History & Staff
We have years of experience caring for families, from all walks of life. Each family comes to us because they know we are leaders in our profession, dedicated to excellence in service, and have the highest integrity.
Our History
Lewis Funeral Home, Inc. was established in 1904 by Charles Lewis in the
back of Lewis Furniture Store on the Square in Magnolia. Charles
operated the funeral home from 1904 to 1946.
His son, Fred Lewis operated the funeral home after his death from 1946 to 1981.
At
Fred Lewis' death, his son, Billy Fred Lewis purchased the funeral home
and operated it from 1981 until 1994 when he passed away from cancer.
In 1994, his wife, Saundra and daughters, Dee Dee Lewis Foster and Jennifer Lewis Adkins took over the business and have continued to provide service to families since.
Our Valued Staff
Saundra Lewis, President
Dee Dee Lewis Foster
BS Agriculture Business from Southern Arkansas University, License Funeral Director Louisiana and Arkansas, and License Insurance Agent Louisiana and Arkansas. Serving families for over 25 years
Jennifer Lewis Adkins
BA in Business Adminstration from Southern Arkansas University, Licensed Funeral Director, Licensed Insurance Agent, Past President of Arkansas Funeral Director Association, and Arkansas Funeral Director of the year in 2004. Serving families for over 25 years.
Lynn Thomas, Magnolia Operations Manager
Associates Degree in Funeral Service from the University of Arkansas Community College; Hope, AR Licensed Funeral Director, Embalmer and Insurance Agent. Serving Families for over 12 years
Denny Foster, Apprentice Funeral Director and Embalmer
Eric Goble, Funeral Director/ Minister
Serving Families for over 25 years
Barney Hugh Reeves, Funeral Director/ Apprentice Emblamer
Beth Taylor, Visitation Assistant
Sue Williams, Visitation Assistant
Joyce Crane, Visitation Assistant
Steve Nipper, Part Time Professional
Terry Sanders, Part Time Professional