James Franklin Lewis




James Franklin "Jim" Lewis was born June 7, 1925, in Waupaca, Waupaca Co., WI, and died September 28, 2004, in West Palm Beach, Palm Beach Co., FL, at age 79. He is the son of Reuben Benjamin Lewis of Waupaca, Waupaca Co., WI, and Mary Isabel Johnson of Wisconsin.

Barbara M. "Bobbe" Marsh was born April 16, 1928, in Pittsburgh, Allegheny Co., PA. She is the daughter of William Franklin Marsh (born September 19, 1893, in Burlington, Burlington Co., NJ, and Mildred E. "Tim" Timblin (born January 22, 1902, of Pennsylvania, who died November 23, 2000, in Palm Desert, CA).

James Franklin "Jim" Lewis and Barbara "Bobbe" Marsh were married June 10, 1950, at the University of Wisconsin Presbyterian Student Chapel, Madison, Dane Co., WI.               

James Franklin "Jim" Lewis and Barbara "Bobbe" (Marsh) Lewis had four children:

  1. William Franklin "Bill" Lewis: Born March 27, 1951, in Cedar Rapids, Linn Co., IA. Married May 5, 1984, in Des Moines, IA, to Darlene Kay Lawler: Born June 14, 1954, in Eldora, IA.
  2. Robert William "Bob" Lewis: Born February 17, 1953, in Cedar Rapids, Linn Co., IA. Married Unknown to Lori Ann Unknown: Born March 26, 1953, in Unknown.
  3. Thomas James "Tom" Lewis: Born February 8, 1956, in Cedar Rapids, Linn, IA; Died August 17, 1987, in North Wilkesboro, Wilkes Co., NC (age 31). Buried in Roselawn Memorial Park, Monona, Dane Co., WI. Never married.
  4. Kathleen Ann "Kathy" Lewis: Born June 2, 1966, at St. Mary's Hospital, Madison, Dane Co., WI. Married August 16, 1992, in Sugar Island, Palm Beach Co., FL, to: Mark Ronald Adams: Born May 9, 1965, in Bermuda.



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Thomas James "Tom" Lewis is buried in Roselawn Memorial Park, Monona, Dane Co., WI. Thanks to Find-A-Grave for making this image available.


James Franklin "Jim" Lewis was born June 7, 1925, in Stevens Point, Portage Co., WI.

Barbara "Bobbe" Marsh was born April 16, 1928, in Pittsburgh, Allegheny Co., PA.

The 1920 U. S. Census taken on January 6, 1920, shows Gust Lewis (age 71) is a widower born in Sweden to Swedish-born parents with Pa naturalization citizen and having immigrated in 1872 is a House Carpenter owning his home and is living at 413 South State Street, 2nd Ward, Waupaca, Waupaca Co., WI. Living with him are three of his children, all unmarried except for Reuben, and born in Wisconsin to Danish-born parents: Clara Lewis (age 28), a Milliner in a Hat Shop; Rueben Lewis (age 20), Unemployed; and Phillip Lewis (age 16), Unemployed.

The 1920 U. S. Census taken on January 17, 1920, shows Ruben Lewis (age 20) born in Wisconsin to Swedish and Danish-born parents is an Electric Plant Electrician renting his home and is living at 17 Block 1, Village of New Leipzig, Weller Twp., Grant Co., ND. Living with him is his wife, Marie Lewis (age 19) born in Wisconsin to Wisconsin-born parents.

The 1930 U. S. Census taken on April 3, 1930, shows Reuben B. Lewis (age 30) born in Wisconsin to Swedish and Danish-born parents and first married at age 19 is a Bookkeeper in an Auto Motor Company and is renting his home for $23 a month and is living at 312 South Fremont Street, 3rd Ward, Stevens Point, Portage Co., WI. Living with him is his wife, Mary Lewis (age 29) born in Wisconsin to Wisconsin-born parents and first married at age 19. Also living there are his sons: Donald Lewis (age 9) born in North Dakota; and James Lewis (age 4) born in Wisconsin.

