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Frances Mary Alexius Lewis

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Frances Lewis Obituary

LEWIS Frances Mary Alexius Lewis passed away on Tuesday, August 9, 2011 in New Orleans, Louisiana. She was born on September 5, 1939 in Madisonville, La to the union of the late Walter Hector Alexius and the late Flora Mae Baham. She was a homemaker and longtime resident of New Orleans. She is survived by her loving and devoted husband of nearly 54 years. Paris James Lewis, Jr. and her adoring children, Donna Lewis Fournier, Christopher Lewis, Lisa Lewis Gallimore, Angela Villavicencio and Andre Lewis. She was the mother-in-law to Ronald Fournier, Marlinda Green Lewis, James Gallimore, Gabrielle Villavicencio, and Shawanda Cross Lewis. She was a beloved sister to Calvin Alexius, Elaine (Eli) Pichon, Claudette (Jessie) Antoine, Shirley (C.J.) Lightell, Doris (Robert) Dumas, Aubrey (Nyoka) Alexius, Valerie (Gary) Lange, Gloria (Gilmore) Turkin, and the late Walter Paul Alexius. Sister-in-law to Myra Lewis, Clayton (Olga) Antoine, Jessie Antoine, and the late Marlene (Charlie) Benn. She was an adoring grandmother to Nadine Fournier, Alyshia Williams, Aimee (Roy) Culp, Lakinya (Micheal) Thomas, Ronald (Tina) Fournier Jr., Andre Williams Jr., Christopher (Dianne) Lewis Jr., Melaine Fournier, Latasha Lewis, Matthew Fournier, Gabriella Villavicencio and the late Joseph Lewis. She is also survived by 13 grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews and other family members. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday, August 13, 2011 at 11:00 am. at St. Maria Goretti Church, 7300 Crowder Blvd., New Orleans, La. Visitation form 10:00 am to time of service. Interment will be in St. Louis #3 Cemetery, Esplanade Ave., New Orleans, La. You may sign the guest book on www.gertrudegeddeswillis.com and nola.com/obits. GERTRUDE GEDDES WILLIS FUNERAL HOME INC., IN CHARGE.

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Published by The Times-Picayune on Aug. 12, 2011.

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Dave Richardson

August 6, 2022

MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY
I share your grief and sorrow in the loss of someone so close and loved so much by all of us. Rest in peace!

Artis Bartee Jr

September 11, 2011

To the Lewis Family, my deepest sympathy.
Artis L. Bartee Jr.

August 21, 2011

"All the pain and grief is over, Every restless tossing passed; I am now at peace forever, Safely ome in Heaven at last."
Our thoughts and prayer are with you.

The Alexius-Cruz family

August 15, 2011

To the Lewis Family, she fought a good fight and finished her course, she won her spot in heaven, you will see her again!. Be blessed. Mercy LaPointe, coworker of Melissa Mewa

Marilyn Richardson

August 15, 2011

TO THE LEWIS FAMILY:
My heart is aching over the loss of your mother. As neighbors, we affectionately called her Mrs. L. I know that God determines the day, hour, and time for each of us to come home to him. We had so many good times and memories with Mrs. L. I loved her so.....much. I pray for each of you. God will give each of you peace, comfort and the strength to continue on. We love you all.

The Richardson Family

August 15, 2011

Paris Lewis and the entire Family,
We feel your sorrow and pain. You will always be in our prayers. Our deepest sympathy.

Wilburene[rene] Saterfield

August 14, 2011

To the Lewis family. My prayers are with you in your time of sorrow. May GOD bless and keep youand give you the strengh need.

August 13, 2011

" Donna, my prayers are with you and your family at this time of sorrow. Although it has been many years since I first met your mom, I could tell immediately that she was a special person. Lillie Painia (New Orleans, LA)

Lorraine Thornton

August 13, 2011

Earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal. My prayers are with the family and friends of your loved one. If you need me call and I will respond.
Your Friend and Co-worker
Lorraine M. Thornton and Family

Miss CC

August 13, 2011

ENJOY YOUR JOURNEY WITH JESUS CHRIST... SPREAD YOUR WINGS AND FLY WITH THE ANGELS...

Miss CC

August 12, 2011

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998

Claude & Althea Roberts

August 12, 2011

TO THE ENTIRE LEWIS FAMILY:

ON BEHALF OF MY WIFE (ALTHEA) & MYSELF & THE ENTIRE ROBERTS FAMILY OF ST. ROSE, LA WE WOULD LIKE TO CONVEY OUR DEEPEST & HEART-FELT CONDOLENSES ON THE HOME-GOING OF YOUR BELOVED ONE. PLEASE KNOW THAT ALL OF US ARE PRAYING WITH & FOR ALL OF YOU DOING YOUR TIME OF BEREAVEMENT. MAY THE LORD OUR GOD STREGHTEN & BLESS ALL OF YOU. STAY STRONG FAMILY.

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