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Joe LEWIS Obituary
He is survived by his companion, Dorothy Bell of Washington D.C.; two daughters, JoAnn Palmer Knight (John) of Newport News, and Gail Whitaker of Enfield N.C.; one brother, MacArthur Lewis of Alexandria, Va.; two sisters, Carrie Lee Whitaker of Washington, D.C., and Willie Mae Silvers of Enfield N.C.; and a host of relatives and friends.
His life will be celebrated on Dec. 3, 2009, at Johnson and Jenkins Funeral Home in Washington D.C. Visitation will begin at 11 a.m. followed by a memorial service at noon.
In lieu of flowers, to benefit the homeless, contributions may be made to St. Vincent dePaul Catholic Church, Back Door Ministry, 230-33rd Street, NN, VA 23607. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Joe LEWIS
3 Entries
Lydia Walker
December 2, 2009
JoAnn & Family:
I'm so sorry for your loss. May God continue to give you the strength to endure this most difficult time. And in the days to come, try to focus on and remember all the wonderful times spent together, which in turn, will bring you peace.
James Johnson
December 1, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in
your time of grief.May your memories bring you comfort.
Michele Trader
December 1, 2009
JoAnn and family,
I was so sorry to hear of Mr. Lewis' passing. My love and prayers go out to you at this time of sorrow. May your memories of earlier times bring you comfort.
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