The 1940 U. S. Census taken on April 10, 1940, shows Reuben B. Lewis (age 40) born in Wisconsin, and 5 years ago was living in the Same House, and with 4 years of High School, is a married County Officer for the Veterans Service who owns his home worth $5,000 and is living at 505 South Michigan Avenue, 5th Ward, City of Stevens Point, Portage Co., WI. Living with him are: his wife, Mary Lewis (age 39) born in Wisconsin, and 5 years ago was living in the Same House, and with 4 years of High School; his unmarried son, Donald Lewis (age 19) born in North Dakota, and 5 years ago was living in the Same House, and with 1 year of College, an Office Worker for the N. Y. A.; and his unmarried son, James Lewis (age 14) born in Wisconsin, and 5 years ago was living in the Same House, and with 8 years of School.


   

James Franklin "Jim" Lewis WWII Draft Registration Report dated June 7, 1943.


Barbara M. "Bobbe" Marsh graduated from Winchester Thurston High School, Pittsburgh, Allegheny Co., PA, in 1945.


The 1950 U. S. Census taken on April 1, 1950, shows James F. Lewis (age 24) born in Wisconsin, is a never married Graduate Assistant at State University, and is Rooming at 315 N. Lake Street, Madison, Dane Co., WI.

James Franklin "Jim" Lewis and Barbara "Bobbe" Marsh were married June 10, 1950, at the University of Wisconsin Presbyterian Student Chapel, Madison, Dane Co., WI.


James Franklin "Jim" Lewis and Barbara M. "Bobbe" Marsh Episcopal Church Marriage Record.


The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, Pittsburgh, Allegheny Co., PA, Monday, June 12, 1950

Barbara Marsh Wed In Student Chapel At Wisconsin University

Marywood College Alumnae Honor Pittsburgh Graduate

By ANNE RYAN LESH

At a ceremony on Saturday afternoon in the Presbyterian Student Chapel in Madison, Wis., Barbara Marsh, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William F. Marsh of Shady Avenue, became the bride of James Franklin Lewis of Stevens Point, Wis. A reception in the main lounge of the chapel and a dinner in the Edgewater Hotel followed the ceremony. Escorted by her father, the bride wore a gown of organdy and eyelet embroidery with an organdy train and matching cap. She carried a cascade bouquet of white orchids and lilies of the valley. Ellen Connor of Madison was the bride's only attendant and for best man Mr. Lewis had Charles Larson. His ushers were William T. Marsh, brother of the bride, and George Mueller. After a wedding trip in northern Wisconsin, the couple will reside in Madison.


William Franklin "Bill" Lewis was born March 27, 1951, in Cedar Rapids, Linn Co., IA.

Robert William "Bob" Lewis was born February 17, 1953, in Cedar Rapids, Linn Co., IA.


Stevens Point Daily Journal, Stevens Point, Portage Co., WI, Friday, September 2, 1955

The R. B. Lewises To Attend Waupaca Anniversary Event

Mr. and Mrs. R. B. Lewis, 505 South Michigan avenue, will be in Waupaca Sunday afternoon when Mr. Lewis' brother-in-law and sister, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Lear celebrate their golden wedding anniversary. The Lears will greet relatives and friends at an open house at their home from 2 to 4 o'clock, with a buffet supper for relatives following from 5 to 7 o'clock. Mrs. Lear is the former Edith Lewis. Her six brothers and sisters-in-law and her brother-in-law and sister will be among the guests. They are Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Lewis, Seattle, Wash., Mr. and Mrs. Ed Lewis, New Liepzig, N. D., Mr. and Mrs. Phillip Lewis, Neenah, Mr. and Mrs. Irving Lewis and Mr. and Mrs. Irving Lewis and Mr. and Mrs. Albert Lewis, Waupaca, the R. B. Lewises, Steven Point, and Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Peterson, Menasha. Also present for the event will be the Lears' two sons, Lloyd and Herbert Lear, Waupaca, and their daughter, Naomi, who is married and lives in Manitowoc, as well as the R. B. Lewises' son and daughter-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. James Lewis, and two children, Billy and Bobby, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, who have been visiting the Lewis home here since Friday. Mr. and Mrs. Lear were married in Waupaca on Sept. 13, 1905. Mr. Lear, who is retired, was associated with the First National Bank at Waupaca for many years. He is well-known in Stevens Point Masonic circles.


Thomas James "Tom" Lewis was born February 8, 1956, in Cedar Rapids, Linn, IA.


