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Lewis Desonio Powell Sr.

04/27/1956 - 06/14/2025

Lewis Desonio Powell Sr. obituary, 04/27/1956-06/14/2025, Cambridge, MD

BORN

04/27/1956

DIED

06/14/2025

Lewis Powell Obituary

(Age 69)
Of Cambridge, MD passed away on Saturday June 14, 2025. He is survived by his wife Paulette; children James (Mia), Lewis Jr. (Kia), and Tiara Wooden; his siblings Vermelle Muse, Leonardo (Cynthia), William, and Anthony ( Anne); and a host of other relatives and friends. Viewing will be held on Tuesday June 24, 2025 10 a.m. until funeral service at 11 a.m. at Ascension Lutheran Hills, 7415 Buchanan Street, Landover Hills MD. Interment Lincoln Memorial Cemetery, Suitland MD.

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Published by The Washington Post on Jun. 21, 2025.

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Jim Hunter

June 24, 2025

Lewis was a great guy that always had a smile on his face. We worked together on many different jobs and he was a joy to be around. Our prayers go out to the family.

Elana Gardner

June 24, 2025

I am sorry for the loss of your loved one. He was a devoted father, grandfather and great grandfather. Heaven gained an angel.

Patricia Tucker

June 23, 2025

To Paulette and family keeping you lifted in prayer and you have my deepest condolences. I pray that God will give you peace and comfort in the days ahead love you

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Dave Edwards

June 23, 2025

Worked with Lewis at Pepco. Sorry to hear of his passing. My condolences to Paulette and the entire family.

Rochelle Brown

June 22, 2025

To Paulette and The Lewis Powell Family, You have our deepest condolences. We pray that You and the Family will find Peace and Comfort in Cherished Memories with Lewis. May God´s Presence keep your hearts and minds during this time. Blessings to You All...Rochelle and Brian Brown, along with Joanna Salos.

Shirley (tish) Powell

June 22, 2025

May the peace of God comfort your children James Lewis Jr Tracie who predeceased you and Tiara

Paul Rouse

June 21, 2025

You are the very first person I ever worked with a Pepco Lewis. You were always fair always kind and good to me. Really appreciate it Paulette. I´m very sorry for your loss. He´s in a better place. Rest in peace my friend

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24

Visitation

10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Ascension Lutheran Church

7415 Buchanan Street, Landover, MD 20784

Jun

24

Service

11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Ascension Lutheran Church

7415 Buchanan Street, Landover, MD 20784

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