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Clara Lewis Obituary
Clara Bell Lewis Clara Bell Lewis, 65, of Charlottesville, was called home to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, September 6, 2013, at her residence surrounded by family and friends. She was born on January 3, 1948, in Charlottesville, Va., the daughter of the late Robert Williams and Thelma Williams Carter. She was also preceded in death by one sister, Christine Barnes; and one daughter, Viola Cornelia Lewis. Clara was formerly educated in the Charlottesville City School System. She worked for a number of years as a silk presser at the Carriage Cleaners. She was always welcoming and possessed a charming personality. Clara was a devoted grandmother and mother; she was loved by many and will be truly missed. She leaves to cherish her memories, three sons, Maurice Antonio Lewis, Andre Lamont Lewis, and Domonic Jabber Lewis; one daughter, Stacey LaShonda Washington; three sisters, that loved her dearly, Dorothy Timberlake, Pauline Slaughter and Krista Barbour; 11 grandchildren; two great- grandchildren; a loving and devoted friend, Jerome Harris; a very special person that she thought of like a daughter, Shanika Howard; two close friends, Diana Frye and Darryl Jones; a number of nieces and nephews; one devoted niece, Kathy Parker; and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held 12 p.m. Friday, September 13, 2013, at Mt. Zion First African Baptist Church, 105 Lankford Ave., with Dr. Alvin Edwards, pastor officiating. Interment will be private. The family would like to thank the doctors and staff at the Martha Jefferson Cancer Center and the Hospice of the Piedmont, www.hopva.org for all their care during Clara Bell's illness. J. F. Bell Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. www.jfbellfuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Clara Lewis
September 17, 2013
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
anthony & Raymona wars
September 13, 2013
clara bell will truly be miss a mother to many of us who needed one i for one will miss you greatly but will for ever hold you in my heart r.i.p love kiki & ashy wars
Rev. kenneth Jones
September 13, 2013
My condolences goes out to the fam and friends of Ms Clara Bell, Clara Bell you will be missed by all but now you are in the tender loving hands of God, Amen Rev K Jones
Renate Sanders
September 13, 2013
To Alexis and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. I will always remember Clara Bell for her kind and living spirit, and for the way she always welcomed me into her home, and allowed me to pick Alexis up, so that two sisters could get to know each other. We had some great conversations back in those days, and I truly appreciated her for the way she accepted me as a part of Alexis' life. I came to learn, later, that she was just that way - loving, kind, and accepting. God has given her rest from her pain and struggle. May He bless and keep you all.
Love you, 'Lexis.
Candice Maupin
September 12, 2013
Stace,Tony,Lamont,Domonic, I Love You Guys, u guys are family. Clarabell was My Auntie, My Mother My Friend always A Beautiful Smile Kind Words And Loving Warm Heart. I Pray That you Take Comfort in Knowing your Mom was an AMAZING WOMAN Who Loved You Guys Very Much. She is in a place of Peace and Comfort Golden Streets and Mansions. May God Be With You All During Your Time Of Grief, I Love You Guys Always!
Dorenda Johnson
September 12, 2013
Dear Kaseem and family,
Clara Bell was truly an angel to all she touched and knew. I will forever be grateful for the kindness and thoughtfulness she had for my son Jamal. May you always cherish her warm smile and her wonderful and caring heart. May God continue to be with the entire family at this most difficult time.
Dorenda(Rennie)Johnson & Family
brenda jones
September 12, 2013
Clara was a wonderful person with a smile that would light up any room, always very pleasant to talk with. she will be sorely missed!!!
Katrina Brown
September 12, 2013
Clarabell,
You will be missed dearly. I no that the hands that are holding you now are the Healing hands. Your healed now. To The Family. Always remember Joy comes in the morning. I will always remember the good times. love you
September 12, 2013
Clara was truly a kind, loving and beautiful lady. Our thoughts anf prayers are with you all.
