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Don Lewis

Oct 3rd, 1936 - Nov 28th, 2015

 

Private services will be held

 

   Don Edwin Lewis, age 79, of Flora, Illinois, passed away on Saturday, November 28, 2015, at Good Samaritan Hospital in Vincennes, Indiana.

   Don was born on October 3rd, 1936, and always said he didn’t make it very far in life, just across the road.  He married Reada Barton on March 11, 1954 in Cisne, and together they celebrated 61 years of marriage.  He was a lifetime resident of Flora and lifelong area farmer.  Don served numerous positions with the GIRS, a society for the documentation and preservation of Native American Artifacts.  He enjoyed spending time with family, and had numerous collecting interests.  Don’s love of farming was contagious and inspired future generations to follow in his footsteps.

   He is survived by his wife, Reada Lewis of Flora; his children: Dean (Jill) Lewis, Sheri (Scott) Fritschle, Curt (Janet) Lewis, and Tina (Alex) Booth all of Flora; along with 9 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren.  He was preceded in death by his parents: Roy and Genevieve Lewis.  Don was an inspiration to all of his family.

   A private funeral service will be held for Don Lewis with interment in Elmwood Cemetery.  Memorial donations may be given to Clay County Hospice.  Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora is assisting the family with arrangements.  Share online condolences and memories with the family at www.frankandbright.com.

 

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Terry Igert

November 29th

We send our prayers for your families! Sorry for your loss!

Brad and Schiela Yates

November 30th

So Sorry for your Loss you all in our Hearts and Prayers

kent patterson

November 30th

Rodger Lane

November 30th

So sorry for your loss prayers for you and your family

Jeral & Chris Butler

November 30th

So sorry for your loss.

Jim and Aleta Tackitt

November 30th

We are so sorry for your loss. Prayers and thoughts are with your family at this difficult time.

kim and shari

November 30th

so sorry

joe caudle

November 30th

sorry for your loss

Mike & Karen Pickel

November 30th

Bud & Linda Martin

November 30th

We are sorry for your loss. Y'all are in our thoughts and prayers. God bless.

Dana and Wille Johnson

November 30th

It is always tough to loose a loved one and Don was such a special man very sorry and will be thinking about all of you in the days and years ahead.

Kevin & Kayla Steele

November 30th

Curt, Janet, & Family You are in our thoughts and prayers during this trying time. We are here for you if you need anything. Prayers of comforter to all.

Ruth Steele

November 30th

Sorry for the loss of your loved one. Thought and Prayers to all the families of Don.

Terri Glaspy Evans

November 30th

Sorry for you loss.Praying for your family during your time of need.

Mona (Bowen)

November 30th

Sorry for your loss and prayers for all the family.

Judy Johnson Lackey

November 30th

You will be missed Uncle Don. Love and prayers for you Aunt Reada and family

Sue Yates

November 30th

Reada and family, I am so sorry for your loss, you are in my prayers.

Dorlisa and David Good

November 30th

Tina, Alex and Olivia, Reada -- and the entire Lewis family, Sending you big hugs, prayers and love as you remember Don. He was a strong man who led an amazing family with love, conviction and a quiet grace. I will always remember hanging out at your house on weekends when I was growing up in Flora. Don was always focused on the farm...but always had time to have a laugh with us. For a girl from town... there was a lot to laugh about when I was with Tina for the weekend. I can't believe all the events Tina and I planned and hosted in your machine shed... he had to think... these crazy girls.... what are they up to next. I know there are many moments that you all will hold dear... I hope the good times and the memories comfort you. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Larry & Angela Martin

November 30th

So sorry for your loss.

Judy Johnson Lackey

November 30th

You will be missed Uncle Don. Love and prayers for you Aunt Reada and family

Class of 1972

November 30th

Dean, your classmates from near and far send our condolences to you and your family at the passing of your Dad. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Harvey and Sandra Cash

November 30th

So sorry for loss our thoughts and prayers are with your family

Denny Becky Johnson

November 30th

Reda and family. So sorry to hear of Don's passing. Will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless

Herb Henson

November 30th

Very sorry for your loss, thoughts and prayers will be with your family

Tony and Judy Richars

November 30th

Our deepest sympathies to the Lewis families.

