Leon Lewis

Leon Lewis passed from this life to his eternal life in heaven on April 8, 2025. He leaves behind a kaleidoscope of memories for his family and all those who were privileged to know and serve with him. Leon was born on October 29, 1945 in the rural community of Blue Branch, in the middle of no where to Henry and Rubessia Lewis (who preceded him in death) in Byars, Oklahoma; four sisters, Thelma Lewis, Melva Lewis, Hazel Moore, and Mary Fletcher; two brothers, Joe Lewis and Edward Lewis. At an early age he was baptized at Red Rock Baptist Church in the Blue Branch Community. He was an avid football, basketball, and track member of the Wayne High School Bulldogs where he graduated in 1964. After graduation from high school, the world of a small-town boy from Byars, Oklahoma changed forever when he enlisted in the U.S. Army and served for the rest of his 30-year military career. Leon’s Military career kept the family busy with his travels and adventures across the globe. He received orders to serve in Vietnam (2 tours of duty) a tour in Granada, and a tour in Panama as Sergeant First Class. He received the Army Service ribbon, NCO Professional Development Ribbon (3), Good conduct medal (7th award), Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, Overseas Service Ribbon (7), Army Commendation Medal (1st OLC), Driver Mechanic Badge, SEE 18, Vietnam Campaign Medal, Vietnam Gallantry Cross Unit Citation with Palm, National Defense Service Medal, and the Army Achievement Medal. Leon completed his military service in July 1992, retiring from the U.S. Army with a great sense of accomplishment and pride. He was an avid fisherman and hunter. Later in his life he returned to live in the Blue Branch community and was adamant to ensure that the church grounds and cemetery remain presentable. He leaves to cherish his memory, two sons Michael Lewis and Maurice Lewis of Colorado Springs, CO, three sisters Ora Berry (Carl) of Spencer, OK, Chrislene Fletcher (Charles) of Del City, OK, and Betty Green (Steve) of Purcell. Two Brothers June McDonald Lewis and Elroy Lewis of Oklahoma City, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and friends. Funeral services are scheduled for 10:00am Friday April 18, 2025 at Little’s Chapel, Wilson-Little Purcell, with burial to follow at Blue Branch Cemetery.

Leon Lewis

October 29, 1945 - April 8, 2025