IRWIN KEITH LEWIS
September 2, 1949 – September 24, 2024
Irwin Keith Lewis was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend. He left this world peacefully with his family by his side on Tuesday, September 24, 2024 at the age of 75 years. He was born to Leonard and Elsie (Middleton) Lewis (both predeceased) of Spring Bay, Manitoulin Island, on September 2, 1949. Irwin was married to Mary (Becks) for 51 years and raised three beautiful daughters, Cheryl (Brian Rajala), Connie (Yvon Larocque) and Anita (Tim Rancourt). Irwin was a loving brother to Mildred (Len Jewell) (both predeceased), Audrey (predeceased) (Delbert Merrylees), Leah (Jim Rayner) (both predeceased), Patricia (Joe Baker), both predeceased, Shirley de Chevigny, Douglas (predeceased) (Mary-Alice), Kenneth (Marlene), Gordon (Darlene (predeceased)), Garry (predeceased) (Shirley) and Merlin (Christine). He is lovingly remembered by many brothers and sisters-in-law and many nieces and nephews. He was the proud grandfather of Lauren and Brendan Rajala, Elsa and Genevieve Rancourt and step-grandchildren Logan and Kiara Larocque. He had big dreams for all his grandchildren and loved spending time with them. In all their endeavours, he was their biggest fan. Irwin spent 30 years working for Falconbridge Mine in Sudbury, where his dedication and hard work left a lasting impression on all who knew him. After retiring, Irwin returned to his beloved Manitoulin Island, where he embraced the outdoor life, spending his days hunting, fishing and making maple syrup with his family. His home on Lake Kagawong was his pride and joy and he especially cherished the times when friends and family would visit, filling the house with laughter and love. He will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him. A graveside service was held at Grimesthorpe Cemetery on Saturday, October 5, 2024 at 11 am, which followed by a luncheon at the Providence Bay Hall. Donations can be made to Arthritis Society Canada and the Mindemoya Hospital Auxiliary. Cremation services provided by Simple Wishes of the North, Sudbury.
