Kermit Lewis Obituary

Kermit Lewis PORTSMOUTH - On Monday, Nov. 16, 2009, God called Kermit Uriah "Billy" Lewis swiftly home at Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center. He was born in Portsmouth Dec. 4, 1944, the only child of the late Mr. Kermit Percy Lewis and Mrs. Mable O. Lewis. At an early age, he joined Mount Hermon Baptist Church. Billy graduated from I.C. Norcum High School and received his bachelor's degree from Norfolk State University. He retired from AMSEC, LLC, Hampton, Va., after many years of dedicated service as a structure engineer. He was a past Master of the Doric Masonic Lodge No. 98 and a dedicated member of the Cheroenhaka Nottaway Tribe, South Hampton County. His genealogy traces back to Patsy Turner and Bede Artis Brown. A loving husband, father and friend, he was a true people-person. He leaves to cherish his memory a loving wife, Brenda Savage-Lewis; two sons, Gunners Mate Third Class Kermit Ashleigh Lewis III of Louisville, Ky., and Darryl L. Lewis of Portsmouth; two stepdaughters, Tara Johnson of Smithfield, Va., and Taumeka Carter of Newport News, Va.; one stepson, Kelby Johnson of Suffolk; two stepgrandchildren, Zion Carter and Jordan Price; five uncles, one aunt, his mother-in-law, Mrs. Eunice Savage, three sisters-in-law, four brothers-in-law, a special friend, George Grant and many cousins, other relatives and friends. A homegoing service will be held at Celestial Baptist Church, 1439 Mount Vernon Ave., Portsmouth, Saturday, Nov. 21, at 11 a.m. by the Rev. Leon Boone. Burial will be in the Brown Cemetery, Franklin, Va. Corprew Funeral Home in charge.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Nov. 20, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Kermit Lewis

9 Entries

Lowell Carrington

November 14, 2022

Sure miss my cousin and best friend Billy.

Lowell "Brown" Carrington

November 21, 2009

Dear Brenda and family, I am sad that I will not be able to see my friend and cousin, Billy, any more. I wish that I had spent more time with the both of you. I will always remember the good times Billy and I shared growing up. He was a good person and a good friend to me. I could see how much you loved him and I hope that as time goes by your pain will ease. I know that he loved you because you loved him so much.

I will miss him and think of you both often. God bless.

Chrystal Barnes

November 21, 2009

Ms Brenda and Family, may God bring your family comfort through this difficult time. We love you and God is with you always. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love you, Chrystal and Travis (Trey) Barnes

Mary "Bunny" Griffin-Ragin

November 20, 2009

Dear Brenda and Family,
So very shocked and saddened to hear of Kermit's passing. We grew up together in this neighborhood. He lived on Douglas Ave I live on Hamilton, one block behind you. I can look out of my front window and see th back of your house. Kermit was to me, always kind and pleasant,the same as Miss. Mable,that's what we all in this neighborhood called his mom. I shall miss him, his smile and gentle chuckle. My prayers are with you now and in the future, especially as you go through this very difficult period of your life. I pray God's best blessings on you and the family.

Bruce Watson

November 20, 2009

Hello Lewis family,

I worked with Kermit for about 10 years during his time at ATG in Virginia Beach. He taught me much in our time together. I'll certainly miss him, but rejoice with you that we'll all see him again thanks to the wonderous gift of eternal live given by God's own Son Jesus!

Renee Holloman

November 20, 2009

Brenda & Family,
Billy will truly be missed. God's Blessings to you and your family at this difficult time.
The Hollomans
Renee, Thad, Teddy, Kelsey, & Ian

Sherman Holland

November 20, 2009

Love from the Sherman Holland III and family.

Herman Weaver

November 20, 2009

This is a sad, sad day for me. Billy and I have been friends in Mt Hermon for 50 years. I loved him like a brother. We have had many, many good times together. I will miss him for he was part of my childhood. His humor always kept me laughing. God bless you my brother-I love you and we will meet again.

November 20, 2009

Brenda & Family --

My prayers are with you. May God bless you and bring you peace.

Patti Conrad - Physical Therapy @ OSC-Suffolk

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