of Little Rock, AR
December 9, 1933 - December 5, 2016
Edward Eugene "Gene"Lewellen, Sr., 83, of Little Rock, Arkansas, passed away on December 5, 2016. He was born December 9, 1933 to Joseph and Frances Abrames Lewellen.
He was the owner and operator of Terry's Finer Foods for over 30 years. He worked there for many years prior to ownership. In his younger days, he enjoyed playing and watching baseball.
Gene was preceded in death by his parents; son, Edward Eugene Lewellen, Jr.; and two brothers, Bill and Tom Lewellen. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Mae Bell Moreland Lewellen; son, Jeffrey Lewellen; grandchildren; Kendall Lewellen and Patience Petersen; great-grandson, Jaiden Petersen and brother, Jim Lewellen.
Funeral service is 1:00 p.m., Friday, December 9, 2016 at Roller-Chenal Funeral Home, 13801 Chenal Parkway, Little Rock, AR 72211, (501) 224-8300. Visitation is from 12:00-1:00 p.m., prior to the service. Burial to follow at Pinecrest Memorial Park in Alexander, AR.
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4 Condolence(s)
Libby Smith
Thursday, December 8, 2016
Jeff, My thoughts and prayers are with you, your mother, and the rest of the family at this time. May God wrap his loving arms around you all. --Libby
Lonnie, Susie and Josh Burrow
Wednesday, December 7, 2016
Jeff, we are all sorry for the loss of your father. He was so well known and admired. We will be praying for your family.
Lonnie, Susie and Josh
JAMES JUSTICE
Tuesday, December 6, 2016
In todays world there are few men who could stand up to the character that Mr Lewellen had, Intelligent, Moral integrity, Respectfull, and Kind Hearted..... will be greatly missed.
My Friend.
Ramona Justice
Tuesday, December 6, 2016
You are in our thoughts and prayers. I have great respect and admiration for Mr. Lewellen, he was always so thoughtful and kind. This earth was made better by such a gentle man.