Kenneth W. Lewis
Kenneth Lewis, 86, of Burton Township., passed away Feb. 24, 2025, at his home.
Born Aug. 14, 1938, in Cleveland, Ken lived in Burton for 56 years.
Ken was a proud Vietnam veteran, serving as sergeant in the U.S. Army 101st Airborne and Heavy Weapons Infantry Division from 1961 to 1964 (active duty) and reserves from 1964 to 1967. He earned his Sharpshooter and Expert Mortar and Rifle distinctions.
Ken worked for 48 years in the sheet metal trades for the Sheet Metal Local 33.
A real-life Daniel Boone, Ken loved to hunt, fish, trap, camp, hike, backpack and search for Chaga mushrooms and ginseng root. He lived a full and active life doing things his way (the right way) and on his terms, right up to the very end.
Ken was a family man who would do anything for his kids, grandkids, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He was always there to lend a helping hand to family and friends and would give you the shirt off his back.
Ken was a man of faith and was active with the New Mercies Church, in Burton, where he served as former president of the board.
He enjoyed taking long drives to Pennsylvania for hikes or to look at the leaves in the fall, metal detecting, gold panning and loved square dancing and clogging with his wife at fairs and festivals.
Ken was a blackbelt in karate, a longtime band member of the Geauga Highlanders Pipers and Drums and was an active member of the Gold Prospectors Association of America and the Newbury Legion Post 633.
Ken was the loving father of Kerrie (Tim) Krizner and Ken (Laura) Lewis; cherished grandfather of Shannon and Wyatt Lewis, and Zac Krizner; step-grandchildren, Audrey (Erik) Krotz and Daniel Klatik; siblings, Marla (James) Freda, Gayle Hayes and Bud (Hope) Lewis; brother-in-law, Mike (Sarah) Mahon; uncle to many nieces and nephews; cousin of many; and friend of many hiking buddies.
He is preceded in death by his beloved wife of 55 years, Peggie Lewis; and sister Myrna (Dorsey, dec.) Rowan.
Family will receive friends from 10-11:30 a.m. Saturday, March 22, 2025, at New Mercies Community Church, 12767 Butternut Road, Burton, with service immediately following. Pastor Roy Williams officiating. Luncheon to follow service at the church.
The best way to honor Ken is to please go outside and take a hike through nature or plant a tree in his name.
Donations in Ken’s memory may be made to Geauga Park District, 9160 Robinson Road, Chardon, OH 44024.
Arrangements are entrusted to McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Homes in Willoughby and Mentor. To leave condolences for the family or to order flowers, visit www.MCVfuneralhomes.com.
