Barney James Lewis

December 5, 1950 - June 21, 2019
Barney James Lewis

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Barney James Lewis, age 68 of Wilmington went to be with his Savior Jesus Christ, June 21, 2019 after a long battle with Alzheimer’s.

He was born in Wilmington on December 5, 1950 to the late Robert Jesse Lewis and Margaret Isabell Lewis.

He is survived by his wife of nearly 47 years, Anne Barr Lewis; daughter, Stephanie Ennis (Mike); son, Steven Lewis (Christina); grandson, Mikey Ennis and Samuel & Andrew Lewis; sister, Nancy Boyd (Bob) and brother R.J. Lewis (Faye).

Barney, a lifelong Wilmingtonian, enjoyed playing baseball & soccer for New Hanover High School. After graduating in 1969, he attended UNC-W where he also played soccer.

Barney had been active at Grace United Methodist Church where he was a member of the Bible Sunday School Class, had served as a trustee and had helped to facilitate Beth Moore Bible Studies.

He cherished his wife, loved his children and adored his grandsons. His smile and great sense of humor will always be remembered.

Memorial service will be 4:30 Sunday, June 30, 2019 at Grace United Methodist Church.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Alzheimer’s Association or Grace UMC 401 Grace St. Wilmington, NC 28401.

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  • June 25, 2019
    Mike & Teresa Darden says:
    We are so saddened to hear of your loss. Barney was a wonderful man, who always made me laugh. We cherish the times we had with him as some of the very best and loved him dearly. He will truly be missed. Anne, Steven, Stephanie, Christina and Mike, you are all loved so much and we’ll be praying for comfort and strength in the days ahead. Hang on tight to all your precious memories of Barney. We were all blessed to have him in our lives.

  • June 25, 2019
    Kris, Robyn, and Keegan Merck says:
    The thing I will always love the most about Barney was his laugh! Always a great sense of humor, or a quick one-liner, then he made you laugh as well. What an awesome man! We were fortunate to spend some time on earth with him and look forward to seeing him again up in heaven. Sending love and prayers to your family during this time of sorrow.

  • June 25, 2019
    Fred Ourt says:
    Barney was a wonderful friend and the best person you'd ever want to meet. Some of the best moments of my life were spent with him and his family, and my prayers go out to them in this time of loss and grief.

  • June 24, 2019
    Kellie McDonald says:
    Stephanie, your dad was sweet, kind and loved God with all of his heart. He always made me laugh and brought a smile to everyone’s face that he met. He will be sorely missed. I know he is walking on streets made of gold, is healthy and happy. We will all see him again one day. I’m praying for you and your entire family. I love you, my best friend. I can only imagine...

  • June 25, 2019
    Nancy Lewis Peterson says:
    Anne and family, I offer my sincere condolences at this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers for strength and peace are with you upon your loss of Barney who is loved by so many.