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Delphine T. Howard Lewis

Delphine Lewis Obituary

LEWIS (JOHNSON) Delphine T. Howard Lewis, 59, passed away February 17, 2006 at her residence. Born February 18, 1946 in Toledo, Ohio to Aaron Johnson and Jamesetta Stephenson. A graduate of Toledo University, starting her career as an elementary teacher at Garfield Elementary in the Toledo Public School System, moving to Columbus in 1976 and continuing as a dedicated and accomplished first grade teacher at Brookside Elementary in the Worthington Public School System, retiring in 2001. Member of the Columbus Chapter of Carats, Inc., Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., and St. Paul A.M.E. Church, where she participated in Servamus Club, Lay Organization, Senior Usher Board and Circle Leader. Survived by husband, Julian Leigh Lewis; son, Clanford Alexander Howard, Jr. (Tiffany); daughter, Cisha Alexandria Howard; grandson, Cameron Alexander Howard; step-son, Julian Leigh Lewis, Jr. (Debbie); sister, Deborah Lott (Richard); brothers, David Nunn (Celeste), Dwight Nunn, Walter Nunn, and Vernon Woodfork, all of Toledo. Homegoing Celebration 11 a.m. Friday, February 24, 2006 at St. Paul A.M.E. Church, 639 E. Long Street, where the family will receive friends from 10 a.m. until start of service. Delta Sigma Theta Omega service at 10:30 a.m. Interment Northlawn Memory Gardens. Arrangements entrusted to DIEHL-WHITTAKER FUNERAL SERVICE, 720 E. Long Street.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch on Feb. 22, 2006.

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Cheryl Nunnley

March 4, 2006

To the Howard/Lewis family, My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May God grant you peace and give you favor as you heal from your loss. Cisha, I didn't know your mother, but we share in our sisterhood of DST. May God bless your family.

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Cheryl L.Nunnley

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N. Long

March 1, 2006

I knew Delphine from the OSU Wellness Center where she came to exercise. Delphine was an inspiration to all of us who work there and to all of the patients and members who also exercise there. Delphine's determination and courage will always inspire us and I am a better person for having known her.

Edward & Jaime Stegall

February 24, 2006

Cisha, Alex, and the entire Howard & Lewis families our prayers and love are with you during this difficult time. Cisha, I have known you since preschool and your mother was always a strong force and will continue to be this in your life. God has truly acquired another angel! I love you!

Melva Langston Martin

February 24, 2006

I am extremely sorry for the loss of such a great lady. Remember the good times and know that she is still with you. Cisha, while we were growing up she treated me like I was part of the family and I cherished that. Love you all.

Jennifer & Melvin Langston

February 24, 2006

The family is in our prayers. Just remember, God is Good All The Time.

Leta Gibbs

February 23, 2006

Very to sorry to hear of Soror Delphine's passing. She was a loving and dedicated woman who I had the pleasure of meeting. She was a faithful servant even in her sickness. May God bless and comfort you during your hour of bereavement.

Essie W. Cannon, TTBOD

February 23, 2006

May beautiful memories ease the pain of your loss. God bless you and keep you in his care.

Barbara Dixon

February 23, 2006

I pray that God will strengthen and encourage you during this time of bereavement. I will miss seeing Delphine at church. She was a very unique individual.

Betty Whittaker

February 23, 2006

To: The Lewis Family

My prayers are with you .

Charlene Fields-Greene

February 22, 2006

To: Alex and Cisha



My prayers are with you both during your time of bereavement. Cherish the memories you share with your mother.

Gahanna-Lincoln High School(retired)

Maxine Porter

February 22, 2006

My thoughts pause with you as you celebrate the life and homegoing of Delphine, my dear high school friend. Be encouraged and trust God for comfort and strength.

Delta Sigma Theta

February 22, 2006

Our deepest sympathy to the Lewis family. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.



Marcia Dukes, President

Columbus (OH) Alumnae Chapter

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