Stevens Point Daily Journal, Stevens Point, Portage Co., WI, October 13, 1957

James Lewis Gets Ph. D. Degree

James F. Lewis, Cedar Rapids, Iowa, son of Mr. and Mrs. R. B. Lewis, 505 S. Michigan Ave., received a doctor of philosophy degree in educational psychology last Wednesday at the University of Iowa, Iowa City. Mr. Lewis has been employed as special counselor in the Cedar Rapids school system for the past four years. He received his master's degree at the University of Wisconsin in 1950. He plans to continue in the educational field in Cedar Rapids. Bill, Bob and Tom Lewis are spending this week with the grandparents, the R. B. Lewises, while their parents, Mr. and Mrs. James Lewis, are in northern Wisconsin.


In June, 1958, Dr. James Lewis resigned to accept a position with the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.


Stevens Point Daily Journal, Stevens Point, Portage Co., WI, September 29, 1960

Lewis Named To State Office In State Welfare

Dr. James Lewis, Madison, has been appointed chief of community services for the State Department of Public Welfare, Division for Children and Youth. Dr. Lewis, son of Mr. and Mrs. R. B. Lewis, 505 S. Michigan Ave., has for the past two years served the department as educational consultant. He will begin his new duties on Oct. 1. The appointment was made by Miss Dorothy Waite, director of the division. In his new work, Dr. Lewis will be responsible for the division's program in community organization and juvenile delinquency prevention. Prior to going to Madison, Dr. Lewis was a school social worker in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, and was in family service work in La Crosse for a short period. He received a degree in social work from the University of Wisconsin and a Ph. D. degree at the University of Iowa, Iowa City.


Kathleen Ann "Kathy" Lewis was born June 2, 1966, at St. Mary's Hospital, Madison, Dane Co., WI.


Wisconsin Capital Times, Madison, Dane Co., WI, Friday, June 3, 1966

Births

AT ST. MARY'S (Thursday, June 2, 1966)

Mr. and Mrs. James F. Lewis, 6101 Ridgewood Ave., daughter.


Thomas James "Tom" Lewis died August 17, 1987, in North Wilkesboro, Wilkes Co., NC, at age 31. Buried in Roselawn Memorial Park, Monona, Dane Co., WI.


Wisconsin Capital Times, Madison, Dane Co., WI, Friday, August 21, 1987

Lewis, Thomas J.

MADISON/NORTH WILKESBORO, N.C. - Thomas J. Lewis, age 31, currently of North Wilkesboro, North Carolina, and formerly of Madison, died Monday, August  17, 1987 in North Wilkesboro. He was born February 18, 1956 in Cedar Rapids, Iowa and had been a Madison area resident most of his life, having attended grade school & high school in Monona Grove. He was a self employed musician. He is survived by his parents, James and Barbara Lewis of Monona; two brothers, Bill (Darlene Lawler) Lewis of Des Moines, Iowa and Bob (Lori) Lewis of Boulder, Colorado; a sister, Kathy Lewis currently attending school in Tampa, Florida; nieces and nephews, Josef, James, Anne, Andra and Amy; paternal grandfather Reuben Lewis of Stevens Point; and maternal grandmother Mildred Marsh of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; along with aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held at GUNDERSON FUNERAL HOME, 5203 Monona Dr., at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, August 22, 1987. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Park. Friends may call from 5:30 until 8:00 p.m. on Friday, August 21, 1987 at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, the family asks memorials be made to the American Heart Association.


Mark Ronald Adams and Kathleen Ann "Kathy" Lewis were married August 16, 1992, in Sugar Island, Palm Beach Co., FL.


Mark Ronald Adams and Kathleen Ann "Kathy" Lewis Marriage Record.


James Franklin "Jim" Lewis died September 28, 2004, in West Palm Beach, Palm Beach Co., FL, at age 79.

William Timblin "Bill" Marsh died April 1, 2007, in Bonita Springs, Lee Co., FL, at age 74.


The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, Pittsburgh, Allegheny Co., PA, April 4, 2007

MARSH WILLIAM TIMBLIN "BILL"

