Claudia Mae Jones Lewis

Mrs. Claudia Jones Lewis, age 77, passed away in Easley, SC on March 01, 2020. Claudia was born July 18, 1942 in Anderson, SC to the late Josephine Jones. Claudia was raised in her early life by mother and father, Wyzo and Ollie Mae Rhodes. She also had a plentiful number of bonus siblings, including her very close sister Wyzella Rhodes Williams. Claudia attended West Greenville Elementary School and Sterling HIgh School. When Claudia was 14 she moved to New York and set out to find her mother, which she did. She always felt blessed to have two sets of family and be surrounded by love. As an adult, Claudia worked as a midwife and a housekeeper for multiple families. Claudia brought a smile wherever she went and made many lifelong friends because of it. Her friends described her as a special, unique, loving person with a quick sense of humor. Claudia was a devoted Christian and a lifetime member of her church, Sweet Canaan Baptist Church in Piedmont SC. This is where her late husband, Leroy Lewis was laid to rest on Feb 14, 1993. Together Claudia and Leroy are survived by 3 children, Terecca Jones, Anthony M. Jones, and Keith W. Lewis and a god-daughter, Sharon Reid. Their legacy also lives on with at least 20 grand, great-grand, and great-great-grandchildren, and a multitude of nieces, nephews, & cousins. Claudia’s wish was to be cremated, and her memorial service will take place on Friday, March 13th at 2pm at Cremation Society of South Carolina - Westville Funerals, 6010 White Horse Rd, Greenville, SC 29611. This is where flowers, donations, and condolences can be offered as well. Family, friends, and others whose lives Claudia touched are invited to come celebrate her life and show support and love to one other, just as Claudia would’ve wanted. After the service, the family will be welcoming guests at 200 West C Ave, Easley, SC, 29640.