Mary Katherine Lewis

mary lewis

Born in: Detroit, MI
Resided in: Douglasville, GA

Sunrise June 11, 1947 Sunset July 31,2020

The Journey and Life of Our Beloved

Mary Katherine Miner-Lewis

Mary Katherine Lewis was born in Parkside Hospital, Detroit, Michigan on Wednesday, June 11, 1947, to the late Oliver and Margie (McConico) Miner. She was the second sibling of eight children. Her two brother, Franklin Miner and Stanly Miner (preceded her in death).

Mary was educated in the Detroit Public System, Alger Elementary, Hutchinson Middle School, and Northern High School. She graduated from Northern in June 1965 with honors. She was a member of the “Honor Society”, Future Teachers, and the “Viking Yearbook”. She received an academic scholarship and attended Wayne State University. Mary married Alfonso Lewis in the summer of 1967. On August 15, 1968, God blessed them with a beautiful baby boy “Rodney Oliver Lewis” whose middle name is the first name of his maternal grandfather. She was employed with Michigan Bell, Internal Revenue, Unisys, and the United States Post Office.

She accepted Christ during her youth at the family church, El Bethel Missionary Baptist under the leadership of the late Reverend Eugene Moore. Mary was a member of the Sunday School, Baptist Training Union, and numerous other ministries and activities. She later joined Liberty Temple Baptist Church under the late Reverend Samuel J. Thompson Jr. On September 18, 2011, she united with the Christian Fellowship of Love Baptist Church, under the auspices of the late Reverend Samuel J. Thompson Jr., until she relocated to Douglasville, Georgia in May 2018, to be close to her son, daughter-in-law, and grandchildren. Mary was very dedicated and faithfully attended church each Sunday. On numerous occasions, one could see she was not feeling well but she was determined to attend worship service. Even with her many underlying issues, she fought a good fight for years.

Mary faithfully supported the “Margie O’Neil Miner and Willie Ivory Wilson Legacy of Giving Programs,” through the “Adopt-a-Child Program and School Operation Backpack from Georgia.

Mary touched the lives of many people. She was funny and an avid reader; when you saw her, she normally had a book in hand. She was incredibly strong-minded, opinionated, and in the later years, she became quite the talker and philosopher. Mary will also be remembered with a wide smile when you recall her not wanting to grasp or accept texting and social media, especially when she always “ACE” every exam she took, or when her academic ability allowed her to be the accountant for M & M Construction Company, (her father and uncle’s company), just out of high school. Mary always made a statement with her fashion style and neatness. Anyone who knew Mary could see she loved her son, and his family, her sisters, brothers, Marriel Bells- Williams, a special friend, her nieces, and nephews. She had a special affection for Bailyn Bell, a great-great-nephew. They spent quite a bit of time together eating, talking, fussing, and laughing when she resided in Detroit, Michigan.

Mary Katherine leaves to celebrate her life and cherish her memory: One loving son Rodney, (Tracy), four grandchildren, Romeo, Royale, Rodney Jr, and Rayne along with their dog Rex. Five devoted siblings: Betty Robinson, Terry Robinson, Patricia Reed, Linda Miner, and Michael Miner (Brenda), four aunts, two uncles, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, friends, and church family.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to the National Kidney Foundation of Detroit, 7800 Outer Dr. West, Detroit, Michigan 48235 in honor and memory of “Mary Katherine Lewis”. www.nkfm.org

The family may be contacted by email at the following email address: RL32000@aol.com

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  1. Priscilla Jackson says:

    With heartfelt love.

    The Jackson Family

    • Jemiel Marsh Sr says:

      To my auntie who always kept it real with me. You always told the truth about people and you never witheld anything about yourself. You will truly be missed.

  2. Gregory Danielly says:

    Dear Capa . My hell rising sister . It’s going to more now
    .
    RIP LOVE YOU BIG SISTER .

  3. Edmond J. Flowers Jr says:

    My thoughts and prayers go out to the Lewis Family 🙏🏾🙏🏾

  4. Gina Rivers says:

    Sending love and blessings to Coach Lewis, Tracy, Romeo, Royale, Rodney, and Rayne. May the peace of God that surpasses all understanding guard your hearts and minds.
    The Rivers Family
    (Gina, Dionna, Javin, Azariah, & Nevaeh)

  5. The Hubbard Family says:

    My condolences.

  6. Tracey M Robinson says:

    You are gone but certainly not forgotten. I smile 😁 each time I think of you or something reminds me of something you have said. Until we meet again. Love you always

  7. Torena Kennix says:

    Please accept our condolences. With Love Kennix Family.

  8. roger hubbard says:

    Our sincere condolences. Our prayers are with the family

    Hubbard Family

  9. Robert Cunningham says:

    So sorry for your loss. Fran and I want you to know you are not alone. Our prayers are with you and your family.

  10. Jemiel Marsh Sr says:

    To my auntie who always kept it real with me. You always told the truth about people and you never witheld anything about yourself. You will truly be missed.

  11. Marchanae Mason-Robinson says:

    I miss u auntie Mary I have so many memories of u I will never forget u love u!!!

  12. Jevonda & Zion says:

    So sorry for loss. Sending you and the family my prayers and condolences🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

  13. The Noble Family says:

    Our deepest sympathy to the family. May God provide the strength and comfort needed to carry you through.🙏🏾🙏🏾🕊🕊

  14. Sharon Watson says:

    My condolences to the Lewis family. Praying for the family In this time of moaning. May your mom RIP

  15. Coach Joe Brown says:

    My condolences and prayers go out to you Rod and the Lewis family. I pray for comfort for the family during this time of loss.

    Coach Joe and the Brown Family

  16. Kimberly Robinson says:

    My Auntie my baby I’m going to miss you and your crazy ways til we meet again 😘😘

  17. Angela Brantley says:

    Rest in Heaven and enjoy forever with The Lord Auntie Mary. You always made me feel part of the Robinson family. We will miss you.

  18. Theresa Williams says:

    May the love of God and the peace of His holy spirit comfort you during this time of bereavement. Please know that my prayers are with you all.

  19. Shirley Mitchell says:

    My condolence to the family during your time of sorrow. May the Lord comfort and strengthen you at this time.

  20. Chika Ngozi says:

    May You and Your family be filled with Peace and Comfort during this time of bereavement. I pray your strength in our Heavenly Father.

  21. Tinae Patterson says:

    Rip auntie Mary

  22. Byron (Nephew) says:

    To my auntie wow 😭 This hurt I’m so thankful for the time we as a family had with you the good an the bad !! I will never forget ur smile ur heart to heart talks an ur love u had for all of us !! U will always have a place in my heart I know u looking down telling me to stop crying but when u love someone hard it’s going to hurt like this no more pain auntie no more!! U Rest In Peace u are truly Home nowTell Grandma an Grandad an Uncle Frank an Uncle Stanley the whole Family missing them also😪 And we love them more an more as the time passes!! I love you auntie I will see u again 😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢

  23. Tracy Moss says:

    We are sorry for your loss. Our prayers are for your peace.

  24. Jena Pitts says:

    To the Lewis family you have my condolences from your cousin Jena. Lv you.

  25. Dymetrius Ware says:

    Mary I always love your fighting spirit, and your willingness to help others, Just like your family took me in and made me feel a part of your loving family. Sending love and prayers to the entire Minor family. Mike, Linda, Terry and Pat. Love you all.

  26. Gwendolyn Johnson says:

    Pat Lewis, From our family to yours You have our sincere condolences and prayers May God comfort you through the loss of your sister With his Grace and love ❤️ Gwen & Family

  27. Judith Ford says:

    So sorry for your loss.


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