Of Bonita Springs, FL, formerly of Fox Chapel, PA died on April 1, 2007, concluding an extended battle with cancer. Bill was born August 6, 1932 in Pittsburgh, PA, the youngest child of William F. and Mildred T. Marsh. He graduated Mercersburg Academy in 1949, Yale University in 1953 and served three years in the U.S. Coast Guard before getting his LLB, JD from the University of Pennsylvania in 1959. He pursued his legal career with a major Pittsburgh law firm for several years and then accepted the challenge of creating a new position as Vice President and General Counsel of Sprang & Company of Butler, PA which he held for 30 years before retiring to Bonita Springs in 1998. Bill consistently contributed his talents to the community over the years, from Little League coach, Indian Guides leader and Scoutmaster to Borough Council of Fox Chapel Borough and President of his Bonita Bay Homeowners Association. His two most significant contributions were serving as pro bono general and trial counsel for the medical staff of Butler County Hospital System as part of an effort to redirect the system and better serve the community; and the founding of Foxwall EMS, which after 30 years still provides quality paramedic and emergency medical services to the Boroughs of Fox Chapel and Aspinwall. Bill was a member and elder of Fox Chapel Presbyterian Church where his service included two separate terms as Clerk of Session; an affiliate member of the First Presbyterian Church of Bonita Springs; a member of Fox Chapel Golf Club and the Bonita Bay Club; and past President of the Fox Chapel Racquet Club. Bill his survived by his lifetime sweetheart and loving wife of 53 years, Mary McNaugher "Polly" Marsh; son, William McNaugher "Bill" Marsh, M.D. (Stefanie) and his 5 children of Wolfeboro, NH; daughter, Margaret McNaugher Marsh, M.Ed. and her child, Mary of Aspinwall, PA; son, Robert McNaugher "Rob" Marsh, MBA, CFA (Tracey) and his 2 children of Pittsburgh, PA; and his sister, Barbara Marsh "Bobbe" Lewis, of Tucson, AZ. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, David McNaugher Marsh and a sister, Patricia "Patty" Marsh. The family will receive friends on Friday, April 6, 2007 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at WALTER SHIKANY'S BONITA FUNERAL HOME 28300 Tamiami Tr. So. Bonita Springs. (239) 992-4982 Family Owned Since 1978. Funeral services will be held at 7:30 PM with Rev. Dr. Doug Pratt, officiating. Additional services will be held April 28 at 10AM at the Fox Chapel Presbyterian Church in Pittsburgh, PA. Interment will be private. In Lieu of flowers, a charitable contribution is suggested to the Foxwall EMS, 403 Fox Chapel Rd., Pittsburgh, PA 15238 or to Joanne's House at Hope Hospice 27200 Imperial St. Bonita Springs, FL 34135.
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Evelyn Delores (Schwingel) Lewis died March 20, 2008, in San Antonio, Bexar Co., TX, at age 89.


San Antonio Express-News, San Antonio, Bexar Co., TX, March 23, 2008

Evelyn D. Lewis, 89, passed away March 20, 2008. She was born in Richland Center, WI, in 1918. She graduated from Central State Teacher's College in Stevens Point, WI, in biology and music. She sang, played piano, tympani & marimba. She taught biology, sang in the Houston Chorale, & participated in productions of the Alley Theatre in Houston. She was a charter member of the Houston Archaeological Society & active member of Texas Archaeology Society. Survivors include daughter, Donna Lewis McPeek; son, Jeff Lewis (Joyce). Grandchildren include Scott Lewis (Alejandra) with great-grand son, Matthew Lewis; Melissa Lewis Huegerich (Scott Huegerich); Julia McPeek Campbell (David Campbell); Michael Lewis-Spencer McPeek. Ex-son-in-law is John S. McPeek. Funeral will be Monday, March 24, 2008 at 9:00 a.m. at Mission Burial Park North, San Antonio, TX. In lieu of flowers please make donations to Alzheimer's research. Mission Park Funeral Chapels North.


Jane A. (Marsh) Stalzer died Tuesday, February 24, 2015, at Valley Baptist Hospital, Harlingen, Cameron Co., TX, at age 68. Buried in Immaculate Conception Cemetery, Haverhill, Marshall Co., IA.