With deepest sympathy, Kitty and John Burton
Stephanie Witcher
September 11, 2013
To Clarabell Children, Grandchildren and Pauline and Dot, May the lord strenghten you'll at this difficult time. Clarabell was such an beautiful woman, and loved and cherish her so much. She was the best grandmother i ever met, as well as and excellent Mother. To God Be The Glory For this Loving Woman. Love you'll!!!
mary sandridge
September 11, 2013
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Stephanie Witcher
September 11, 2013
Clarabell was an excellent Mother, Grandmother and Friend. She will be greatly miss. Love her dearly. I will always remember you Bell! See you when i get there.
Shelly, babyjames
September 11, 2013
We love u maduke, u will always be in our heart.
Monique Tyler
September 11, 2013
May God continue to Bless the family, she will be missed, her warm spirited smile....
Sandra Loving
September 11, 2013
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
PAM/ CHARLIE WILLIAMS
September 11, 2013
AUNTIE U TRULY GOIN 2 BE MISS SO MUCH BUT I KNO U IS IN A BETTER PLACE NOW IM GOIN 2 ALWAYS REMEMBER U WHEN WE HAV THE GATHERIN AND U ALWAYS TELL ME 2 PLAY THE MUSIC PAM AND CHARLIE SAID U GOIN 2 MISS U 2 AND IT WAS SO PLESURE 2 MEET U AND HE SAID HE LOVE U 2.
ron ebony smith
September 11, 2013
clara bell was a special person whom i've known my dear life. She will not suffer anymore and will be greatly miss by many. My heart goes out to the Lewis family, and my she rest in peace.
Lulu and La'Tonya McGhee
September 11, 2013
May God bless you with strength and peace at this time. To Stacey, Dominic and Boodie, be strong and know if y'all need anything we are here.
Lucille Washington
September 10, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Coni Dorsey
September 10, 2013
I have known Clarabell since I had worked at the University Cafeteria many years ago. She was sweet, honest and always full of fun. Once you were her friend, she always had your back. She was a wonderful mother and grandmother who always puts her family first. She will be greatly missed and forever loved. My heart Andrew prayers are with the family.
Rita Banks
September 10, 2013
Ms. Clara,
This lady was a mother and grandmother to all that knew her. She was a true definition of class, sophistication, character, wisdom and soul. . I'm so honored to have known and love you. I know you are now resting in peace, no more pain, suffering and sorrow. Rest on and may God bless and comfort your family through this difficult time. I will miss you.
Kaseem, you know where I am if you all need us for anything.
Love and blessings to the family.
Rita Mallory-Banks and family.
John & Bessie Smith
September 10, 2013
To the Lewis family, our prayers are with you. Clarabelle was much loved by us and several people in the community. She was Mom to a lot of us. I will miss her deeply. John and Niecy Smith.
Teresa Goodwin
September 10, 2013
To the fsmily, Clara was the most kind and sweetiest person I know I am sorry for your loss but just keep faith in God and he will bring you all through.
Pamela Gray
September 10, 2013
Clara was a woman of strength and compassion. She brought happiness wherever she went. Her laugh was infectious and her eyes, simply mesmerizing.
The world has lost a very special person, and will never be able to fill the void that has been left behind.
Just find comfort in knowing she is no longer in pain and remember that you are not alone in this grievous journey.
Novella Maupin Brown (Lil Vell)
September 10, 2013
To the Lewis Family, whom I hold so very dear to my heart. Tony, Dominique, Lamont and Stacey, my heart bleeds for you. Knowing that there is no greater love in this world than that of a mother. I pray that you all will find strength in the memories that you share with one another of your loving mother. She was always such a beautilful person inside and out. I know she will be greatly missed and never forgotten. May God bless each and everyone of you. Love you all.
Shamika Harrell
September 10, 2013
Love you ! Mommy
Sharon Banks
September 10, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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