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Mrs. Lena Lucille Lewis

11/23/1945 - 07/03/2024

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Obituary For Mrs. Lena Lucille Lewis

Mrs. Lena Lucille Lewis was born on November 23, 1945 to the late Clinton and Daisy Poore in Kaymoor, WV.

Lena passed on Wednesday, July 3, 2024.

Lena, in 1965, graduated from Fayetteville High School.

Lena, after school, lived in different cities in various states such as, Detroit, MI, Cleveland, OH, Chicago, IL and New York, NY.

Lena met and married Wilbur Lewis and moved back to Ansted, WV, where she worked for years at Hawks Nest State Park as a Cook. Her last job before retiring was at Fayette County Headstart where she was a Cook. The kids loved her and the food she prepared, calling her their “Cooker”. She prided herself in being a great Cook.

Lena was an active member of the church. She loved serving the Lord. After moving back to WV, she united with Mt. Chapel Baptist Church, where they formed a group called the Mt. Chapel Gospelettes for six years and sang with the church choir until her passing. She also served as the Church Clerk, Kitchen Coordinator, Treasurer of the cemetery and Senior Choir.

Lena supported her local politicians and was an Active Poll Worker over 30 years.

Lena, in addition to her mother, father and husband, was preceded in death by her sisters, Marion Jackson, Clara Poore, Elizabeth Wright and Gail Staunton.

Lena leaves to cherish her memories brothers, William Poore of Charlotte, NC, and Clarence Poore (Danita) of Suffolk, VA; sister, Claudia Davis of Oak Hill, WV and a host of loving nieces, nephews and friends.

Funeral service will be 1:00PM Friday, May 12, 2024 at Mt. Chapel Baptist Church, 100 Skaggs St. Ansted, WV with Rev. Herman James officiating. Burial will follow in Mt. Chapel Baptist Church Cemetery, Ansted, WV

Friends, while wearing masks and observing social distancing, may view and visit with the family one-hour prior.

Email condolences to ritchiejohnsonfuneralparlor@gmail.com.

Arrangements entrusted to Ritchie & Johnson Funeral Parlor, Beckley.

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07/14/2024

Christopher and Belinda Rankin

We love you and will truly miss you, auntie
07/11/2024

Beverly Cameron

I had the great pleasure of working with Lena both at Headstart and the Polls. We became friends and that friendship continued. I'm sure no one could count the number of meals she prepared for the children. She was a loving and very kind woman. I loved her and will miss seeing her and hearing her laugh. Bevery Cameron (Miss B)
07/11/2024

Marilene D. Bibb

For many years, Lena and I were at the Ansted Post Office at the same time each afternoon. Our friendship began then. Over the years, we shared family things and other interests. I last saw her at the polls at Primary Election, and we talked briefly. She was a fine lady and I will miss seeing her smiling, beautiful face. Marilene Bibb
07/10/2024

Andrea Bass

Aunt Lena was a lovable, respectable, & kind Woman. I do not know of a time & have no memories in which this Woman wasn't radiating a kind & calm presence, including from childhood through becoming an adult with my own children. Her character was consistent & reliable to all who had the pleasure & privilege of interacting with her. May she RIP & her legacy of compassion & kindness be reflected in some way by all who's lives she's touched. 💐🙏🏾
07/10/2024

Adah Strum

May God's peace and grace be with you always. May God's comfort and love provide you with strength and healing as you mourn the loss of your loved one.
07/09/2024

Kimberly, Tanya & Bertha Young

Ms.Lena was loved most of all by her friends and family, especially her "Church " family. My mom loved Ms. Lena and she will be missed! We love you and Mr. Wilbur. Prayers to the family members they have left behind.
07/09/2024

Betty Bibb

On behalf of the Bibb family we offer our condolences and prayers for the family of Lena. We have suck fond memories of growing up going to school and church with Lena. She was always had such a gentle spirit. Rest in heaven peace Lena.
07/08/2024

Stanley Wooten

To the family of Lena Lewis, we, the Robert and Mary Wooten family, send our heartfelt condolences to you for your loss. Growing up as next-door neighbors over a span of more than 30 years, our families were a daily constant, and Lena and I marched together as we graduated from Fayetteville High School. She had a marvelous singing voice and was a thoughtful and considerate person who was a gifted storyteller and fun to be around. Now, may we celebrate the life of Lena Lewis and the time we shared with her. Stanley, Ann, Raymond and family, Keith and family.
07/08/2024

Mann and Bonnie Brooks

We have known Wilbur and Lena for many years. Will sadly miss Lena. Prays go out to the family.
07/08/2024

Christal Pugh

Heartfelt condolences to the family, Mrs. Lena was a wonderful lady.
07/06/2024

Jim and Lisa Wilson, and Family

Ms. Lena was such a sweet lady friend and neighbor. We thought the world of her and her husband, she will be greatly missed! Sending our thoughts and prayers to her family!
07/06/2024

Lynn Lucas

Loved working the polls with her for over 25 yrs. She will be missed
07/04/2024

Butch and Tracey Pack

We send our heart felt condolences and prayers to the family and friends she was a sure one of a kind she will be sadly missed but not forgotten may she Rest In Peace fly high Mrs Lena