- Date Of Birth: December 11, 1935
- Date Of Death: April 20, 2019
- State: Colorado
Those we love remain with us, for love itself lives on and cherished memories never fade because a loved one’s gone; those we love can never be more than a thought apart; for as long as there is memory, they’ll live on in the heart.
Nannie Elizabeth Lewis was born on December 11, 1935, in Meridian, Mississippi to her parents, Ernest Johnson and Thelma M. Kilpatrick Johnson. She was the second child born in the family. She was raised surrounded by her sister, Maeleen. She received her early education by attending school in Meridian.
On August 15, 1953, she wed Beather Evon Lewis. They first met in Nellieburg, Mississippi. They relocated to Denver, Colorado to be near her sister, Maeleen. To this union, two sons, Harold and Thomas were born. The couple had been married sixty-two years, when Beather preceded her in death.
Nannie was later blessed with four grandchildren Natalie, Darren, Nicole, Nia and three great grandchildren, Nile, Nhandi, and Cooper, who all were an additional source of joy and pride in her life. They lovingly called her “Granny” and fondly remember all the time she spent with each of them. She loved bragging and sharing with others about her grandchildren. She spent countless hours just sitting and talking with him.
Nannie was employed by several families. She was hardworking, dedicated and performed her duties with a spirit of excellence.
