Leon Franklin Lewis, entered into eternal rest on December 25, 2016 at his residence. He was born on January 7, 1953 in Sumter, SC. He was the son of the late Rebecca Lewis and Charlie Green.
Leon received his education in the public schools of Sumter County. He was a hard worker who enjoyed helping people in the community. He enjoyed having fun with family and friends.
Leon is survived by six sisters, Maggie Wright, Carrie (Irvin) Wright, Beverly Henderson, Mary Jane Lewis and Linda Lewis all of Sumter, SC, and Rebecca (Celestino) Gonzalez of Puerto Rico; one sister-in-law, Karen Lewis; five aunts, Annette Wright, Ruth Lewis, Minnie Brooks, Maggie Rose and Carolyn Green; two uncles, Leroy Rose and Frank Green; a host of nieces, nephews' other relatives and friends.
Leon was preceded in death by his parents, one brother, Ceasar Lewis, his maternal grandparents, Mary Jane Lewis and Willie Lewis; one nephew, Marcus V. Lewis.
Public Viewing will be held on Friday, Dec. 30, 2016 from 2-6pm at Job's Mortuary.
Mr. Lewis will be placed in the church on Sat. at 10am for viewing until the hour of service.
Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, December 31, 2016 at 11am at Salem Chapel & Heritage Center 101 S. SALEM AVE. Sumter, with Rev. Eric R. Dent, Officiating.

Family will be receiving friends at the home of his sister, 4475 Stick Lane, Sumter