In loving memory of
Reverend Lyonel Lewis, Sr
July 15, 1945 – February 26, 2026
Obituary
SERVICE
Thursday, March 5, 2026
11:00 AM
Grace Church
5214 Stone Lake Drive
Rev. Josh Youngblood, Pastor
Rev. Joe Cook, Eulogist
VISITATION
Wednesday, March 4, 2026
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Wells Chapel
811 Woods Street
BURIAL
Rosemont Cemetery
Wichita Falls, TX
Reverend Lyonel Lewis Sr. of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, passed away on February 26, 2026 at the age of 80. He was born in Picayune, Mississippi, on July 15, 1945, to Joe L. and Daisy Lewis. He was a graduate of the Scotlandville Senior High School class of 1963.
He later enlisted into the U.S. Air force and was stationed at Sheppard Air Force Base as a Dietary Therapy Supervisor. He served his country proudly from 1964 to 1984. He was decorated veteran of the Vietnam War. While serving his country, he was awarded the Vietnam Service Medal with four bronze stars, the Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm, and the Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal. After twenty years of honorable service, he retired from the Air Force as a Master Sergeant.
Following his military career, Rev. Lewis continued to serve his community as an Ordained Minister. He hosted Bible studies and spread the gospel at several churches, most recently at Grace Church.
He is preceded in death by his parents and daughter, Bridget M. Lewis.
He is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Marion; son, Lyonel II; sisters, Marian and Flora; grandsons, Reginald (Yesteena), Brandon, Lyonel III (Ashley), and Joshua; and seven great-grandchildren, as well as a host of nieces, nephews, and friends.
Condolences 3
My sincere condolences to Lyonel's family and close friends. May he Rest In Paradise joining his daughter, parents, and most of his siblings, until Jesus returns. GLORY TO GOD. 🙏
To Mrs Lewis & family, my prayers are with you. I remember Sgt Lewis when he was stationed at Sheppard Air Force Base Hospital. He was always nice to everybody. May he Rest In Peace
To Lyonel's wonderful wife of 60 years Marion, and the rest of his incredible family, I extend my wholehearted condolences, prayers, and support to each of you individually, and all of you collectively, for I know full well that "when a limb has fallen from the family tree I keep hearing a voice that says, grieve not for me. Remember the best times, the laughter, the song. The good life I lived while I was strong. Continue my heritage, I'm counting on you. Keep smiling and surely the sun will shine through ".
