He was preceded in death by his wife, Martha Christine Lewis; brother, Delmonte Lewis; and sons, George and John Wayne Lewis.
James grew up in Powhatan, Virginia and was a plumber with the City of Richmond for many years. He enjoyed the outdoors and spent time bee-keeping. He was a member of Ladysmith Baptist Church, now known as Vision Baptist.
Left to cherish his memory are his step-children, Ricky Pugh (Lila), Michael Pugh (Jacqueline), and Steven Pugh (Terry); 6 grandchildren; and 3 great-grandchildren.
A visitation will be held at 11am, one hour prior to a funeral service on Thursday, January 6, 2022 at Nelsen Funeral Home, 412 S. Washington Hwy., Ashland, VA. Interment will follow at Countyline Baptist Church, 3461 Ladysmith Rd., Ruther Glen, VA.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.NelsenAshland.com for the Lewis family.
