Lois M. Lewis (93) of Louisville

Lois M. Lewis, age 93, of Louisville, Illinois, passed away peacefully at 6:05 am Thursday, November 28, 2024, at her home in Bible Grove.

Lois was born on October 31, 1931, in Clay County, Illinois the daughter of Harry Isom and Bonnie Mae (Fancher) Wolfe. Lois married Gerald W. "Jerry" Lewis on May 14, 1949, at the Flora Christian Church and they shared 55 years of marriage before he preceded her in death on February 10, 2005. Lois spent her professional life helping children safely navigate their way to and from North Clay School as a bus driver for over 23 years. Her commitment to the safety and well-being of those in her charge was evident in every turn she took. Lois also had a creative side that she expressed through her embroidery and quilting. Each piece she crafted was not just a blanket or design, but a warm hug, a story, a piece of her heart woven into every stitch. In her free time, Lois could often be found tending to her garden, her hands deep in the earth, nurturing life. Her love for the game of pinochle was surpassed only by the love she held for her late husband, Gerald, and their shared joy in playing amongst friends. Her faith was a cornerstone of her life, and she found fellowship and solace at the Bible Grove Christian Church. As Lois's loved ones remember her, they will recall her love for her family, her zest for life, and the joy she found in simple pleasures.

Lois is survived by her children: Ronnie (Donna) Lewis of Louisville, Rita (Albert) Turner of Bible Grove, Debbie (Roger) Bowen of Flora, Sherry (Steve) Fleener of Louisville, Glenda (Steve) Iffert of Ingraham; 14 grandchildren; 37 great-grandchildren; 6 great-great-grandchildren. She is also survived by a sister: Leah (Lyle) Smith of Toledo, Illinois; sister-in-law: Audrey Lewis of Oreana, Illinois.

Lois was preceded in death by her parents; son-in-law: Gerold Herdes; grandson-in-law: Wade Durre; brother: Neil Wolfe.

Funeral services to celebrate Lois's life will be held at 12:00 pm Wednesday, December 4, 2024, the McGriff Funeral Home in Louisville with Mike Elliott officiating. Burial will follow at the Bible Grove Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Wednesday morning at the funeral home from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Lois's memory to either the Clay County Cancer Crusaders or Bible Grove Christian Church. The McGriff Funeral Home in Louisville is honored to be entrusted with the families care and arrangements. To sign the guestbook online or share memories of Lois, please visit by clicking here.