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Alphonso M. Lewis Dies

In Loving Memory of Alphonso M. Lewis

January 30, 1944 โ€“ April 12, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Alphonso M. Lewis, who departed this life on April 12, 2025, at the age of 81. Alphonso was a beloved husband, devoted father, cherished grandfather, caring brother, and loyal friend to many.

Alphonso M. Lewis

Born on January 30, 1944, Alphonso lived a life defined by resilience, integrity, and unwavering love for his family and community. He was a man of quiet strength, known for his wisdom, generosity, and sense of humor that brought comfort and joy to those around him.

Alphonso is survived by his loving wife, Audry O. Lewis; his children Carlene Lee, Marlene Johnson, Devon Lewis, and Allan Lewis; and his grandchildren Kimesha Lewis, Kimani, Myeeteh Kamara-Lewis, Jahsaria Bachelor, Jahsar Bachelor, Jahkayla Bachelor, Sha’Nayla Lee, Janae Johnson, and Jamal Johnson.

He is also mourned by his sister Mary Simon; nieces Barbara James, Andrea James-Morton, Kera Crawford, Janice Isaac, and Eulanda Martin; nephews Vaughn Edwards, Gregory Lewis, Dion James, Ronald James, Wayne James Sr., Charles James Jr., Alvie James, Michael James, Dean Henry, Jessie Henry, McClean Crawford, Rodrick Floyd, Ivan Floyd, and Tony Floyd.

Alphonso leaves behind his beloved in-laws Christina Kamara-Lewis, Shawn Lee, and Earnest Johnson. He will be dearly missed by his special friends Mahmoud Abdallah, Arthur Joseph, Atine Merick, and Julian Nicholas, whose companionship enriched his later years.

A private viewing will be held on May 22, 2025, at Divine Chapel, Estate Peterโ€™s Rest, from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM.

A public funeral service will take place on May 24, 2025, with a viewing beginning at 10:00 AM, followed by the service at 11:00 AM.

Alphonsoโ€™s legacy of love, kindness, and family devotion will live on in the hearts of all who knew him. May he rest in eternal peace.

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