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Elsie Lewis Obituary

Of Stoneham, formerly of Reading December 2, 2007. Beloved wife of the late James Joseph Lewis, Sr. Devoted mother of Joan E. Bennett and her husband Scott of Westford and James J. Lewis, Jr. and his wife Laura of Reading. Cherished sister of Stella Patterson of Westwood, George H. Mansfield of Revere and Phyllis Farrell of Stoneham and loving grandmother of Melissa Bennett, Collin, Devon, Jacqueline and Mary Lewis. Funeral from the Douglass, Edgerley and Bessom Funeral Home, 25 Sanborn St. (corner of Woburn St.) READING Thursday, December 6 at 8 AM followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Agnes Church, 186 Woburn St., Reading at 9 AM. Relatives and friends invited to attend. Funeral Home visiting hours Wednesday 4-7. Burial in Wyoming Cemetery, Melrose. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made in Elsie's memory to the VNA Middlesex East and Visiting Nurse Hospice, 607 North Ave., Suite 17, Wakefield, MA 01880. For directions and register book johnbdouglassfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Boston Globe from Dec. 4 to Dec. 5, 2007.

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Jackie Florence

December 13, 2007

Joan, Jay and families,

I feel so fortunate to have known your Mother. That "twinkle" in her eye and great sense of humor will remain forever in my heart. My thoughts are with all of you.

Lorrie

December 12, 2007

Jay & Joan...
My memories of both your mom and dad will live on in my heart forever. They were so very special to me and my family, and for that I will always be grateful. May you carry on the same tradition in your families.

Donna Farrell

December 10, 2007

Joan, Jay & family,

As Paul said, she was everybody's favorite aunt. I'll miss her forever. Love to you all, and thanks for sharing both of your parents with me!

Rad & Linda Earle

December 9, 2007

Dear Joanie, Jay & Family, We feel so very privileged to have known your wonderful mom these last few years. We have had so much fun with her and will miss her terribly. A "ta da" to her.

MaryEllen (McCarthy) Rice

December 9, 2007

Joanie & Jay,
So sorry to hear about your loss. I loved your mother and I have so many great memories of her. She loved to laugh and was always so nice. Take care, MaryEllen

Duane Guenard

December 7, 2007

Joan,

I am very sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. My thoughts and prayers are with your mom, you, and your family.

Charlene Bazarian

December 5, 2007

Joan, Jay & Family, I was so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. I will never forget all her many kindnesses. She was such a sweet woman, and I fondly remember many wonderful family dinners at your house growing up. I'm so very sorry.

Muriel Erickson (Studley)

December 5, 2007

May God bless your family in this time of sorrow. El and I go way back before marriage, kids and whatever, back to Kemper Insurance. We had so much fun and El was so much a part ofit. I loved her dearly. Muriel Erickson

John B. Douglass & John B. Douglass II

December 5, 2007

This book of memories is to serve as a record of the services you entrusted to us. We hope it will help to preserve treasured memories and that we, in some small measure, have helped to ease your burden and bring you comfort.

David and Corinne Ripa

December 4, 2007

To the Lewis Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Your mom was such a sweet, kind woman. In her smile and her eyes, you could always see how much she truly loved you all. We will be thinking of you during this difficult time.

Mike & Lillian McCormack

December 4, 2007

God has called another angel home. Everytime we see a shining star we will always think of it as Aunt Elsie's smile and cheerfulness. She is at peace with Uncle Jim watching over their family from above.
Aunt Elsie will ALWAYS live in our memories and especially in our hearts.
God bless you and you are in our prayers.
Love

Fran Kane

December 4, 2007

To me, Elsie was the cream of the crop.A beautiful young lady. Her friendship with my sisters was treasured. My deepest regrets. Fran Kane

Connie and Kate Lewis

December 4, 2007

A GREAT lady,..wife,... Mother,...Grandmother,...sister... friend, and sister-in-law. We'll miss your smile and laughing way. God Bless you!

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