Dennis Lewis

Dennis Lewis, 89, of Danville, passed away 7am on Monday February 5, 2018. Dennis was born in Douglas County on August 23, 1928, the son of Elmer and Nellie (Wright) Lewis. Dennis is survived by his daughter Tamara Russell; two grandchildren, Blake Walker, Brooke Walker; two great-grandchildren, Kaela Walker, Cameron Walker and brother, George Lewis. Dennis is preceded in death by his parents, ex-wife Katie Lewis and four brothers and sisters. Dennis spent his early years in the Muncie, IL area. He was a graduate of Oakwood High School Class of 46'. He then earned a bachelor's degree from Western Illinois University and later received his master's degree from Indiana University. Dennis was a basketball coach for 38 years and began his career in Fremont, OH and later began coaching in Indiana as well as Illinois before returning to his Alma Mater to coach for Oakwood High School where his 1963 basketball team were Vermilion County Champions. He retired from Danville High School in 1987, after 23 years of service. Dennis was the author of the book "From Snakepits to Fieldhouses". He was also a veteran of the United States Air Force. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 2pm on Thursday February 8, 2018 at Sunset Funeral Home and Cremation Center 3940 N. Vermilion, Danville. Burial will be in Stearns Cemetery in Fithian Military rights will be performed by American Legion Post 210. Visitation will be held on Thursday from 1PM to 2PM at the funeral home prior to service. Please join Dennis' family in sharing memories, photos, and videos on his tribute wall at www.sunsetfuneralhome.com.

Visitation Feb 8, 2018 Thursday, 1:00 AM - 2:00 PM Sunset Funeral Home & Cremation Center 3940 N Vermilion st Danville, Il 61834 Service Feb 8, 2018 Thursday, 2:00 PM Sunset Funeral Home & Cremation Center 3940 N Vermilion st Danville, Il 61834 Final Resting Place Stearns Cemetery 3131 e 1800 north road Fithian, IL 61844