Edith A. Lewis

Edith A. Lewis obituary, Keystone Heights, FL

Edith A. Lewis

Edith Lewis Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Jones - Gallagher Funeral Home - Keystone Heights on Oct. 1, 2025.

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Edith Ann Lewis (Crawford), 75, of Keystone Heights, FL, passed away peacefully under hospice care on June 14, 2025.Born on July 13, 1949, in Columbus, Ohio, Edith spent her early childhood in Ohio before moving to Michigan with her mother in the early 1950s. In 1996, she relocated to Gainesville, FL, where she married Michael A. Lewis on October 6, 1998. Throughout her time in Gainesville, she devoted herself to her home and family, working primarily as a homemaker while also taking on small jobs as time allowed.Edith was a vibrant, loving soul, deeply devoted to her family and especially her grandchildren, whom she cherished beyond measure. She found joy in creating art, getting lost in books, spending time on the beach, and crafting delicious meals in the kitchen. Cooking and baking brought her immense happinesswhether she was preparing a comforting family dinner or baking treats for loved ones, the warmth of her kitchen was always a reflection of her generous spirit.She was preceded in death by her older brother, George (Lorna) Crawford of Carson City, MI. She is survived by her son Shawn (Angela) Crawford of Cutler Bay, FL, and her daughter Jennifer L. (John) Rutland of Jacksonville, FL. She also leaves behind four beloved brothers: William E. (Dawn) Crawford of Pittsford, MI, Michael (Sandi) Crawford of Ft. Meyers, FL, James (Jim) Crawford of Spring Hill, FL, and Gary Crawford of Plantation, FL. Edith is also survived by her adored grandchildren: Kaleb Dockery of St. Augustine, FL, Isabelle Rutland, and Malcolm Rutland of Jacksonville, FL.Her memory will live on through the family she treasured, the art she created, and the love she shared with those fortunate enough to have known her.
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