Robert "Pete" Donald Lewis

1931 ∼ 2016

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Robert "Pete" Donald Lewis February 15, 1931 - October 25, 2016

Robert “Pete” Donald Lewis, 85, LaBelle passed away on Tuesday, October 25, 2016 at his residence.

Pete was born in Port Acres, Texas on February 15, 1931 to parents Addie Mae (Blanton) and Leon Cole Lewis Sr. He had lived in the LaBelle area for 50 years and was a very active member of LaBelle Baptist Church. He retired from Chevron/Texaco as a Lab Technician after 41 years of employment. Pete was an avid gardener, growing the world’s best tomatoes, strawberries and grapefruits. He enjoyed going fishing and playing dominos. Pete was a loving husband, father, brother, papaw, friend and neighbor who will be missed dearly and Pete loved spending time with his grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his son, Donald Wade Lewis; his brother, Leon Cole Lewis Jr.; his sisters, Pauline Whiteley, Betty Brown, Helen Taylor.

Pete is survived by his wife of 52 years, Geraldine “Jeri” Lewis of LaBelle; son, Robert Troy Lewis and wife, Amy of Nashville, TN; daughter, Paula Kim Lewis of Bridge City; sister, Ruth Smithheart and husband, Burl of Florida. Also left to cherish his memory are his grandchildren, Jera Virtar and husband, Greg, Saylie LeBlanc and husband, Cody, Amy Rae Rogers, Addie Mae Rogers, Taylor Wade Lewis, Robert Cael Lewis; great grandchildren, Greyson Virtar, Ellie LeBlanc, Axel LeBlanc and numerous nieces and nephews.

A visitation will be held on Thursday, October 27, 2016 from 5 pm until 8 pm at Clayton Thompson Funeral Home. A funeral service will be held on Friday, October 28, 2016 at 2 pm at the funeral home, with Rev. Sunny Hathaway officiating. Burial will follow at Greenlawn Memorial Park in Groves.

Condolences

Danny Williams October 26, 2016

My deepest sympathy, thoughts and prayers are with the Lewis family. Pete was one of the kindest persons that I have ever known, always with his wonderful smile. May the grace and love of God ease your pain during your time of sorrow.

Brooklyn Dawson October 26, 2016

Aunt Jeri, I was so sad to hear that Uncle Pete had passed. I will always cherish my memories of him. I loved getting to visit y'all during the summer and I especially loved the little pancakes he would always make for breakfast for everyone. He will be sorely missed. I love you, Brooklyn

Carrie Smithheart October 26, 2016

To all in Texas, My heart was deeply saddened to hear of my Great Uncle Pete's passing. I am consoled by the fact that he is no longer in any pain and he is with his Lord & Savior. I am grateful that I was able to visit with everyone over this past summer and, as usual, very humbled by Uncle Pete's wonderful outlook on life and how he always looked at the optimistic side of life. Never dwelling on anything, just always moving forward. I will miss you Uncle Pete and will always keep you in my heart, knowing what a Great man I was fortunate enough to not only have the pleasure of knowing, but also for the pure fact that I called you Uncle.