Willard Vernon Lewis passed away February 14, 2024, at 87 years old. Vernon “Dink” Lewis was born May 19, 1936, in Chester, Georgia. Vernon a kind, welcoming, and humorous man, loved God. He enjoyed singing at church, and at home. He also loved entertaining others with his karaoke system. Vernon loved his family more than anything and would do everything to help any of them out. He also enjoyed gardening, landscaping and fishing.

He was preceded in death by his wife Lawana Jean, of 49 years, both of his parents, and his 4 siblings.

Vernon is survived by his sons, Rodney, Randy, and Daryl. Grandchildren, Sara and Shawn (their mother Jane), Trisha and Melanie (their mother Rachel), Jennifer, Jessica and Joshua (their mother Kathy), Josephina and Mitchell (their mother Valarie), 25 great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and many others who loved him greatly.

A celebration of life will be held in his honor at 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, March 23, 2024, at Junior Service League Clubhouse located at 3122 S. Crysler Ave, Independence, Missouri, 64055. Parking is limited so please try to share rides/carpool, thank you.

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to the Alzheimer’s Association in his honor.