Richard Lee Lewis

Richard L. Lewis, 80, of Henderson Nevada, passed away on Tuesday, June 2 in Henderson, NV

Richard was born in Russell Kansas to Joseph Victor Lewis and Edna Ruth Lewis on December 10, 1939.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Richard completed a Master's Degree in mathematics from Pittsburg State University. After graduation, he enjoyed teaching college-level mathematics at Pittsburg State University in Kansas and Hayward State College in California. Richard transitioned to college administration where he enjoyed working as the Registrar at several Universities in Texas, South Dakota, and Arkansas.  He enjoyed spending time with his friends, his dogs, cooking, and traveling all over the United States.

Richard is survived by his sons Michael Lewis and Steve Lewis both from Fayetteville AR, brothers Robert Lewis from Yuba City, Ca and Jack Lewis from Dallas, Tx.

Grandchildren Brealyn, Maclane, Justin, Cade, and a few great-grandchildren. Friend M. Elliot Carte of Henderson, NV.

Repose of the soul service will be at 1100 on June 26th, 2020 at the St. Mary's Catholic Church Cemetery in Russell, KS. Arrangements are by Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Pittsburgh State University Foundation under the Richard Lewis Award for Excellence in Math. Donations made be mailed to:

PSU Foundation

PO Box 4005

Pittsburg Ks 66762