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Clyde W. Lewis \u2013 (74) \u2013 formerly of 94 \u00bd Maple St., Hornell, died Monday afternoon (September 7, 2020) at the Wellsville Manor following a long battle with dementia.<\/p>\nClyde W. Lewis \u2013 (74) \u2013 formerly of 94 \u00bd Maple St., Hornell, died Monday afternoon (September 7, 2020) at the Wellsville Manor following a long battle with dementia.<\/p>\n
Born in Hornell on September 18, 1945, he was the son of Claude & Margaret (Matthews) Lewis.<\/p>\n
Clyde grew up in Almond, NY and was a graduate of Alfred Almond Central School (class of 1965).\u00a0 He was a veteran of the US Air Force, serving his country during the Viet Nam era.\u00a0 While serving in the Air Force, Clyde served as Crew Chief of a fighter plane and had been stationed at various locations, including Turkey & England.<\/p>\n
He was employed for 25 years at the Village of Alfred Department of Public Works and for about 20 years served as a bus driver for the Alfred-Almond School District.<\/p>\n
Clyde attended the Alfred-Almond Bible Church and also enjoyed spending time at the Almond Senior Center, visiting with his many friends.\u00a0 He enjoyed \u201cfixing things\u201d and working with his hands.\u00a0 He also enjoyed arts & crafts, making \u201cworks of art\u201d using beads, leather & wood.\u00a0 Decorating his home brought a special joy, especially during the holiday seasons.\u00a0 He also loved taking long car rides with his wife, Bonnie, simply visiting new & exciting places.<\/p>\n
He was preceded in death by her daughter, Amanda Carole Lewis who died in 1976; his sister, Joyce Raner; his brother, John Lewis Sr.<\/p>\n
He was married on June 8, 1974 to the former Bonnie Seeley who survives. Also surviving are 2 daughters, Erica (Jeff Risley) Sergent of Fairport, NY and Gwyn (James) Ruthven of Alfred Station; 1 son, Bradley (Alexa) Lewis of Macedon, NY; his sister, Pam (John) Bretz of Horseheads, NY; 6 grand-children, Joseph Sergent, James \u201cLiam\u201d Ruthven, Grace Ruthven, Gabriel Lewis, Noah Lewis and Christian Lewis; several nieces & nephews.<\/p>\n
At Clyde\u2019s request there will be no prior calling hours.\u00a0 A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday at 12:00 Noon at the Alfred-Almond Bible Church, Almond, NY, with Pastor Ken Shutt officiating.\u00a0 Burial with Military Honors will follow at Woodlawn Cemetery in Almond.<\/p>\n
Funeral arrangements are in care of the Dagon Funeral Home, 38 Church St., Hornell, NY.<\/strong><\/p>\n