Martha Lewis

Martha Fowler Lewis of Roswell, Georgia, a wonderful and loving wife, mother and grandmother, left her earthly home to meet her Lord and reunite with her beloved husband Alden, on May 10, 2006. Martha was born in Atlanta, Georgia on August 5, 1923, where she lived until moving to Roswell with her husband in 1971. While raising her boys, Martha was very involved in their school activities, as well as other civic and church related events, and worked part-time in Rich's Jewelry Department. When her youngest son graduated high school in May 1969, Martha went to work full time for the Georgia Tech Athletic Association and became an avid Georgia Tech fan. After retiring in April 1985, Martha taught ceramics at Hammond Glen Senior Community, Chambrel At Roswell Retirement Community, and in the basement of her home twice a week. Martha also loved gardening and was not only known for her own immaculate, beautifully maintained lawn, but also those of her children and grandchildren. A breast cancer survivor of more than 16 years, Martha fought a fearless and courageous battle to the end. She was a dedicated Christian and an active member of North River Baptist Church for many years. Martha was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 63 years, C. Alden Lewis. She is survived by three sons, Richard Alden Lewis (Kathy), Charles Douglas Lewis (Karen), and Donald Vann Lewis (Elaine); six grandchildren, Scott Alden Lewis, Ashley Kathleen Lewis, Chadwick Alden Lewis (Jill), Amanda Lewis Stoddard (Erik), Lindsay Marie Lewis, and Katherine Avery Lewis; sister, Rachel Fowler Cook; several nieces and nephews and many dear friends. A funeral service will be held at North River Baptist Church on Saturday, May 13, 2006, at 1 o'clock p.m. with Dr. W. Steven Brown officiating and Darrell Johnson assisting. Interment to follow in Green Lawn Cemetery and Mausoleum. The family will receive friends on Friday, May 12, 2006, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to North River Baptist Church, 12090 Hardscrabble Road, Roswell, Georgia 30075. Northside Chapel Funeral Directors, Inc., 12050 Crabapple Road, Roswell, Georgia 30075, (770) 645-1414 (www.northsidechapel.com)

Martha Lewis

August 5, 1923 - May 10, 2006