The Hawkinsville Dispatch and News, Hawkinsville, Georgia, Thursday, January 2, 1947, p. 1:
MRS. J. B. LEWIS PASSES TUESDAY AT AGE OF 91
Mrs. John B. Lewis, Hawkinsville's oldest citizen and one of Hawkinsville's most beloved women, died Tuesday, December 31, at Taylor Memorial Hospital, at the advanced age of 91 years. Although in feeble health due to her advanced age, her death came as the result of a heart attack.
Mrs. Lewis was born May 30, 1855 at the old Fleming home near Hawkinsville, and was a life time resident of Hawkinsville and Pulaski County. She was, before her marriage, Miss Margaret Fleming, daughter of the late James Fleming and Mrs. Mary Ann Leonard Fleming. She received her early education in the schools of Hawkinsville, and in early womanhood was married to Mr. John B. Lewis, who died several years ago.
Mrs. Lewis was a typical gentlewoman of the old school, true to the traditions of the old South. She was a woman of rare personality and kindness of heart. She possessed a wonderful memory, having vivid recollections of the War Between the States and the days of reconstruction that followed. Although feeble physically, she possessed a clear and alert mentality till her death. During the past several years of her life, on her anniversary, May 30, she would keep open house, and spend the entire day receiving calls and congratulations from her many friends, in whom she never ceased to feel an interest. Mrs. Lewis' life exemplified the traits of a true Christian character. She was always interested in the welfare of others, especially those ill or in need. She was a faithful and consistent member of the Baptist Church and her passing means the loss of a good woman, and the end of a long life well spent, a life of usefulness and service for good.
Funeral services were held Wednesday at Clark's chapel, with Rev. S. M. Anderson officiating, followed by interment at Orange Hill Cemetery.
Survivors include four daughters, Mrs. Tom Peters, of Dublin, Mrs. Annie Laurie Layton of College Park, Mrs. Eva Ridley and Mrs. Sadie Seals of Hawkinsville; two sisters, Mrs. J. H. Bragg of Hawkinsville and Mrs. Lillian Strange of Moultrie; one brother, Chas. Fleming of Tifton; nine grandchildren, seventeen great grandchildren, and a large number of nieces, nephews and other relatives.
Pallbearers were Thomas Bragg, Freeman Bragg, L. F. Bragg, D. P. McGriff, Schneider Fountain, W. G. Mayo, Charles Head, Graham Coley.
Clark's Funeral Home in charge.
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MRS. J. B. LEWIS PASSES TUESDAY AT AGE OF 91
Mrs. John B. Lewis, Hawkinsville's oldest citizen and one of Hawkinsville's most beloved women, died Tuesday, December 31, at Taylor Memorial Hospital, at the advanced age of 91 years. Although in feeble health due to her advanced age, her death came as the result of a heart attack.
Mrs. Lewis was born May 30, 1855 at the old Fleming home near Hawkinsville, and was a life time resident of Hawkinsville and Pulaski County. She was, before her marriage, Miss Margaret Fleming, daughter of the late James Fleming and Mrs. Mary Ann Leonard Fleming. She received her early education in the schools of Hawkinsville, and in early womanhood was married to Mr. John B. Lewis, who died several years ago.
Mrs. Lewis was a typical gentlewoman of the old school, true to the traditions of the old South. She was a woman of rare personality and kindness of heart. She possessed a wonderful memory, having vivid recollections of the War Between the States and the days of reconstruction that followed. Although feeble physically, she possessed a clear and alert mentality till her death. During the past several years of her life, on her anniversary, May 30, she would keep open house, and spend the entire day receiving calls and congratulations from her many friends, in whom she never ceased to feel an interest. Mrs. Lewis' life exemplified the traits of a true Christian character. She was always interested in the welfare of others, especially those ill or in need. She was a faithful and consistent member of the Baptist Church and her passing means the loss of a good woman, and the end of a long life well spent, a life of usefulness and service for good.
Funeral services were held Wednesday at Clark's chapel, with Rev. S. M. Anderson officiating, followed by interment at Orange Hill Cemetery.
Survivors include four daughters, Mrs. Tom Peters, of Dublin, Mrs. Annie Laurie Layton of College Park, Mrs. Eva Ridley and Mrs. Sadie Seals of Hawkinsville; two sisters, Mrs. J. H. Bragg of Hawkinsville and Mrs. Lillian Strange of Moultrie; one brother, Chas. Fleming of Tifton; nine grandchildren, seventeen great grandchildren, and a large number of nieces, nephews and other relatives.
Pallbearers were Thomas Bragg, Freeman Bragg, L. F. Bragg, D. P. McGriff, Schneider Fountain, W. G. Mayo, Charles Head, Graham Coley.
Clark's Funeral Home in charge.
