BENTON – Michael Howard Lewis, 65, passed away unexpectedly on Aug. 15, 2023.

Mike was born on May 23, 1958, in Waterville. He graduated from East Hartford High School in Connecticut, where he grew up. He traveled extensively for work before returning to Maine to become a caregiver for both family and friends.

Mike was an avid pool player and enjoyed vacationing in Las Vegas, Nev. playing poker. He loved vegetable gardening and shared his bounty, as well as canning.

Mike was predeceased by his father, Howard “Ted” Lewis; and niece Katherine Grass Burns.

He is survived by his mother, Gloria Lewis of Benton; sister, Debra Lewis Beckwith and husband Durwood Sr. of Hartland; nephew, Benjamin Grass and wife Kelly of Watertown, N.Y., niece, Patrice Harris and husband Benjamin of Winslow; great-nieces Jordaan Harris, Michaela Burns and Ainsley Grass, great-nephews Joshua Grass, Jakob Harris and Garrison Grass; as well as his great-great-niece, Daisy Kate. He will be dearly missed by his aunt, uncles, and many special cousins.

The family would like to extend thanks to the nursing staff at 2 West at Maine General Medical Center for their caring and kindness for Mike and family.

There will be a graveside service on Thursday, Aug. 31 at 11 a.m. at St. Francis Cemetery in Waterville.

Donations may be made to the American Cancer Society or a charity of your choice.

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