Obituary of Eric L. Lewis

Eric L. Lewis passed away suddenly May 11, 2015 in Eastern Niagara Hospital, Lockport. Born in Saint Catherine, Jamaica on October 29, 1923 he was the son of Imma Jean Lewis. He worked for Harrison Radiator where he was in production and was also an instructor retiring in1988. Eric was predeceased by his first wife Ruby Lewis on September 3, 1974. Eric was a humanitarian dedicated to human rights, civil rights and the rights of American workers. He also served many years with the City of Lockport Civil Defense Unit. As a person who works to make other people's lives better; he was involved with the United Auto Workers (UAW) Local 686. He was an active member of retiree's chapter local 686 and held many elected positions and served in many other capacities. Eric was an active member of the retirees travel club. He was a lifetime member of the NAACP and a recipient of many other awards and recognitions throughout his life. Eric was an avid reader and enjoyed gardening and socializing. He has been a member of Grace Episcopal Church for over sixty years. At the request of his children, in lieu of flowers you may make a donation to the Grace Episcopal churches' organ fund or do an unexpected, unsolicited act of kindness for an unfortunate soul in his name. He is survived by his wife Rennetta (Welds) Lewis of Lockport; father of Audrey Lewis-Cummings of Rochester, NY, Debbie (Albert) Lewis-Thomas of Milwaukee, WI, Lori Lewis-Robinson of Ashburn, VA, and Monica (Vincent) Lewis-Walton of Murrieta, CA; grandfather of six and great grandfather of four; brother of Mildred Forbes of Mandeville, Jamaica; dear friends Winston and Jeneva Jenkins. Relatives and friends may call Saturday, May 16th from 4-8 PM in Prudden & Kandt Funeral Home, 242 Genesee St., Lockport. Funeral services will be held Sunday, May 17th at 1 PM in Grace Episcopal Church, 100 Genesee St., Lockport. Interment will be in Cold Spring Cemetery. Memorial donations to the Grace Church Organ Fund, 100 Genesee St., Lockport, NY 14094 would be appreciated by the family.