Phyllis C. Lewis, age 87, passed away on August 12, 2026 after a courageous battle with leukemia. She was born on August 20, 1938 in Louisa, Kentucky to Lewis and Garnet (Reynolds) Roberts. Phyllis was a licensed practical nurse and worked for a cardiologist's office for many years. She loved helping others. She was a member of Westgate United Methodist Church and had a strong faith. Phyllis enjoyed knitting, was an excellent seamstress; an amazing baker who enjoyed sharing her bake goods with others. She also loved to read. Preceded in death by her husband of 50 years, Elvin “Louie” Lee Lewis; parents Lewis and Garnet Roberts; sibling, Charles Roberts, Raymond (Peggy) Roberts, and Janet (Robert) Johnson; and her brothers-in-law, Eugene Carpenter and Harry Holland. Survived by her sisters, Norma Carpenter and Ruth Holland; many nieces, nephews, other family and friends.
Special thank you to the staff at the Ohio State James Cancer Center for their care and support over the years. Visitation will be held on Thursday, August 20, 2026 from 10:00 am – 11:00 am at Advantage Funeral Services by Schoedinger Hilltop, 3030 W. Broad Street, Columbus, Ohio 43204 where funeral service will follow at 11:00 am with Rev. Kevin Orr officiating. Interment at Spring Lawn Cemetery, Williamsport, Ohio next to her husband. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to
The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center – Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital and Solove Research Institute (OSUCCC – James - Hematology) 2121 Kenny Road, Columbus, Ohio 43210-3100
