Lewis Earl Washington Sr., 87, of Front Royal, Virginia passed away in the comfort of his home on Friday, October 25, 2024. He was born in Warren County, Virginia on March 20, 1937 to the late Paul and Nannie Washington.
Lewis is survived by his children, Lewis Washington Jr. (Patricia), Loncel Washington, Loris Williamson, Kristine Dawson, Pam Turnmeyer, Brian Whitney, and Melissa Gordon; his sister, Lillian Whitmore; grandchildren, Tamish Lewis, Brooke (Eric) Johnson, Isaiah Washington, Terrell Williamson, Bilal Williamson, Haakim Williamson, Ibn Williamson, Jameel Williamson, Shawn Fletcher, Trey Andrews, Virginia Washington, Sydney Washington, Serenity Ann, Labron Washington, Leigh Washington, Alan Munson, Kristopher Munson, Dakoda Turnmeyer, William Huerto, Gabriella Mangene, Katherine Mangene, Trevor Gordon, Madison Boyd, Grayson Dawson, Jameson Dawson, Dillon Mills and Kylee Mills and 7 great-grandchildren.
Lewis worked at Warren Memorial Hospital for 43 years until his retirement in 1999. While retired, he enjoyed watching all sports, taking care of his yard and watching all the children in the family play the many sports that they loved.
A funeral service will be held for Lewis at 12 P.M. on Wednesday, October 30, 2024 at Maddox Funeral Home 105 W Main St, Front Royal with Sammy Campbell officiating. There will be a visitation for Lewis at 11am, prior to the service. Following all services the burial will take place at Good Hope Cemetery. The family is requesting that everyone come in their sports attire to honor Lewis’ love for family and sports.
Pallbearers will be members of the family.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Blue Ridge Hospice at 333 W Cork St., Unit 405, Winchester Virginia 22601.
I am so sad to hear Lewis has passed. He was a cherished member of the community. My Prayers are with the family, especially his daughter Kristine. I know it gave him great comfort that you and your wonderful babies were there for him until his passing. He loved them grandbabies.
Sending my condolence and prayers to Kristine, Will, and your family. Kristine, I’m here for you. I know you were the apple of Mr. Lewis’ eye. He knew you were just a phone call away. Remember all the good times and laughs you had together. Seeing him dance at your wedding warmed my heart. As he said on that day “I’m dancing with my baby girl”
Love ya,
Karen
My condolences to the family, I bet Lewis and mom are dancing a waltz in Heaven right now! While I know his gentle spirit, kindness and laugh will be greatly missed, that influence will guide you and be in each of your hearts forever. I feel blessed having known him myself. Rest in peace Lewis you finished that race with such dignity and grace. God bless and praying for you all, wish I could be there.
My Sympathy and prayers to his cherished family of which he was so proud . It was a grace and a privilege to have known and worked with him . He has a beautiful soul . My love to you all . Elizabeth Annie Byrd
My heartfelt sympathies goes out to the family. “Zeke” was a quiet giant and his presence in Freetown’s community will be missed. I had the opportunity to interview him and he was very excited and elated to share with me his experiences at the Manassas Regional High School aka Jennie Dean. He also invested in Freetown’s youth through his volunteer efforts.