Jesse Arous Lewis

Jesse Arous Lewis, age 97, of Oak Ridge, passed away peacefully Aug. 1.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Ruth Lewis, and infant daughter, Anita Sharon Lewis; brothers Doyle, Deloy, Carl, Frank, and Lonzie Lewis; and sisters Bonnie Williford, Lizzie Allen, Lola Porter, and Bertha Davis.

He is survived by a brother, Jack Lewis, and a sister, Anna V Smith; daughter Brenda Avera; sons Gerald (Jerry) and David; grandsons David Lewis Jr, Andrew (Andy) Lewis, and Doug Lewis; granddaughters Pam Abell, Jennifer Diffley; great-grandsons Chandler Lee, Jesse David Lewis; great-grandaughters Abbey Slocumb, Micah Diffley, and Audrey and Autumn Lewis; special friends Jewell Tindell and Ann Berkley; and many very special nieces and nephews.

A special thank you is extended to Dr. David Seay, MD, and Dr. William Dallas, MD, for their service and kindness during the many years of care.

As a member of Calvary Baptist Church, Jesse was a Sunday school teacher, Sunday school superintendent, and deacon. He retired as a machining supervisor from the Y-12 Plant in 1972 and has pursued his interests in gardening, fishing, and wood-working even into this past spring. His philosophy in life was very simple: putting God and family first, and enjoying the outdoors.

Family will receive friends Friday, Aug. 3, at Calvary Baptist Church on North Jefferson Circle from 5:30 to 7 p.m., with funeral service following at 7 p.m. with Dr. Steve McDonald and Fred Williams officiating.

Graveside services are at 1 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 4, Central Standard Time at Good Hope Cemetery in Livingston, Tenn.

An online guest book can be signed at www.weatherfordmortuary.com.