Forrest Lewis Jr.

Forrest Lewis, Jr. entered peacefully into eternal rest on Thursday, June 4, 2020 at the age of 66. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and resident of Harvey, LA. Forrest was a graduate of West Jefferson High School, and continued his studies at University of Southwestern LA (USL), where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree. He was employed as a store manager for 25 years with K&B Drug Store and retired from Southern Electronics as a Warehouse Supervisor. Forrest was an active member of St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church of Marrero, LA for more than 30 years, where he served as a Deacon, and taught some Sunday School classes. Devoted husband of Kim Day Lewis. Loving father of Nekedrea Lewis (Leon), Erica Lewis-Lemieux (Corey) and Shannon Lewis Williams (Calvin). Son of Selena Lewis Custer and the late Forrest Lewis, Sr. Stepson of the late Rev. Dr Haywood Custer. Brother of Linda Lewis Williams and the late Vanessa Lewis Johnson. Brother-in-law of Pastor Frank Williams, Sr., Eric Johnson, Elaine Day Williams, JoAnn Day, John Day, James Day, Roosevelt Day, and Lionel Day. Godfather of Amarie and Amani Stewart; also survived by 8 grandchildren, and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, also pastors, officers, and members of St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church and all neighboring churches are invited to attend a Graveside Service at Restlawn Park Cemetery, 3540 Hwy US 90 Avondale, LA on Saturday, June 13, 2020 at 12:00 Noon. Pastor Frank Williams, Sr., officiating. Arrangements by Davis Mortuary Service, 230 Monroe St.. Gretna, LA. To view and sign the guestbook, please go to www.davismortuaryservice.com. DUE TO COVID-19 PANDEMIC ATTENDANCE WILL BE LIMITED. IT IS MANDATORY EVERYONE ATTENDING WEAR A FACE MASK OR SOME TYPE OF FACE COVERING.