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George Lewis Obituary
He was born April 30, 1922, to the late Eugene and Daisey Lewis Horetense Ellis-Lewis.
He was preceded in death by two brothers, Lue Stanley and Otis Lewis; four sisters, Virginia Lewis-Ellis, Mattie Lou Lewis, Edna Lewis Kingston, and Naomi Lewis Williams,
Mr. Lewis received a degree in botany from Hampton University and retired from the county of Los Angeles, California, as superintendent. He served in the United States Army and was a veteran of World War II.
He is survived by one sister, Mrs. Ruth Lewis Smith of Unionville, Virginia; and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.
A visitation will be held from 6 until 8 p.m. Wednesday, March 7, 2007, at Satchell's Funeral Home. A viewing will start at 10 a.m. until the time of the service, at 11 a.m. on Thursday, March 8, 2007, at the Wayland Blue Ridge Baptist Center, Rixeyville, Virginia. The Reverend James L. Holmes will be the eulogist.
Interment will follow at the Lewis family cemetery in Unionville, Virginia.
In lieu of flowers please make contributions to Wayland Blue Ridge Baptist Association, P.O. Box 1037, Orange, VA 22960.
Satchell's Funeral Service Inc., of Orange, Virginia, is in charge of arrangements.
Memories and Condolences
for George Lewis
Cynthia Chew
March 25, 2017
I met Mr. Lewis in the Camelia Gardens at Descanso. He walked with my aunt who was in a wheel chair. My aunt loved botany. He was a rare person.
Sheila Lewis
March 12, 2007
Cousin George,
Many thanks for your "gift" of knowledge that you bestowed upon those who were fortunate enough to be in your presence. I will always cherish the time you spent guiding and educating me on the aspects of horticulture and floriculture - especially the orchids. You are now in the company of all the other wonderful Lewis Angels. We will miss and love you always!
Nina Williams-Mbengue
March 12, 2007
Uncle George,
You will be dearly missed. I thank God each day that my two daughters, Salymata and Amina, got to spend time with you last summer. They are so proud to be your great-nieces and will always have wonderful memories of the time they were able to spend with you and Aunt Ruth at her lovely home. You were an inspiration to them.
Love, Nina Williams-Mbengue
Dr. Mike Hatfield
March 10, 2007
I am sad to see the notice concerning the death of George Lewis. He attended North Pamunkey Baptist Church many times when I was the pastor there and we considered him an unofficial member because of his support. The community there has lost a great man and tremendous leader for the area. George was a treasure in the time I knew him.
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Michael Marshall
March 9, 2007
I worked with George for 20 years at Descanso Gardens in La Canada, Ca. He was a great Superintendant to work for and a good friend. He will be missed.
Rev.& Sis. Harrison Williams
March 7, 2007
To The family of
Bro. George H. Lewis,
We were deeply saddened by the loss of our friend Bro. Lewis. We are confident that your loss is heaven's gain and earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal. He will be greatly missed.
God Bless you,
Janet Frye
March 7, 2007
To the Lewis family, you are in my prayers for strength and comfort. I did not know Mr. Lewis but I have heard of so many beautiful things that he has accomplished.
Joan S McClung
March 7, 2007
Mr. Lewis's kind and gentle manner will always be remembered. God bless you Ruth and family. Heaven is a better place now.
March 6, 2007
Johnny and Jeanie Altman
Page Sullenberger
March 6, 2007
We at Orange Downtown Alliance are saddened at news of George's death. His contributions to our organization and to the beauty of our town are countless. We never pass his garden without thinking of his warm personality and his gentle regard for all things natural. Heaven's garden will be a better place for having George in it!
Barbara Wood
March 6, 2007
To the Smith & Lewis Family, may God bless each one of you.
David & Barbara Jean Wood
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