He is preceded in death by his parents, Kenneth and Elaine Lewis.
Buford is survived by his beloved wife Bobbie Lewis, son, James Robert Lewis of New Bern, daughter, Jessica Ashton Fuller (Brian) of New Bern, brother, Ken Lewis (Judy) of New Bern, two sisters, Barbara Valentine of Massachusetts, Trudy Hardison (Tim) of Jamesville, NC, grandchildren, Elijah Fuller, and Lucy Lewis.
Buford was a loving husband, father, and a dedicated servant to the Lord. He enjoyed music (especially playing guitar), watching Star Trek, making corny jokes, going to every sporting event his children participated in, and most recently spending all his energy playing with his grandchildren. He began his ministry at Temple Baptist Church as the music and youth minister. He began his pastoral ministry at Pollocksville Baptist Church while attending Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. He concluded his service as pastor at Crossroads Baptist Church, where he ministered for 20 years. He also served as adjunct Chaplain at CarolinaEast Medical Center for 26 years. Buford was loved and respected by all who knew him, he never met a stranger, and always made others comfortable and laugh. Those who know of his story will know the depth of his favorite Bible verse, Philippians 4:13.
A memorial service will be held at Crossroads Baptist Church on November 28, 2020 at 11:00AM. Due to Covid-19 restrictions, the service will be held outside and masks will be required.
In lieu of flowers please consider a donation in Buford’s honor to: Crossroads Baptist Church Memorial Fund
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