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Lillie Lewis Obituary

Lillie Dumas Lewis departed this life on Tuesday, January 10, 2023 at the age of 96. Beloved wife of the late Joseph Lewis. Loving daughter of Henry and Lydia Dumas. Devoted mother of James L. Lewis, Anthony Lewis, Clarence Johnson, Samuel Lewis, Linda Brown, and the late John Walters and Lydia Lewis. Sister of Marie Oubre, Lucille Steib, Edwin Dumas, Louise Young, Emily Morton, Edward Dumas and Henry Dumas, Sr. Lillie is also survived by 31 grandchildren, 60 great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, also employees of Mr. & Mrs. Morning are invite to attend a Funeral Service at New Hope Missionary Baptist Church, 1807 Rev. John Raphael Jr. Way on Thursday, January 19, 2023 at 10:00 am. Visitation will begin at 9:00 am until 10:00 am. Interment: Our Lady of Peace Cemetery. Arrangements by D.W. Rhodes Funeral Home, 1728 N. Claiborne Ave. New Orleans, LA 70116. Please visit www.rhodesfuneral.com to sign the online guestbook, share memories, and condolences for the family.

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Published by The Times-Picayune on Jan. 17, 2023.

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Meg Moring

January 26, 2023

Rest in Peace, Lillie. I am so grateful that you were part of my life.

Sonya Butler

January 21, 2023

I´m so sorry for your loss friend,I´ll never forget that Lillie gave me a place to live. I´m so glad she´s resting in the arms of Jesus.See Linda it´s not goodbye but till we meet again moma on the other side.I know it hurts but Lillie is no longer suffering.So be encouraged.God will never leave you nor forsake you especially at a time like this.(Deut.31:6).Love you friend.

Taylor Family

January 20, 2023

You all have our deepest sympathy, from one family that can truly tell you her love and memories will always be with you all. Hold them close to your hearts...Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot Heal.

Gussie Davis

January 19, 2023

She fought a good fight and now taking her rest. I thank God for her wisdom her spirit and most of all the love she shared with many. Linda and this entire family will always be in our prayers. Thank you for allowing me to journey with you Linda and your mother. May Gods Grace always be with you all.

Bonnie Montgomery

January 17, 2023

Rest In Heaven my Love. Sending my condolences to the Family. She will Truly be miss. I’m Praying for the Family. Keep her memories..

Ann Craighead

January 17, 2023

Ms. Lillie was the mother of my dear friends Lydia and Anthony Lewis. She was very kind and thoughtful. My thoughts and prayers are with her family and friends.

Ann Craighead

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