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Martha Lewis Obituary
10/6/1932-9/16/2018
Martha C. Lewis, age 85, passed away peacefully at her home on September 16, 2018 in Auburn, California.
She was born on October 6, 1932 in Ophir, California. Martha was preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Helen Vargas, and her husband of 53 years, Manuel Lewis.
She is survived by her loving sister Janice Vargas, brother-in-law Joe Vargas, sons Manuel (Frank) Lewis and Matthew Lewis, daughter-in-law Sheryse Lewis, grandchildren Wade, Elaina, Mason, and Nolan, and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Martha was a Placer County resident for her whole life and was a school teacher at Ophir Elementary for 33 years. She was an active member of numerous Portuguese Societies, the Newcastle Portuguese Hall Association, and St. Joseph's Catholic Church.
Martha touched many lives and was dearly loved by her family and friends. She will be deeply missed by all who were honored to know her and who loved her.
A Rosary will be held on Thursday, September 27, 2018 at Chapel of the Hills, 1331 Lincoln Way, Auburn CA 95603, at 6 p.m. The memorial mass will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday, September 28, 2018 at St. Joseph's Church, 1162 Lincoln Way, Auburn, with reception to follow. Private graveside service will be held at New Auburn Cemetery at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to the Newcastle Portuguese Hall Association, PO Box 162, Loomis, CA, 95650, St. Joseph's Parish in Auburn, or a charitable organization of your choice.
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Memories and Condolences
for Martha Lewis
Toby Cartright
October 10, 2018
So sorry to read about Mrs Lewis, what a loss for the family and community. Mrs Lewis was my 1st grade teacher at Ophir school. Her loving guidance impacted me throughout my life. To this day I carry her beautiful smile with me. Her family can take comfort in knowing Mrs Lewis was truly a kind and gentle woman who touched many lives with love and kindness.
October 3, 2018
My deepest condolences to your family during this most difficult time. May you find comfort and peace in knowing that your loved one is in God's memory, because those who pass on are precious in his eyes. Psalms 116:15.
October 1, 2018
Martha was a true friend and will be missed. It was always a joy to meet up with her as she greeted you with such a beautiful smile and a hug. My condolences to the family.
Ruth Costa, Auburn
Brandon
September 30, 2018
My condolences to all in the family for your loss. May you find comfort in true family and friends. (Proverbs 17:17)
September 30, 2018
A caring teacher and a wonderful person is how I remember my 1st and 2nd grade teacher at Ophir School. She never forgot her students. My thoughts are with the family. Marsha Furlong
Lois Fitzhugh
September 28, 2018
A wonderful lady she will be missed.
Barbara Jacinto
September 27, 2018
So sad to hear the news today. Martha was so very special, she will be dearly missed.
Willie
September 27, 2018
Good bye pretty Lady a friend of many years and neighbor in the shirland tract, go with god. Willie Slade Stevensville Montana.
September 27, 2018
A truly wonderful lady and a neighbor of many years in the shirland tract, go with god pretty lady. Willie Slade, Stevensville Montana.
September 26, 2018
My sincere sympathy to all the family,
Colleen Webber Nicholas
Kathleen Byers
September 25, 2018
Martha was a wonderful person...a true lady! So kind. She was so proud of her family and loved her family and friends. I will miss her smile. I am proud , honored and blessed to have known her. Rest in Peace Martha I know you are smiling and holding Manual again.
Marian l Mercado
September 25, 2018
I was sorry to hear that Mrs. Lewis had passed she was a wonderful person. I was honored to have known her. My heart is heavy knowing I will not run into her at the clinic or at the pancake breakfast / Portuguese Hall, she will be dearly missed. I will love her always - Marian
September 25, 2018
Sorry for your loss may you find comfort during those days of sadness. Psalm 23 is great comforting words from our Loving Creator.
Jenny Peters
September 24, 2018
Martha and my grandmother Aldina Peters were very good friends. Sadly I only had four years with my grandmother, but I was fortunate enough to grow up close to Martha and hear stories about their adventures together. It was truly my favorite thing in the world and I will miss Martha dearly. All my love and deepest condolences to the Lewis family. <3
September 24, 2018
Psalm 90:10 says that the days of our years are 70 years, And if because of special mightiness they are 80 years. May the memories of the wonderful times you shared together bring a smile and joy in your heart.
Toni Valliere
September 24, 2018
Martha and Manuel were a great couple. My Aunt Belle Schmitt had them both over for many years. Belle and Manuel were related. Martha was a dear love and always sending us holiday cards over the years.
Blessings and love to her family.
Love from the Schmitts and Vallieres. Xoxo
Patti McClure
September 24, 2018
Martha was one of our Ophir neighbors for many years and more recently enjoyed catching up at the Placer monthly luncheons. She was a beautiful lady and will be greatly missed. Our sincere condolences, Patti and Jim McClure
September 24, 2018
My deepest sympathy goes out to the family. May you find comfort from our God of comfort during this difficult time Act 24:15
BC~
California
Diane Lane
September 23, 2018
Mrs. Lewis was my first and second grade teacher and I loved her. As friends of the family I continued to keep in touch and she always had a kind word to share and a smile for all. She will missed and I am saddened by her passing.
K C and family
September 23, 2018
Sorry to hear of your family's loss.
September 20, 2018
My condolences. May the thoughts at Hosea 13:14, where God promises to reverse deaths effects, bring a measure of comfort during this difficult time.*
September 20, 2018
When someone you love becomes a memory the is a treasure in your heart and remains with you forever , may these treasures fill your heart with love and bring you peace Hosea 13:14
DHW
September 20, 2018
To family and friends, my deepest sympathies, for the loss of your dearly beloved, Ms. Martha C. Lewis. May it bring comfort and hope, in knowing God knows of your pain, that he cares for you, thus he is with you now, and will be with you in the difficult days ahead, and always. 1 Peter 5:6,7.
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