Jane A. Stalzer

September 1, 1946 - February 24, 2015

Jane Stalzer, 68, of Ankeny, formerly Marshalltown, died unexpectedly on Tuesday night, February 24, 2015, at the Valley Baptist Hospital in Harlingen, Texas. On Wednesday, February 25, 2015, her mother, Mary Ann Lawler, joined her in eternal life. A Funeral Mass for both Jane Stalzer and her mother, Mary Ann Lawler, will be co-celebrated at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, March 4, 2015, at St. Henrys Catholic Church. She will be laid to rest in the Immaculate Conception Cemetery at Haverhill and her mom at St. James in Colo. Visitation will be held at the church from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m., on Tuesday, March 3, 2015, with a 7:00 p.m. vigil service. Memorials in Jane's honor may be directed to: St. Henrys Bell Choir, JDRF, Sunshine Bell Choir (in TX), Iowa River Hospice Home, or Lakewood RV Park (in TX). For condolences, please visit www.mitchellfh.com. The Mitchell Family Funeral Home is caring for Jane and her family. Ph. 641-844-1234. The Fredregill Funeral Home of Zearing is caring for Mary Ann and her family. Ph. 641-487-7500. Born on September 1, 1946, in Eldora, Iowa, Jane was the daughter of Verle and Mary Ann (Hopper) Lawler. She received her education in the area of her birth and graduated from the New Providence High School and furthered her education at AIB in Des Moines. On June 10, 1967, Jane was united in marriage to the love of her life, Vernon Stalzer, in Eldora. They made their home in Marshalltown where they were blessed with two children, Brad and Lori. Jane was employed for 22 years at Fisher Controls. This past year, they moved to Ankeny. Jane and Vern treasured their family (especially her grandchildren) and their time in Texas. Jane was passionate about the bell choir, cake decorating, playing dominoes, and dancing. She was very involved in community activities no matter where they might be, in both Iowa and Texas. Jane will be fondly remembered by Vernon, her loving husband of 47 years; son, Brad (Melinda) Stalzer; and daughter, Lori (Weston) Waterbeck; her precious grandchildren: Savannah, Logan and Ethan Stalzer, and Trenton and Kailey Waterbeck; her siblings: Betty (Jeff) Jegenyes, Rose Mary Hicks, Frank (Joyce) Lawler, Karen Riskedahl, Darlene Lawler (Bill Lewis) and Clyde Lawler; many nieces and nephews; the Stalzer family; and her Texas family and friends.


 

 

MARSH WILLIAM TIMBLIN "BILL"
Of Bonita Springs, FL, formerly of Fox Chapel, PA died on April 1, 2007, concluding an extended battle with cancer. Bill was born August 6, 1932 in Pittsburgh, PA, the youngest child of William F. and Mildred T. Marsh. He graduated Mercersburg Academy in 1949, Yale University in 1953 and served three years in the U.S. Coast Guard before getting his LLB, JD from the University of Pennsylvania in 1959. He pursued his legal career with a major Pittsburgh law firm from several years and then accepted the challenge of creating a new position as Vice President and General Counsel of Sprang & Company of Butler, PA which he held for 30 years before retiring to Bonita Springs in 1998. Bill consistently contributed his talents to the community over the years, from Little League coach, Indian Guides leader and Scoutmaster to Borough Council of Fox Chapel Borough and President of his Bonita Bay Homeowners Association. His two most significant contributions were serving as pro bono general and trial counsel for the medical staff of Butler County Hospital System as part of an effort to redirect the system and better serve the community; and the founding of Foxwall EMS, which after 30 years still provides quality paramedic and emergency medical services to the Boroughs of Fox Chapel and Aspinwall. Bill was a member and elder of Fox Chapel Presbyterian Church where his service included two separate terms as Clerk of Session; an affiliate member of the First Presbyterian Church of Bonita Springs; a member of Fox Chapel Golf Club and the Bonita Bay Club; and past President of the Fox Chapel Racquet Club. Bill his survived by his lifetime sweetheart and loving wife of 53 years, Mary McNaugher "Polly" Marsh; son, William McNaugher "Bill" Marsh, M.D. (Stefanie) and his 5 children of Wolfeboro, NH; daughter, Margaret McNaugher Marsh, M.Ed. and her child, Mary of Aspinwall, PA; son, Robert McNaugher "Rob" Marsh, MBA, CFA (Tracey) and his 2 children of Pittsburgh, PA; and his sister, Barbara Marsh "Bobbe" Lewis, of Tucson, AZ. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, David McNaugher Marsh and a sister, Patricia "Patty" Marsh. The family will receive friends on Friday, April 6, 2007 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at WALTER SHIKANY'S BONITA FUNERAL HOME 28300 Tamiami Tr. So. Bonita Springs. (239) 992-4982 Family Owned Since 1978. Funeral services will be held at 7:30 PM with Rev. Dr. Doug Pratt, officiating. Additional services will be held April 28 at 10AM at the Fox Chapel Presbyterian Church in Pittsburgh, PA. Interment will be private. In Lieu of flowers, a charitable contribution is suggested to the Foxwall EMS, 403 Fox Chapel Rd., Pittsburgh, PA 15238 or to Joanne's House at Hope Hospice 27200 Imperial St. Bonita Springs, FL 34135.
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