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- March 15, 2014
Charles W. Lewis
Niagara Gazette
SHAWNEE - Charles W. Lewis, of Shawnee, passed away at his home on Wednesday, March 12, 2014.
He was born in Longview, WA, on November 3, 1930, the son of the late John S. and Iva (Stevenson) Lewis.
Mr. Lewis served with the US Air Force, from 1948 until 1952. He remained in the area after his discharge. Mr. Lewis was a Civil Engineer with the US Army Corp of Engineers, before retiring in 1979.
He was the second oldest member of the Shawnee Fire Company, where he served as Chief and was an Exempt member of the Company. Mr. Lewis was also a member of St. Paul's U.C.C. at Shawnee and was a ranger at Shawnee Golf Course.
He enjoyed spending time with his family, fishing, gardening, hunting, golfing and playing cards.
Mr. Lewis was the husband of the late Alice M. (Lemke) Lewis, who died in June of 2012.
He is survived by three sons, Doyle (Linda) Lewis of Camden, SC, Dan (Karen) Sherwood of Pendleton, and Tim (Debra) Sherwood of Ackworth, GA; one daughter Karen (Steve) Palistrant of Cambria; also 16 grandchildren, three great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews. He was the brother of the late Loren and Jack Lewis.
A memorial service with military honors will be held on Monday at 11:00 AM at the RHONEY FUNERAL HOME, 5893 Hoover Road, SANBORN, NY, with the Rev. Pierre Albrecht' Carrie officiating. Flowers are gratefully declined. Memorials may be made in his name to the Shawnee Fire Company, 3747 Lockport Road, Sanborn, NY 14132.
Visit www.rhoneyfuneralhome.com for guest register.
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1920 - 2014 (93 years)