James William Lewis

August 28, 1944 - August 12, 2021

James William Lewis, 77, of Chesapeake, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, August 12, 2021. Born in Elizabeth, New Jersey on August 28, 1944, he was the son of the late Claude Arthur Lewis and Myrtle E. Toft. He took trade courses in New Jersey. Then he served in the Navy for 6 years and retired from the Norfolk Naval Shipyard after 30 years. He enjoyed cooking, singing in the choir, and supporting missions. He will be remembered as a faithful loving husband, father, and friend. Survivors include his wife of 43 years, Rebecca Lewis; son, William Lewis; sister, Patricia Lewis Reuter; brother, George Claude Lewis, as well as numerous loving nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church. Private graveside services for family members will be held on a later date at Albert G. Horton, Jr. Memorial Veterans Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that donations be made to the missions fund at Great Hope Baptist Church on 1401 Battlefield Blvd., S. Chesapeake, VA 23322.