd E. Lewis (Jan), daughters, Barbara Anne Lorch (Joe), Kelley Lewis Ebert (Chad) and Brittany Lewis. He is also survived by his sister, Mona Lewis Driskill and 15 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren.

As a graduate of du Pont Manual High School, Lee went on to receive his Business Degree from the University of Louisville, and then on to serve his country. Lee served as an officer in the United States Navy, attaining the rank of Commander. Lee worked his way up from sales to become a Senior Vice

President of Reynolds and Reynolds. Lee's grandfather founded the John C. Lewis Department Stores, once Fourth Street's leading department store and was a descendent of U.S.

President George Washington.

An outstanding golfer, he was a charter member of Hunting Creek Country Club and played many Pro Ams over the years and even won the Mercedes Pro Am in Hawaii. In addition to being named a Kentucky Colonel, Lee was an avid supporter of the The Crimson Alumni. Lee had a multitude of lifelong friendships and leaves them all with some very cherished memories.

Services will be held on Monday, December 28th at Newcomer East Louisville Chapel at 1:00 PM, following the viewing from noon to 1:00 PM. Graveside burial will commence post service at Cave Hill Cemetery, Louisville, KY. Please visit newcomerkentuckiana.com for further details or to share a memory. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to Ohio Living Home Health and Hospice at OhioLiving.org.

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Published by Dayton Daily News on Dec. 24, 2020.

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Susan (Lewis) Coombes

January 18, 2021

I just learned of Uncle Lee's passing. I am so very sorry, my husband and I send our prayers for comfort and our deepest condolences and sympathy to the family.

John Piatt

December 24, 2020

Lee will be missed by all who knew him. He was a great friend and talented golfer. RIP Leezee!

Shelley and Marvin Miller

December 22, 2020

Lee was truly an Officer and a Gentleman. We thoroughly loved and enjoyed our dear Gleneagles neighbor.

Marvin Miller

December 22, 2020

Beloved wife Shelley, faithful dog Lucy, and I had the privilege of knowing Lee for almost 4 years when we moved 3 houses down from him at Gleneagles in 2015. Soon neighborly turned into a grand love and appreciation for this kind and country loving man - just ask Lucy. Lee had a large box of extra large dog biscuits in his garage, and when I opened our garage door to take 15 pound Lucy for a walk, and Lucy saw Lee outside she was at his side in no time. Lee was known to provide an unlimited number of dog treats to Lucy. The bond between L and L was touching as Lee poured love and dog treats into Lucy. We have come revere those who have served our military, and Lee did so proudly. While he was in the Navy, I would often say good bye to him with a "Semper Fi".

RIP dear neighbor and Semper Fi,

Marvin, Shelley, and Lucy Miller

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