Obituaries

Ricky Lee Lewis, Sr., 72, of Martinsville, Virginia, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. He was born on March 24, 1953, to Rev. Paul A. Lewis and Frances Taylor Lewis. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his brother, Ronald Dale Lewis.

For more than 40 years, Ricky was self-employed as the owner of Rick’s Fix-It Repair Service, where he built a strong reputation for his dependable work in appliance repair. He was a dedicated member of Life Church (formerly Upper Room Worship Center) and served faithfully on the Pastor’s Council. A licensed CB and Ham radio operator, Ricky enjoyed connecting with others over the airwaves, using the handle “Flying Eagle”. He also found joy in fishing and had a deep love for singing.

In addition to his mother, Frances Taylor Lewis, Ricky is survived by his loving wife, Diane King Lewis; daughters, Jennifer Graham (Daniel) and Brittney Palmer (Andrew); sons, Lee Lewis (Stephanie), Brian Hughes, Brandon Hughes, and Bradley Hughes; grandchildren, Olivia Cotton, Zane Graham, Charlee Lewis, Aspen Palmer, Jade Hylton, Leif Hughes, and Ayden Hughes; great-grandchild, Danielle Cotton; and his sister, Karen Shupe. He is also remembered fondly by extended family and many friends.

The family will receive friends on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Life Church (formerly Upper Room Worship Center). A funeral service will follow at 1:00 p.m., officiated by Pastor Dennis Cline and Rev. Jason Shupe. Interment will take place at Roselawn Burial Park.

Bassett Funeral Service is serving the Lewis family.