Lewis D. Gillett

He was born in Austin, Texas on November 18th, 1935. Lewis graduated from McCallum High School as a member of the inaugural class of 1954. He was married to the love of his life, Barbara Wendland, on February 10th, 1956. Lewis enjoyed a long career in banking. He was instrumental in bringing the KAIROS Prison Ministry to Texas and served in it for many years. He was a member of Crestview United Methodist Church.

He is survived by his wife of almost 62 years, Barbara Gillett. Children: Don Gillett of Houston; Sheryl Ketelsen and husband, Kimm of Tyler; Allan Gillett and wife, Liz of Cedar Creek; Kevin Gillett and wife, Jill of Hutto. His grandchildren: Amber Hardilek and husband, Zach; Jeff Gillett, Matthew Gillett, Tyler Gillett, Alyssa Gillett, Jonathan Gillett, Zachary Gillett, Christi Stevens and husband, John; and Julie Ketelsen. Seven great grandchildren (plus one on the way). Brother Jim Gillett and wife, Roslyn; sisters Doris Davis and husband, Dean; Pat Hixon and husband, Richard. Sister-in-law Kay Fleet, niece Rene Fleet and husband, Jeff; and several other nieces and nephews.

He was proceeded in death by his parents, Edgar and Vera Gillett; two step-brothers, Jack Hicks and Bob Hicks; his father and mother-in-law, Walter and Evelyn Wendland; and beloved nephew, Charles Fleet Jr.

The family wishes to express their deep appreciation to those who helped care for him towards the end of his life.

A visitation for friends and family will be held from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., Thursday, January 4, 2018 at Cook-Walden/Capital Parks in Pflugerville. The funeral service will take place at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, January 5, 2018 in the memorial chapel of the funeral home with a graveside to follow at Cook-Walden/Capital Parks Cemetery.

If desired, friends may make memorial contributions to the Michael J. Fox Foundation or the Methodist Children’s Home in Waco. Your favorite memories and condolences may be sent to the family at Legacy.com

Active pallbearers include: Jeff Gillett, Matthew Gillett, Tyler Gillett, Jonathan Gillett, Zachary Gillett, Zach Hardilek, and Brandon Martin. The honorary pallbearers are Jim Gillett, Dean Davis, and Richard Hixon.