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1938

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2025

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Mr. Cleophus Calloway Lewis Obituary

Funeral service for Mr. Cleophus Calloway Lewis, 86 of Killeen, TX will be held Thursday, July 10, 2025, 11:00 a.m. at Greater Peace Missionary Baptist Church in Killeen, TX. 


Visitation will be held on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, (6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.) at Chisolm's Family Funeral Home in Killeen, TX. 


Burial will be held on Monday, July 14, 2025, 10:30 a.m. at the Holy Sepulcher Cemetery in Orange, CA. Address: 7845 E Santiago Canyon Rd, Orange, CA 92869


Cleophus, known as “Cleo” to family and friends, was born July 2, 1938 in Arcadia, Louisiana, at rest June 22, 2025. He was the oldest child and only son of Ozz Joseph “O J” Lewis and Ida Jewel Quarles. Loving husband of Florence Tauriac for 66 years.  Dear father of Janine Lewis (ex-husband Stephen Kemp Sr), Cleophus Lewis Jr, Sonya Lewis (Michael Joyner Sr.).  Grandfather of Krystina Kemp (Nevin Smith), Stephen Kemp Jr (special friend Tanis Gaines), Christopher Kemp, Jonathan Kemp, Michael Joyner Jr, Cleophus Joyner. Great Grandfather of Claire Smith, Maliya Kemp, Kalani Kemp and Luanna Kemp. Brother of Margaret Lewis.   


Cleo was preceded in death by his parents, OJ and Ida Lewis, his son Cleophus Lewis Jr and grandson Christopher Kemp.

Published by Chisolm's Family Funeral Home and Florist - Killeen on Jul. 3, 2025.

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Celestine Bell

July 15, 2025

Sending my deepest condolences to family.

Bobbie Lanham

July 10, 2025

My deepest condolences to the family, my prayers are with you always. Cleo was a True friend, we were all at Southern together, our children grew up togethers, he will truly be missed. Make God give you strength, keep the faith, love you.❤

Karen Bossier

July 10, 2025

Uncle Cleophus, there is No Stoplight in Heaven Joining Cleo, My Parents & Darryl , The Stephens , Shirley & Tony and SO many who left before us is a powerful-Heaven is where the Joyful Celebration is

Sharon Washington

July 9, 2025

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Altha Scott-Faruq

July 9, 2025

My condolences to family and friends. May God grant you comfort and may cousin Cleophus Rest In Paradise.

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Mark & Annette Joseph

July 2, 2025

We extend our heartfelt condolences during this difficult period. We hope that you find strength and comfort and may your memories of Mr. Lewis provide solace. He will be deeply missed.

William Touriac

July 2, 2025

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Lee, Gary, David Stephens

July 1, 2025

We will forever cherish the impact and memory of Mr. Lewis.

Betty Walton Whitten

July 1, 2025

My deepest condolences to the family.

Cheryl Edmonds

July 1, 2025

Keeping you and the family uplifted in prayer.

Paula Christmas

June 30, 2025

My dearest deepest condolences to the family, Janine we met once in a lifetime and I felt the connection of a blood relatives. May GOD continue to comfort and protect your family in this difficult time.

Ira Cross

June 30, 2025

I am sending my love and condolences to all of the family members of Cleophus Lewis. God loves you, and He will continue to bless and keep you. Cleophus has been, and he will always be, a special part of so many happy memories. When I think of him, I remember him with joy and love. God looked down and picked a special one to be added to His numbers in Heaven.
With love,
Cousin Ira

Thomas & Mary Murray

June 30, 2025

Sorry for your loss. May God give you and your family strength to heal from this loss and keep you healthy . Love from Thomas and Mary Murray

Dawn Williams-Richardson

June 29, 2025

Sir, your wisdom and knowledge will truly be missed. Prayers of comfort go out to the family and friends of Bro. Lewis

Melvin Brown Jr.

June 29, 2025

Cleo is and will always be a great friend. He will truly be missed.

Pat Tauriac

June 27, 2025

Cleo was a true, honest and smart man. I really enjoyed listening to his many stories especially when he would light up with stories of his many flights! Flying was his true passion.
He will be surely missed by his many friends and especially his family.
Florence will be at a loss without him. Sending hugs and love!❤❤

Belinda Tauriac

June 27, 2025

My prayers are with my dear cousins as they go through this hard time, he is now at peace!!

Don Williams

June 27, 2025

I only new Mr. Lewis for a short time but was moved by the stories of his life and the light that he emanated as a true child of God.

Ahmbur Blue

June 27, 2025

Sending condolences, prayers and love.

Nina & Ellery Hunter

June 26, 2025

To our sister in Christ, Janine, we pray that God will bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. May your loving memories give you some comfort in the days ahead. Love & blessings, Nina and Ellery Hunter

Aretha Fishher

June 26, 2025

To myloving family. I pray for your comfort and send you my love. Wrapping my arms around each of you.
Love always.
Dr. Aretha L Fisher (cousin)

LaShae Hebert Robinson

June 26, 2025

I'm so sorry. My heart hurts for your family. Rest in peace.

Michael Quarles

June 26, 2025

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March 2008 - Austin, TX - Concordia University Honors Induction

Tia Birt

June 25, 2025

Mr. Lewis will be greatly missed by the family of Davey Birt. My favorite memory of Mr. Lewis was when I first met him when Davey and I were dating and we visited their home. I knew I was in for a treat when he said I needed to sit down so we could chat. He shared a funny story of when they baby sat Davey as a child. His gift of story telling and sharing memories were always captivating and often very funny. Our family was excited that they were moving to Texas and we had fun keeping up with their home being built. Our families have spent many holidays and celebrations together since the Lewis’ moved to Texas. Mr. & Mrs. Lewis have attend our children’s events from band performances to sports. Our children loved his story telling from the military to teaching in California. I thank God for knowing such a wonderful man that was like the uncle I’ve never had. May his entire family be comforted by the Holy Spirit in the days and months ahead. With God’s love,

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