Lewis Andrew Jackson
Lewis passed peacefully from this world while holding hands with his wife of almost 74 years, Euna Faye Jackson (Ford). He was a loving husband, father of two sons, Phillip (wife, Joyce), of San Antonio, TX, and Steven (wife, Karen) of Edmond, OK. Lewis is also survived by five grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.
He was born in Blossom Texas, to John and Myrtle Jackson. He attended Trenton, TX schools, where he met Faye. They married on October 24, 1942, shortly after Lewis entered the Army Air Corps in World War II. Faye traveled with him to various training locations until he departed for the Pacific Theater during the war. He served 4 years and rose to the rank of Sergeant.
Lewis returned from military service to start a career in the auto industry, beginning at Steakley Chevrolet in Denison as a paint and body man, and later moved to the parts department. Lewis and Faye moved to Commerce in 1952 when he began working at what was then Huffines Chevrolet (later Williams Motors), also in parts, and later moved to sales. He continued in sales for well over 30 years full time, and then continued part time for many more years. Throughout his career, Lewis won numerous sales awards. He continued to work with cars in some capacity well into his eighties.
Lewis’ passion was always cars, especially his El Camino. He also enjoyed fishing and working in his yard, winning Commerce “Yard of the Month” on more than one occasion.
He was an active member of the First United Methodist Church in Commerce for more than 60 years, serving on various boards and for many years as the church treasurer.
Lewis was also active in the community serving on the Commerce School Board. He served on the Troop Committee of Boy Scout Troop 27 at the church, and supported activities such as summer camp and the District Scout Show. He also participated in the Kiwanis Club and the Lions Club. Additionally, Lewis served on the Board of Directors of Commerce Federal Savings and Loan.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to First United Methodist Church – Commerce, TX or the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. `
Funeral services were held Saturday in San Antonio. Graveside services will be 10:00 AM, Monday, Octoer 3, 2016 at Rosemound Cemetery in Commerce under the direction of Coker-Mathews Funeral Home. Visitation will be Sunday, 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the funeral home.