William Stanford Lewis, 73, passed away on January 3, 2019, surrounded by his loving family.

He was born on December 15, 1945 in McAlister, Oklahoma to Alton and Alma Lewis. He has been a long time resident of Louisiana, most recently residing in Denham Springs. Bill enjoyed a successful, 42 year career with The Newtron Group before retiring in 2016. He enjoyed fishing and playing cards with his family. He loved old cars, and recently checked off his final bucket list item by buying a Chevrolet Corvette. He was deeply loved by his grandchildren, and most weekends he could be found sitting at the ballpark cheering them on. He will be sorely missed by all who knew him.

Bill is survived by his loving wife of 36 years, Barbara; Three sons, William Patrick Lewis and his wife Chrissy of Houston, TX, Ric Hammer of Biloxi, MS, and Jeffrey Lewis and his wife Mindy of Denham Springs, LA; eight grandchildren, Max and Joseph Hammer, Madison, Sarah, Will, Matthew, Leighton and Catherine Lewis. He is preceded in death by his father, Alton Lewis; mother, Alma Singletary Lewis; sister, Rosemary Lewis Boudreaux; and son, James Hammer.

A Celebration of Life will be held for family and close friends by invitation.