of Batesville, AR
October 24, 1946 - May 23, 2015
E. Louise Lewis, 68, of Batesville, Arkansas lost her battle with cancer, Saturday, May 23, 2015, at White River Medical Center.
Louise was born October 24, 1946 in Hudson Lake, Indiana, the daughter of Russell Theodore Parks and Anna Kathryne Miller Parks.
Louise loved her family. She was a devoted wife and mother, who enjoyed spending time with her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was always willing to help others and never turned anyone away. She loved life, knew life was a gamble, loved playing it and loved hot fudge sundaes. Louise had one item on her bucket list which was to go to the Bahamas with her sisters. She was grateful to accomplish this goal after partial lung surgery this spring. She spent 20 years as a dedicated nurse at White River Medical. She was of the Protestant faith.
Survivors include her mother Anna Parks of Batesville; three sons, Harry J. Lewis Jr. of Floral, Arkansas and Jimmy C. Lewis and Robbie J. Lewis, both of Batesville; two daughters, Juanita M. Lewis of Newport, Arkansas and Ashley N. Lewis of Batesville; six grandchildren, Candace, Matt, Autumn, Zachary, Caden and Emma; and seven great-grandchildren, Dylan, Summer, Kaydience, Michael Jr., Aubrie, Gavin and Abigale. She is also survived by four brothers, Joe Parks of Batesville, Thomas Parks of Jacksonville, Arkansas, Tad Parks of Milwaukee, Wisconsin and Tony Parks of Franklin Grove, Illinois; two sisters, Jackie Hinderks of Liberty, Missouri and Betsy Scott of Kansas City, Missouri; and several nieces, nephews, in-laws, cousins, friends and former co-workers.
She was preceded in death by her father; and her husband, Harry J. Lewis Sr.
Funeral services will be at 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, May 27, 2015, at the Roller-Crouch Chapel in Batesville with Bro. John Wofford officiating.
Pallbearers will be Mike Pugh, Matthew Lewis, Zachary Lewis, Josh Biggers, Joey Parks and Toby Candler. Honorary pallbearers are Gary Hinderks and Dr. J. Lambert.
Burial will be at Egner Cemetery under the direction of Roller-Crouch Funeral Home of Batesville.
Visitation is from 5:00-7:00 p.m., Tuesday, May 26, 2015, at Roller-Crouch Funeral Home.
Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, 901 N. University Ave., Little Rock, AR 72207
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12 Condolence(s)
Tami Pierce Ramey
Wednesday, May 27, 2015
Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless you all.
janette mann
Wednesday, May 27, 2015
Louise was a great person and im really gonna miss her.RIP my friend
Stephanie Parks-Key
Tuesday, May 26, 2015
Aunt Louise and Uncle Harry were the best. I loved going to their house for visits as a kid. Only Aunt Louise would let my brothers play "superheroes" and jump off the roof of the house! It didn't phase her a bit...she was just awesome like that. If they got hurt, she would just bandage them up. What a wonderful person she was. My sincere prayers are with the whole family during this time of great loss.
Dick Bernard
Tuesday, May 26, 2015
Louise, you know you had a great friend of ours waiting at heaven's gates...just wish you hadn't left so soon, but know you are loving your next life.
RIP
Dick
Harold Scott
Tuesday, May 26, 2015
I will always have great memories of Aunt Louise and our visits to Batesville as a small child. It was amazing to me to see all the farm animals, ride the horses, and hear the grown ups tell stories of how they were concerned about the mountain lion getting the goats. Some of my best childhood memories that still stick with me to this day. I will miss you Aunt Louise.
Teresa Yurkunas
Monday, May 25, 2015
Wheezy
You have been a part of my life for over 30 years. You were my inspiration to become a nurse. I have beautiful and everlasting memories of you and all of the family. My love for you will continue to always be there as a never ending circle. I love you and I am going to miss you so very much until I see you again.
I love you
Teresa
Emma
Monday, May 25, 2015
I love you and miss you so much.
LOVE EMMA
FloraCarey
Monday, May 25, 2015
To all family. We are saddened by the death of Louise. She was a fighter for sure. We had 20 yrs together at Whte River Med Center. Had many trials but so many rewards, She was an exceptionally caring person, You always knew where u stood with her. Our friendship will be with me forever. She is as rest now in Gods loving arms. God bless all of u.
Katrina Rowe Fudge
Monday, May 25, 2015
I worked with Louise at the hospital for years. A sweet lady and a good nurse. My prayers are with the family. Remember, God is our refuge and strength. He will get you through this difficult time.
penny holland
Sunday, May 24, 2015
I'm going to miss Louise so much. She was more then just a wonderful friend to my son and I. She was our rock. We love you Louise.
Terrie Ball
Saturday, May 23, 2015
Thanks for all the good advice on Nursing School. You were a very sweet lady, Im glad I got the opportunity to meet you in person after all the time we spent talking on the phone. I will continue to keep in touch with Juanita. Prayers for your family. RIP
Donna Cummings
Saturday, May 23, 2015
Prayers for all of you. I'm a friend of Anita's and if there's anything I can do please let me know. My phone number is 479-353-7407.