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Patsy Lewis Obituary
Born on Oct. 1, 1925, in Buchanan, Va., she was the daughter of William R. and Julia (Reid) West and was a graduate of Buchanan High School in 1943.
In earlier years, she had worked as a telephone operator in Washington, D.C., and later in Panama City, Fla.
On July 9, 1954, she married Frederic L. Lewis in Panama City, who was stationed there with the United States Air Force. They made their home on numerous Air Force bases until her husband's retirement in 1973. They have since resided at their present home in Williamstown.
Ceramics, gardening, knitting, crocheting, cooking, traveling, collecting coins and stamps and widespread volunteer service, especially at the Central Vermont Hospital in Berlin, were her special interests.
Her memberships included the Barre Congregational Church, Unit 10 of the American Legion Auxiliary of Barre, and the Charity Chapter 57 OES of Williamstown, where she held numerous offices and was a Past Matron.
Besides her husband, she is survived by three sons, Michael Lewis and his wife, Pam, and Jamie Lewis, all of Williamstown, and Thomas Lewis and his wife, Tammy of Lexington, S.C.; eight grandchildren; one great-granddaughter; nieces and nephews.
Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her brothers, Raymond, James, Ralph and William West; and sisters, Virginia and Julia West, Juanita Bratton, Louise Graybeal and Frances Trent.
Her life will be remembered and celebrated on Thursday, Sept. 9, 2010, at 7 p.m. in the Hooker and Whitcomb Funeral Home, 7 Academy Street, Barre.
The committal service will be held Tuesday, Sept. 14, 2010, at 10 a.m. in the Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Randolph Center.
There are no calling hours.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Central Vermont Home Health and Hospice, 600 Granger Road, Barre, VT 05641 or to the American Cancer Society, 55 Day Lane, Williston, VT 05495-1460.
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Memories and Condolences
for Patsy Lewis
Sylvie Rivard
September 10, 2010
Jamie and Family -- My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Vickie Buswell
September 9, 2010
My prayers go out to Patsy's friends & family. Her smile and spirit will be remembered always. I worked with Patsy many years & she was a very special person whom I will never forget.
Vickie Buswell (Montpelier, VT)
Jeanne Hull
September 9, 2010
My deepest sympathy on Patsy's death. May God embrace you with His love and comfort during this time.
Patsy and my Mom became friends as Hospice Volunteers together. She was a lovely person.
Amy Wells-Deslaurier
September 9, 2010
Jamie, I'm sorry to hear of your mother's passing. Keeping you and your family in my prayers.
Diane Lewis
September 9, 2010
Uncle Fred & family,
I was so sorry to hear of Aunt Patsy's passing. I always enjoyed my time at your house and having you at my house for family gatherings throughout the years. Aunt Patsy was a special lady and I'm so thankful I had the pleasure of knowing her. I know you will miss her terribly, but hope the happy memories you have of her will live on.
Wendy (Miller) Tosi
September 8, 2010
To the Lewis Family,
I am sorry for your loss, Patsy was a wonderful woman I had the honor of working with several years ago.
God Bless You
Katie Bush
September 8, 2010
Dear Fred and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you. It was my pleasure to visit with Patsy. Her beautiful smile will stay with me always.
Diana Gauthier
September 8, 2010
So sorry to hear about your loss. Our prayers are with you. Diana Hood Gauthier
darla parks-brien
September 8, 2010
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Sherwood Farnham
September 8, 2010
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Erica
September 7, 2010
sorry to hear about your loss i use to work at rowen court she was a very nice lady!
Sharon White
September 7, 2010
Dear Mike Pam & Family - Sorry to hear of our loss- our thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time God Bless you all
Joann LaRochelle
September 7, 2010
To the Lewis Family, my Deepest Sympathies.
I had the privilege of working with Pasty for years, and she was a Wonderful Lady.
Co-Worker Joann
September 6, 2010
Fred and family, we are sorry for your loss Chuck and Judy Lewis
September 6, 2010
Uncle Fred and Family,So sorry to hear of the passing of Aunt Pasty. Our prayers and Love are with you. Love Tom,Pam and family.
Nancy Brooks
September 6, 2010
Fred and Family
I am sorry for your loss
My prayers are with you all
GOD bless you
Nancy Brooks
Nancy Brooks
September 6, 2010
Fred and family
I am sorry to hear of Patsy's pass. My prayers are with you.
GOD bless you all
Nancy Brooks
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