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Charles Lewis Obituary

Lewis, Charles Simon (Chuck) was born October 8, 1933 to Simon and Henryenne Lewis in New Orleans, Louisiana. Chuck and his family resided in the Woodlawn Community of Chicago, III. In 1951, Chuck joined the Chicago Park District Police Force, which merged with the Chicago Police Department. After 33 years of service Chuck, retired in 1990. On February 20, 2011, Chuck made his transition. He is survived by his wife, Deidra, three sons Charles Jr. (Annette) Mark (Renee) Erich (Donna) and step-son Douglass (Roni) three brothers: Donald (Zelia) Elwyn (AIma) Wayne lewis and Eleven grandchildren. Chuck will lay state Monday: February 28, 2011, 6pm to 9pm at A.A.Rayner & Sons 318 E. 71st Street and Tuesday March 1, 2011, 10:00am wake and 11:00am service at St. Columbanus Catholic Church located at 331 E. 71st Street. Interment immediately following to Oak Woods Cemetery. For more information 773-846-6133.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Feb. 25, 2011.

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Torgbui Ametefe

March 2, 2011

May you rest well Chuck, you lived a good life, you were a positive in today's society. Thank you

Barry Brown

March 1, 2011

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Anita Swift

February 28, 2011

Wow Chuck, I remember you so well, just always a really nice person, always pleasant to be around. May God bless you and may you rest in peace. ms swift

Gerald e. Jones

February 28, 2011

may your future be brighter than the past and may the Creator Bless your family and
friends....Gerald e. Jones former Alderman 7th ward Chicago

Debra Rogers

February 27, 2011

You are in my prayers. May God provide the strength and healing that only he can provide.

Missouri Wade

February 25, 2011

Dearest Chuck - you were LOVED and you will be sorely missed.

Claudine Jones

February 25, 2011

You are in my thoughts and prayers.

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