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Damita J. Lewis was born on October 27, 1977, to the union of McKinley and Stella Lewis. She was raised in a family built on faith and love. She was a 1995 graduate of East Ascension High School. She enrolled in college at Louisiana State University in the fall of 1995, where she majored in English Literature, and minored in Paralegal Studies and Spanish. Damita completed her collegiate education and attained a Bachelors of Arts in English Literature from Louisiana State University in 2001. She Continued her education in grad school, and attained a Masters of Legal Studies in 2017. These educational credentials were strengthened by numerous other certifications, licenses, and achievements in varied other disciplines. For example, Damita was an entrepreneur. She launched "Damita Jo on the Geaux", and became a "go to" support service provided in the legal services industry. She departed life on Saturday, June 26, 2021 at the age of 43. She leaves to cherish her memory, one son, Brayden Lang; her parents, McKinley and Stella Lewis; one sister, Desi Lewis-Jones; one nephew, Cameron Jones; God-mother, Annette Perez; and a host of devoted relatives and friends. She is preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Elliot and Lee Ester Henry and Chester Lane; maternal great grandparents, Wesley Howard Sr., and Stella. Paternal grandparents, Eddie Lewis Sr., and Roseanna; and other relatives and friends. Visiting at True Light Worship Center, Gonzales, LA., on Friday, July 2, 2021 from 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm. and on Saturday, July 3, 2021 at Church from 9:00 am until religious service time 10:00 am. Interment in St. Landry United Methodist Church Cemetery. Hambricks Family Mortuary, Gonzales, LA., incharge of arrangements.
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You lived your life everyday as a strong woman in order to make a positive difference for the people depending on you. Through trials and tribulations, you knew you still had to carry on and keep it moving forward. When the time came for the Lord to bring you home, you made a final push of the clouds away so you could see your way to Heaven.
I love and miss you to the highest degree possible. My thoughts and prayers remain with our family. Thank you so much for being a part of my life. Wishing you a very happy 44th birthday, on 10-27-2021, during the 44th week of calendar year 2021.
May the grace, peace, love, honor, and mercy of my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and God the Father be with us all during this very difficult time. Continue to rest in eternal peace and to God be the glory!
With Deepest Sorrow and Sympathy,
From Your Cousin,
Rhonda Ann Clark
Round Rock, Texas 10-28-2021.
Rhonda Ann Clark
Family
October 28, 2021
Prayers and condolences to Stella / Desi and the entire family Sorry for the late post . Just learned of the sad passing of Damita and Mac. My heart is heavy and I know how you feel. God Bless and I pray to visit you all soon
Joe Counts
Friend
August 4, 2021
My prayers are with each of you
Marla N Celestine
Family
July 2, 2021
Love you Damita. I'm so grateful and blessed to have crossed paths with you. I'll forever cherish the fun times we shared. Your beautiful soul and presence will be greatly missed. Until we meet again....
Carl "Cj" Anderson
Friend
July 2, 2021
Love you Mita, will miss your huge heart and amazing personality.
Lorre Duhé-Claiborne
Friend
July 2, 2021
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Deloris Lewis- Bringier
Family
July 2, 2021
Praying for the family of my dear friend Damita . I meet Damita and Desi years ago working at Cortana Mall. You will be truly missed.
Shaun Harrison-O´Conner
Friend
July 2, 2021
Now behold the LAMB, the PRESCIOUS of God. We love you Damita, I am in prayer for your family. Love transcends!
Lucendia Mulberry
Friend
July 2, 2021
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Louis & Ernestine Tillotson
Family
July 2, 2021
Well, Miya, neighbor, cousin and friend-I will keep our friendship close to my heart forever.
Neighbors, I love you guys so much and will be here if you need me. Continuous prayers and love.
Donna Stewart
Family
July 2, 2021
Family may God continue to comfort you, strengthen you and give you peace during this horrific time. Trust him! We send our love and our deepest condolences.
Nathaniel and Elouise Sowell
Family
July 2, 2021
Love you cousin take you’re Rest
Samantha Gray
Family
July 2, 2021
Cousin Mita this was a shocking a coma and numb but cousin take you’re rest love u and will miss you because we as family stay connected with the strength of God. Rest on Cousin love u
Samantha Gray
Family
July 2, 2021
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Shirley Ann Lewis
Family
July 1, 2021
With Deepest Sympathy, Ms. Janice Stewart Banks
Janice Banks
Family
July 1, 2021
Damita, you were an amazing person! You were always a joy to be around. I am so glad to have known you. I will forever cherish the good times we had, the trips to New Orleans, and all the times we laughed. I regret that we lost touch throughout the years but I will always hold on to the memories. Take your Heavenly Rest! I know Jesus is wrapping His arms around you!
Gabrielle Briley
Friend
July 1, 2021
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Augustine Brown
Family
July 1, 2021
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Hilda Mae Wilson Gordon & Family
July 1, 2021
McKinley and Stella,
We are sending our condolences to the family. You are in our hearts and prayers.
Jessie& Jackie Brown
July 1, 2021
Damita's light shined so bright- it was impossible to not notice her presence. She was big-hearted and compassionate. She encompassed the true spirit of friendship. She will be missed, but not forgotten. My prayers are with Damita's family and friends during this time of remembrance and reflection.
Sheritta Taylor (Woodruff)
Friend
July 1, 2021
I'm still in disbelief. My friend,my friend. I will hold on to all of our great, funny memories. I love you dearly. Praying for your family through this time of pain.
Donna White-Barnes
Friend
July 1, 2021
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