CHAPIN – Lewis E. Ballington, 75, of Chapin, passed away on Thursday, August 16, 2018. He was a son of the late C. Winfred Ballington, Sr. and Rachel L. Ballington of Gilbert, SC. He was a graduate of Gilbert High School and retired from United Parcel Service after 32 years. He served in the U.S. Navy.
A graveside service will be held at 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, August 19, 2018 at St. Thomas Lutheran Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends two hours prior to the service in the church Parish Hall. Casual dress has been requested by Mr. Ballington. Memorials may be made to St. Thomas Lutheran Church, 215 St. Thomas Church Rd., Chapin, SC 29036.
He is survived by his wife, Joyce S. Ballington and his son, Chris Ballington (Melissa); sisters, Sybil Beddingfield, Alice McElveen, Deborah Theis, Cathy Ballington; brothers, Donald (Lynda), Clarence (Jené), Douglas and Gerald (Lou Ann) Ballington. He was predeceased by brothers, Charles W. Jr. and George Ballington and a sister, Virginia Miller.
Caughman-Harman Funeral Home, Chapin Chapel, is assisting the family with arrangements.
