Brian Lewis passed away in his home on July 12, 2023, in Oakville, MO at the age of 70.
He is survived by his wife, Angela Kay Lewis (Klein), sons Matthew (Angela) Lewis and Scott Lewis, brother Gregory Lewis, and grandson Jack Lewis. He is preceded in death by his parents Eugene and Marie Lewis of Kankakee, IL.
Brian was born on October 4, 1952, in Danville, IL. He graduated from Eastern Illinois University in 1975 with a degree in Zoology. He married Angela Lewis, his college sweetheart in 1975. After moving to Belleville, IL he began working as a quality control manager.
He loved animals and supported the Humane Society. His children remember him as a kind and selfless father who supported them in seeking their passions. He dedicated himself to his family and most looked forward to their annual Disney adventures.
The funeral is scheduled for Monday, July 17 at 10 AM at Kutis South County Chapel (5255 Lemay Ferry). Internment at Sunset Memorial Park to follow. Visitation on Sunday, July 16 from 4 to 7 PM. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Brian’s life.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Humane Society appreciated.
Our sincerest condolences to the Lewis family. Brian was a good person and a good neighbor.
Brian was my Brother-Law. He was a kind person who would do anything for you. I remember I as well as our parents liking him as soon as we met him.
We will miss him terribly!
May God bless you Brian and may you rest in peace.
Angela, Matthew, Scott and family,
My deepest condolences to you all – I remember Brian as a soft spoken person who was kind to all who knew him. May God bless and hold him in the palm of his hand until we meet again.
Angie, Matthew, Scott, and family—
My deepest sympathy to all in the family. I smile recalling the visits I had with Brian — always a pleasure! Brian was quietly surprising in a fun loving way. May all the memories bring the family a peaceful blessing.
Angie,
My heartfelt sympathies are with you and your family at this difficult time. Let your treasured memories comfort you now.
Brian was mystep cousin.
We did a family road trip with greg, marie and gramma leaver in Marie’s red station wagon in the early 1960s. Good times were had