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Leonard Lewis Obituary

Lewis Leonard F. Lewis, Sr., born January 11, 1936 in Charleston, WV, passed away March 16, 2017. A 1953 graduate of Garnett High School, in Charleston, Leonard completed a 4 year enlistment with the U.S. Air Force and was honorably discharged in 1960. He retired from Nationwide Insurance Co. after 35 years of service and then worked as a bus driver for ten years with Columbus City Schools. Preceded in death by parents Inez and Samuel Lewis, twin brother Leon, sisters Marie Hawes, Juanita Davison, and Janet Lewis, and grandson Andrew. Survived by wife, Maxine E. Lewis; daughters, Melinda (Quincy) Howard and Lisa (Rodney) Hopkins; son, Leonard Jr. (Angela); brothers, Samuel Jr., Don (Thelma), both of Charleston, and Harold (Betty); sister, Christine Dickerson of Charleston; grandchildren, Angelo Brown, Brandon Lewis, Sydney Howard, Ryan Hopkins, and Reggie Hopkins; and a host of other relatives and friends. Celebration of Life 11 a.m. Friday, March 24, 2017 at New Birth Christian Ministries, 3475 Refugee Rd., where his family will receive friends from 10 a.m. until the start of service. Interment Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens. Arrangements entrusted to DIEHL-WHITTAKER FUNERAL SERVICE, 720 E. Long St. To express condolences to Leonard's family, please visit www.diehl-whittaker.com/obits

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Mar. 21 to Mar. 23, 2017.

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Steven Outley

March 24, 2017

My condolences to the Lewis family , meet Lenny as a Columbus City School bus driver, Lenny always had on his face and nice to everyone. I remember Lenny selling me a Blue Honda prelude that bought for my daughter as a first car. Gonna miss you Lenny , and may Our Lord And Savior Bless Your Family. The Outley Family

Beth Broughman

March 24, 2017

With deep sympathy to you and your family Lenny. Honor your father's memory with immeasurable appreciation, respect and love today and always. Cherish the memories as they will help get you through this most difficult time.

Daniel Ross

March 23, 2017

My condolences to you and your family Lenny Jr. My prayers are with you.

Rose Carpenter

March 23, 2017

A beautiful and kind family. Mr. Lewis you will be missed. God bless and love you all.

Sha Purvis

March 23, 2017

From the first time my grandma encountered Mr. Leonard, she fell in love with him & served as a Pall bearer at her funeral. On behalf of the Purvis family, we extend our most deepest of condolences during this most difficult time in your lives. Enbracing, thinking & keeping the Lewis family in our thoughts & prayers. Lovingly, Ada, Laurie & Sharon.

Willette Crawford

March 23, 2017

My deepest condolences to Melinda, Quincy and Sydney during this difficult time. You and your entire family are in my prayers.

Sandra King

March 22, 2017

To Maxine, and the Lewis family, i was sorry to hear of the passing of your husband, father. May God comfort strenghten you during this differcult time.

Roberta Hill-Smith

March 22, 2017

My prayers are with you. MAY YOU BE BLESSED IN KNOWING THAT WE CARE

Andrea Cuthbert

March 22, 2017

Deepest condolences to Quincy Howard and family.

"The Eagle Has Landed"

Herb USMC

March 22, 2017

Herb USMC

March 22, 2017

Herb USMC

March 22, 2017

Herb USMC

March 22, 2017

USAF Memorial

Herb USMC

March 22, 2017

10 year Driver

Herb USMC

March 22, 2017

Retired 35 years

Herb USMC

March 22, 2017

Herb USMC

March 22, 2017

Herb USMC

March 22, 2017

Herb Guyer-Sharfenaker USMC

March 22, 2017

God Bless and Thank YOU,Leonard for your service... RIP ... And Semper Fi.

March 22, 2017

May the love of friend and family carry you through your grief.

Thomas and Anna Hancock

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