of Leslie, AR
November 22, 1946 - March 13, 2021
Jimmie Darrell Lewis, age 74 of Leslie, Arkansas passed from this life on Saturday, March 13th, 2021 at his home. He was born in Lennox, California on November 22nd, 1946 to Rochester Lewis and Bernice Brooks Lewis.
Jimmie was a United States Army Veteran and served during the Vietnam War. He received the National Defense Service Medal, First Class Gunner Badge, Good Conduct Medal, Marksman Pistol, Sharpshooter Rifle, Vietnam Service Medal with 1 Bronze Service Star and the Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal. He worked as a drywall hanger for over 40 years. He was a very hardworking man and took excellent care of his family. Jimmie had an amazing sense of humor and enjoyed being the occasional jokester. He enjoyed playing board games, especially checkers. He was an incredible husband and father and he adored spending time with his grandchildren.
Survivors include his wife of 50 years, Karen Schreckengost Lewis of the home; two children, Andrew Lewis of Leslie and Sheila Payne and husband Johnny of Leslie; grandchildren, Heather Payne, Samuel Byrd (Ashley), Ashlynn Payne, Bethany Payne and Sydney Lewis; his mother, Bernice Gray of Clinton; siblings, Sergal Lewis (Bonnie) of Marshall, Willis Lewis (Phyllis) of Leslie, Noel Lewis (Sharon) of Leslie and Janice Lewis, also of Leslie; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family and friends who will also mourn his passing.
Jimmie is preceded in death by his dad, Rochester Lewis; and his step-dad, Rufus Gray.
Graveside services for Jimmie will be 11:00 AM Thursday, March 18th, 2021 at Shady Grove Cemetery on Hwy 254 with Bro. Glenn Pettus officiating. Jimmie will be laid to rest with military honors. Friends and family will serve as bearers.
Due to the Covid-19 pandemic we are practicing social distancing at our graveside services and all patrons are required to provide and wear their own masks. Anyone with underlying health conditions are advised to please stay home. You may sign our online guestbook on our website: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/marshall
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35 Condolence(s)
Sherry savill wise
Wednesday, July 14, 2021
Karen beth I am so sorry about jimmie he was a wonderful man
Herbert and Billie Fendley
Sunday, April 4, 2021
Our prayers and sympathy go out to you all.
Jacquelyn Lewis
Thursday, March 18, 2021
Love this amazing strong family praying for you all for the days ahead of you! Jimmie was the best of best of men! So bless to have know him & be apart of the Lewis family! Jacquelyn
Victor & Ann Barnes
Thursday, March 18, 2021
I am so sorry for y’all’s. loss. Sure loved Mr. Jimmy. Love and prayers for peace and strength for the difficult days ahead for u all.
Mary Palmer
Thursday, March 18, 2021
I am so sorry for your loss. I didn't have the pleasure of having known Jimmie since we were young cousins. RIP Jimmie.
Sheila Bixler
Thursday, March 18, 2021
So sorry for your loss. Keeping you all in my prayers.
Harlie Treat
Thursday, March 18, 2021
May God bless & comfort you during this time of extreme sorrow. Jimmie served his country honorably and did his duty. May he rest in well deserved eternal peace with Christ our Lord.
Julie Flynn
Wednesday, March 17, 2021
Sheila, Andrew & Karen-
I was heartbroken to hear the news. My deepest condolences on your loss. Sending hugs & lifting you all up with prayers.
Sheila Diemer
Wednesday, March 17, 2021
My prayers & thoughts are with you all during this time & my God comfort & give you peace!
Larry and Marietta George
Wednesday, March 17, 2021
I’m so sorry for your loss
John and Kay Branscum
Wednesday, March 17, 2021
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for your family.
Misti D Ashmall
Tuesday, March 16, 2021
I'm so sorry for your loss. Jim was a wonderful man and a gift to his family and community his loss will be felt by many. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Jackye and Jim Adams
Tuesday, March 16, 2021
Karen, Andrew and Sheila
We are so very sorry for your loss. We will continue to hold you up in prayer. Love â¤ï¸
Tammy caviness
Tuesday, March 16, 2021
I will miss him so much i know he is a Angel watching over all of us
Sandra williams
Monday, March 15, 2021
Words can't say nothing that will help the grief you feel. I can pray my friend that our Father in Heaven will hold you close and comfort you threw this time. I PRAY the Angles stay close to you and hold you up when you need then as time goes by. Take comfort in knowing one day we that know are Lord and serve Him will be together again. Love you Karen. ðŸ’ðŸ™
Marilyn Tumbleson
Monday, March 15, 2021
Sending prayers for family & loved ones .
Patricia Thomas Eye
Monday, March 15, 2021
My heart goes out to your family and I pray for your family to have the strength to endure the loss of Jimmy 💞
Vicki Lewis
Monday, March 15, 2021
So very sorry
Barbara Smith
Monday, March 15, 2021
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with each one of you during this difficult time.
Eddie and Kathy Morrison
Monday, March 15, 2021
We send you all our deepest sympathy and prayers.
Gwen Skowron
Monday, March 15, 2021
So sorry to hear about Jimmy. Sending prayers for you and your families comfort during this time.
The Matney’s
Monday, March 15, 2021
So sorry for your loss. Our love and prayers of comfort go out to family and friends.
Royce Daugherty
Monday, March 15, 2021
If ever there was....a man of a man
Brenda Lewis
Monday, March 15, 2021
I am so sorry to hear of Jim’s passing and I pray God will give you strength during this time.
Carolyn Cloud
Monday, March 15, 2021
So sorry for your loss. I always liked Jimmie. I have fond memories of the Shady Grove softball games. He was our coach at one time. RIP, dear Jimmie.
Vickie Lucas
Monday, March 15, 2021
Bernice, Karen, Andrew, Sheila & family, I am so sorry for your loss. Heaven gained another good angel. May God wrap you all in his comforting arms.
Faye Preddy
Monday, March 15, 2021
I was so sorry to hear about Jimmy.My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.May God give you comfort.
Boyd and Marilyn Nelson
Monday, March 15, 2021
We are so sad to hear that Jim died. He was a wonderful and kind man. Love to all the family.
James and Jeri White
Monday, March 15, 2021
Our deepest sympathy
Craig & Barbara Ragland
Monday, March 15, 2021
Sorry for your loss. Prayers for comfort today and in the days ahead.
Joel Ford
Monday, March 15, 2021
I am so sorry to see this, I will be praying for all of you! Jim was a dear friend of mine. Love You All!!!
Linda Vallery
Monday, March 15, 2021
Sending my deepest love and heartfelt sympathy to all the family. Praying for God's peace and comfort.ðŸ™
james casey
Monday, March 15, 2021
Praying that peace be with the family and friends of Jimmie.
Wesley and Loretta Smithj
Monday, March 15, 2021
Jim was a good man, always. We been friends many years
glenda house
Monday, March 15, 2021
missing you cousin praying for the rest of our family