She was born July 7, 1924 in Peoria, IL to August and Aloha (King) Stein. She married Edward Lewis on November 23, 1950 in Peoria. He preceded her in death on August 16, 2010. Her parents and one brother, Wayne Stein also preceded her in death.
Surviving is one son, Steven (Mary) Lewis of Germantown Hills, IL, one daughter, Ann (Tom) Skaggs of Morton, IL, four grandsons and two great-grandchildren.
Lois worked in the advertising department of several area businesses, before graduating from Bradley University with a Bachelor's of Art in 1947. She then worked as an Art Teacher at East Peoria Community High School for over 20 years before retiring in 1988. She was a member of the Pi Beta Phi Sorority and the Retired Teachers of Illinois. Lois enjoyed painting, drawing, herb gardening, crocheting and will be especially remembered for her Pen and Ink drawings that are treasured by her family and friends.
Cremation will be accorded and a private family burial of the urn will be at Fondulac Cemetery at a later date. Remmert Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Memorials may be made to charity of donor’s choice. Online tribute and condolences may be made at www.remmert funeralhome.com.
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