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The Hawkinsville Dispatch and News, Hawkinsville, Georgia, Thursday, January 2, 1947, p. 1:
MRS. J. B. LEWIS PASSES TUESDAY AT AGE OF 91
Mrs. John B. Lewis, Hawkinsville's oldest citizen and one of Hawkinsville's most beloved women, died Tuesday, December 31, at Taylor Memorial Hospital, at the advanced age of 91 years. Although in feeble health due to her advanced age, her death came as the result of a heart attack.
Mrs. Lewis was born May 30, 1855 at the old Fleming home near Hawkinsville, and was a life time resident of Hawkinsville and Pulaski County. She was, before her marriage, Miss Margaret Fleming, daughter of the late James Fleming and Mrs. Mary Ann Leonard Fleming. She received her early education in the schools of Hawkinsville, and in early womanhood was married to Mr. John B. Lewis, who died several years ago.
Mrs. Lewis was a typical gentlewoman of the old school, true to the traditions of the old South. She was a woman of rare personality and kindness of heart. She possessed a wonderful memory, having vivid recollections of the War Between the States and the days of reconstruction that followed. Although feeble physically, she possessed a clear and alert mentality till her death. During the past several years of her life, on her anniversary, May 30, she would keep open house, and spend the entire day receiving calls and congratulations from her many friends, in whom she never ceased to feel an interest. Mrs. Lewis' life exemplified the traits of a true Christian character. She was always interested in the welfare of others, especially those ill or in need. She was a faithful and consistent member of the Baptist Church and her passing means the loss of a good woman, and the end of a long life well spent, a life of usefulness and service for good.
Funeral services were held Wednesday at Clark's chapel, with Rev. S. M. Anderson officiating, followed by interment at Orange Hill Cemetery.
Survivors include four daughters, Mrs. Tom Peters, of Dublin, Mrs. Annie Laurie Layton of College Park, Mrs. Eva Ridley and Mrs. Sadie Seals of Hawkinsville; two sisters, Mrs. J. H. Bragg of Hawkinsville and Mrs. Lillian Strange of Moultrie; one brother, Chas. Fleming of Tifton; nine grandchildren, seventeen great grandchildren, and a large number of nieces, nephews and other relatives.
Pallbearers were Thomas Bragg, Freeman Bragg, L. F. Bragg, D. P. McGriff, Schneider Fountain, W. G. Mayo, Charles Head, Graham Coley.
Clark's Funeral Home in charge.
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MRS. J. B. LEWIS PASSES TUESDAY AT AGE OF 91
Mrs. John B. Lewis, Hawkinsville's oldest citizen and one of Hawkinsville's most beloved women, died Tuesday, December 31, at Taylor Memorial Hospital, at the advanced age of 91 years. Although in feeble health due to her advanced age, her death came as the result of a heart attack.
Mrs. Lewis was born May 30, 1855 at the old Fleming home near Hawkinsville, and was a life time resident of Hawkinsville and Pulaski County. She was, before her marriage, Miss Margaret Fleming, daughter of the late James Fleming and Mrs. Mary Ann Leonard Fleming. She received her early education in the schools of Hawkinsville, and in early womanhood was married to Mr. John B. Lewis, who died several years ago.
Mrs. Lewis was a typical gentlewoman of the old school, true to the traditions of the old South. She was a woman of rare personality and kindness of heart. She possessed a wonderful memory, having vivid recollections of the War Between the States and the days of reconstruction that followed. Although feeble physically, she possessed a clear and alert mentality till her death. During the past several years of her life, on her anniversary, May 30, she would keep open house, and spend the entire day receiving calls and congratulations from her many friends, in whom she never ceased to feel an interest. Mrs. Lewis' life exemplified the traits of a true Christian character. She was always interested in the welfare of others, especially those ill or in need. She was a faithful and consistent member of the Baptist Church and her passing means the loss of a good woman, and the end of a long life well spent, a life of usefulness and service for good.
Funeral services were held Wednesday at Clark's chapel, with Rev. S. M. Anderson officiating, followed by interment at Orange Hill Cemetery.
Survivors include four daughters, Mrs. Tom Peters, of Dublin, Mrs. Annie Laurie Layton of College Park, Mrs. Eva Ridley and Mrs. Sadie Seals of Hawkinsville; two sisters, Mrs. J. H. Bragg of Hawkinsville and Mrs. Lillian Strange of Moultrie; one brother, Chas. Fleming of Tifton; nine grandchildren, seventeen great grandchildren, and a large number of nieces, nephews and other relatives.
Pallbearers were Thomas Bragg, Freeman Bragg, L. F. Bragg, D. P. McGriff, Schneider Fountain, W. G. Mayo, Charles Head, Graham Coley.
Clark's Funeral Home in charge.
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