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LEWIS, David Alan, Sr. David Alan Lewis, Sr., 67, of Palatka, FL, passed away unexpectedly at his residence on Saturday (February 19, 2011). He was born in Willimantic, and had been a resident of Palatka for the last five years, coming from Colchester. David was a father and mentor to every person who was blessed enough to have him in their life. His infectious smile, fun-loving personality and humor will be missed by all. Some of his favorite hobbies were hunting, fishing and collecting coins. He enjoyed spending time with his children most. He was an entrepreneur who built many successful businesses including construction, insurance and restaurants. He was a member of many organizations including the Moose Lodge # 184 of Palatka as well as prior membership in Connecticut. He is preceded in death by his mother, Mary Lewis; and two brothers, Carlton Lewis and Douglas Lewis; and his former wife, Dorothy Fedus Lewis. Survivors include his father, Lt. Col. Eugene Hall Lewis, Sr., U.S. Army (Ret.) of Willimantic; three sons, David Alan Lewis, Jr. of Waterford, Darryl Lewis (Susanne Allen) of Colchester and Douglas Lloyd Lewis (Jennifer Riley) of Colchester; one daughter, Christina Leigh Lewis of Colchester; three brothers, Eugene Hall Lewis, Jr., Gregory Paul Lewis, and Robert Michael Lewis, all of Willimantic; three grandchildren, Connor Jacob Lewis, Christian David Charpentier, and Allie Mae Lewis; and his former wife, Sandy Lockhart Lewis of Colchester. |