Steven R. Cooper

November 30th

Don was a fellow collector of Indian artifacts, and his light was strong in that community. He shared his artifacts at the many shows he attended and inspired many collectors. I personally remember him at show after show inviting collectors to sign up for Prehistoric American Magazine as they passed by his tables. I think he alone signed up more than a thousand members over the years, more than anyone ever. He assembled one of the finest collections in the nation and collectors would "ooh and ah" whenever he set up a display. He will be missed by many.

Reba Fry

November 30th

So sorry for your family's loss. Thoughts and prayers to all the family.

Randall Kimbrell family

December 1st

A great loss.Our deepest sympathy.

Scott Sullens

December 1st

Sorry for your loss will keep your family in my prayers

Mike and Jan Nattier

December 1st

so sorry for your loss, prayers for you all. He will be missed.

Rebecca Allen-Odle

December 1st

My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Doug and Pat Hilliard

December 1st

So very sorry for The Lewis Family lost. Prayers for comfort and peace for all the family. God Bless each one.

Steve Colbert

December 1st

Don was a true Icon in our hobby. I've enjoyed his displays for over 25 years. Peace to the Lewis family.

Jeremy & Andrea Kohn and Kids

December 1st

May God comfort you in your time of need.

Sharon & Larry Greenwood

December 1st

Prayers for God to wrap his loving arms around you at this difficult time. Cherish your memories!

Rick Schmidt

December 1st

My deepest thoughts & prayers for the entire family that the Good Lord give you that peace that passing understanding.

Dave and Linda Thompson

December 1st

Thinking of all of you.

Becky(Pierson) Williams

December 1st

My sympathy goes out to Dean ,Jill and family. So sorry for your loss.

Phil & Chris Wolfe

December 1st

Curt & Janet so sorry for your loss. Prayers to you and your entire family.

Doug & Debbie (Showalters) Slover

December 1st

Our deepest sympathies to the entire Lewis family.

Deb and David Phillips

December 1st

Thinking of you all, you have our deepest sympathies. May Gods light shine upon you all and help you thru this difficult time.

Bart& Kim Smith

December 1st

Our deepest sympathy . Indian Artifact shows will never be the same for me , I"ll miss you old buddy .

Mila

December 1st

My thoughts are with all of you during this challenging time.

Mike and Shirl Bily

December 1st

We always got a kick out of seeing Don drive his Cadillac across the farm field as though he were driving a 4 wheel drive truck! We know Don will be greatly missed, much sympathy and prayers to the family.

Lex Barton

December 1st

Sorry for your loss and prayers for all the family.

David Lewis

December 2nd

Hello Dean and Jill and family. So sorry to hear about your father, Don. I think a lot of your family. God bless you all. Love you all. Friend, Dave Lewis

Ron and Carol Pruitt

December 2nd

Our sincere condolences to the Lewis family.

Dan and Sherry Kuhlig

December 2nd

Dean and Jill and family, We were so sorry to hear of your dad's death, Dean. We will be thinking of you all in the days to come and pray that God will give you peace.

Gary Lehman

December 2nd

Sorry for the loss of a great man. Prayers go out to the family. Going to be sadly missed. Enjoyed talking to him while out checking the crops and checking on his boys, grandkids and great grandkids while they where farming the last few years.

Charlie and Patty Peters

December 2nd

We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you all.

Peggy Nichols

December 3rd

Thinking of You All ...

Ann Archer

December 3rd

So sorry for your loss. Words cannot express what we feel.

Jim & Joann Stanford

December 8th

Dear Reada & Family, Don was a classmate that will be truly missed. Please accept our sincere sympathy. We pray that God will comfort all of you at this most difficult time.

 

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