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Rena Mae Lewis

July 9, 1944 - July 31, 2021
Visitation
Thomas McAfee Funeral Homes, Downtown
639 North Main Steet
Greenville, SC 29601
Wednesday 8/4, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Service
Thomas McAfee Funeral Homes, Downtown Chapel
639 N Main Street
Greenville, SC 29601
(864) 232-6733 |
Thursday 8/5, 1:30 pm

Rena Mae Lewis, 77, beloved wife of the late James C. Lewis of Greenville, passed away Saturday, July 31, 2021.

Born in Greenville, SC, she was a daughter of the late Wade and Mary Victoria (McAllister) Bryson.

Growing up Rena was outgoing and made friends easily. She graduated from Parker High School and worked briefly at Cash and Carry before entering the textile industry. She began her career in textiles at J. P. Stevens & Company in Greenville and retired as an inspector at Dunean Mill in Greenville.

Rena and James married in December of 1960, and the couple was blessed with four children. They enjoyed camping and going to the mountains. After her husband passed away at the age of 63, Rena showed enormous strength and courage to carry on alone. Rena continued visiting the beaches to feel the warmth of the sun and sand on her toes. In later years, Rena would go downtown to sit outside, enjoy a drink, and soak up the energy of the city. Her personality was vibrant, independent, and feisty at times but always loving and encouraging. Rena was a special Mom and Grandma who will never be forgotten.

Rena’s memories are forever cherished in the hearts of her four children, Scott Lewis, Michael Lewis (Heather Hollingsworth), Tracey Medlin (Richey Massey), Amy Lister (Chris Brown); eight grandchildren, Mitchell Tyler, Amanda Lewis, Ashley Wilson (Kyle Wilson), Cody Lewis, Haley Quinn (Chad Quinn), Logan Lister (Zach Fields), James Medlin, and Brody Brown; five great-grandchildren, Alyssa, Taniya, and Gabriella Lewis, Ivy Quinn, and Wylder Fields; and three sisters-in-law, Emma George, Bettyann Hickey, and Annie Mae Lewis and their families.

In addition to her parents and loving husband, she was preceded in death by sister, Hilda Jean Doan.

Visitation will be held Wednesday, August 4, 2021, from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Thomas McAfee Funeral Home, Downtown. The funeral service will be Thursday, August 5, 2021, at 1:30 p.m. at Thomas McAfee Funeral Home, Downtown Chapel. Burial will be in Graceland Cemetery West.

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Thomas McAfee Funeral Homes, Downtown
639 North Main Steet
Greenville, SC 29601
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Wednesday 8/4, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Service
Thomas McAfee Funeral Homes, Downtown Chapel
639 N Main Street
Greenville, SC 29601
(864) 232-6733 | Map
Thursday 8/5, 1:30 pm

Rena Mae Lewis, 77, beloved wife of the late James C. Lewis of Greenville, passed away Saturday, July 31, 2021. Born in Greenville, SC, she was a daughter of the late Wade and Mary Victoria (McAllister) Bryson. Growing up Rena was outgoing and made friends easily. She graduated from Parker High School and worked brieflyContinue Reading

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Douglas Whitehead left a message on January 26, 2023:
Although I never met Mrs. Lewis, her son Michael and I have worked together for over ten years. She raised a good man, and I am grateful that her son is in my life. He has been one of my best friends, and employee of the month for nine years. ;-) . Respectfully, Doug Whitehead ARRAYOFSOLUTIONS.COM.
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Charlene O'Shields left a message on August 4, 2021:
Rena was a very dear and sweet friend. She will be missed. I know that she loved her family and missed her husband every day. Rest in peace sweet lady.
Andrea Whitener left a message on August 4, 2021:
Tracy Sorry for the loss of your mom. She was very nice when I met her in the office. I will be praying for you and your family. Andrea Whitener
Shirley Pittman Eskew left a message on August 3, 2021:
Scott, Michael, Tracy, & Amy, I'm so sorry about the loss of your mom. Rena was always a sweet lady and I enjoyed talking to her. You have my prayers and may God give you comfort, guidance, and strength in the days ahead. She will be greatly missed. Prayerfully Your Neighbor, Shirley P. Eskew and James
Brynda Waters Brown left a message on August 3, 2021:
Your Mom and Dad were neighbors of my Mom and Dad for many years. I remember you kids playing in their hammock when you were small. So sorry to hear about her passing. All of you will be in my prayers. Brynda Waters Brown
Thomas McAfee Funeral Homes left a message:
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