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Olen H. Lewis Jr.

Gloucester Point, Virginia

Age 81

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Williamsburg: Olen Hales Lewis Jr., 81, son of the late Olen H. Lewis Sr. and Willie Major Lewis of Richmond, died in Norfolk February 1, 2019, following a short illness. At the time of his death Olen was living in Williamsburg and formerly lived in Gloucester for many years.A native of Richmond,...

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Robin We were so sorry to hear about your beloved Dad's passing. Jeff and I are from Pittsburgh, and we met him at Chownings Tavern in Williamsburg over 25 years ago. As we visited Williamsburg frequently, Olen became our friend.
Olen gave me a Williamsburg figurine who looked like him as Mr.Chowning, and said that he wanted me to have it to always remember him.
Jeff and I will not forget Olen. He was a wonderful person and always spoke highly of you. Our only regret is not seeing...

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Sorry to hear that olen passed away he was my neighbor

My condolences to the family. When someone we love falls asleep in death the memories we have of them are precious to us. May those cherished memories of a life well lived and God's promise at John 6:40 bring you a measure of comfort.

JA

My teacher from 5th thru 12th grade. He was amazing, he was interested in everything. He listened, he cared. He taught us! Hugs Robin, thank you for sharing your Dad with us. He was/is loved by so many. My deepest sympathy to you in this great loss.

Robin, I am so sorry for your loss. There are so many things I remember about Mr. Lewis and the things he taught about. I still sometimes talk about some of the things I learned in Humanities class, even to this day. Like when we went to visit Hogg Funeral Home as a field trip, and I came home and told Mom and Dad about the casket I had picked out for myself. They were not happy. They thought it was morbid. :) The way he affectionately referred to corn fritters... H.M.S. Pinafore... and a...

Enjoyed his classes at GHS very much. A great guy and superb teacher, will be missed for sure. Mr. Lewis touched many, and we are thankful.