Lewis Raymond Clark, Sr.

Lewis Raymond Clark, Sr., "Papa", 88, of 415 Dameron Street in Eden, passed away Wednesday, April 24, 2013, at his home.

A graveside memorial service will be held at 3 PM on Sunday, April 28, at Huntington Creek Cemetery in Big Island, VA.

Mr. Clark was born August 2, 1924 in Giles County, VA, son of the late Richard and Nannie Bell Colbird Clark. He was a retired mechanic with the Virginia School System.

He is survived by his daughter, Lois M. Letchford; sons, Lewis R. Clark, Jr. and wife, Meridith, David A. Clark and wife, Phyllis, Michael L. Love, and Teddy W. Clark and wife, Laura; brother, William Clark, Sr. and wife, Mary; 13 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews and friends.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Minnie Mae Bailey Clark.

The family would like to offer a special thanks to Christopher White for his help and compassion.

Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.fairfuneralhome.com