Lewis Laney, Jr.
February 25, 1953 ~ February 22, 2013
Resided in:
Candler, NC
Lewis Laney, Jr., 59, of Candler, died Friday, February 22, 2013, at the John F. Keever, Jr., Hospice Solace Center.
Mr. Laney was born in Buncombe County and was preceded in death by his parents, Lewis ErvinLaney, Sr., and Elva Mae Wynes Laney, a nephew, Terry Pressley and father-in-law, Clifford Powell.
Lewis was an Army veteran and was a retired engineer with Norfolk-Southern Railway and was a member of New Morgan Hill Baptist Church. He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren, being at the beach, and deep sea fishing.
He is survived by his wife, Sandra Powell Laney; three sons, Michael Laney and wife, Jody, Cliff Laney, and Josh Laney and wife, Cassie; grandchildren, Aristin Laney, Paige Laney, and Whittier Laney; sisters, Reva Waldrup and husband, Charles, Shirley Gaylord and husband, Gene, Martha Edwards and husband, Bruce, Loretta Griffin and husband, Charles, and Brenda Parton; a brother, Ervin Laney and wife, Sharon; mother-in-law, Irnetta Powell, Sister-in-law, Wanda Bumgarner and husband, Ed; brothers-in-law, Kenneth Powell and wife, Sylvia and Tracy Powell and wife, Renee, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Each one held a special place in his heart.
A memorial service is scheduled for 1:00 p.m. Monday at New Morgan Hill Baptist Church with the Rev. Dr. James Walker and the Rev. Charles Griffin officiating.
The family will receive friends at the church following the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to New Morgan Hill Baptist Church Building Fund, 370 Lake Drive, Candler, NC 28715.
Groce Funeral Home on Patton Avenue is assisting the family.
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Dean and family: So sorry to hear about Lewis’ passing. We have not seen yall in several years but loved Lewis for many years. Don worked with him at Beacon years ago. We will be praying for your family.
Don and Karen Lee
Sandra – We are praying for you and your family. Lewis was a very special man. Love – David & Nancy
Dearest Michael and family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that my earnest prayers and loving thoughts are with you. As you know, I consider you as one of my own children…remembering all the beautiful memories we have of you when you spent time living with us
that one summer. May it be a source of inner strength to know that there is a loving God watching over you and that He will embrace you by His love,and lead you in the days of adjustment by His Spirit. Remember how much we love you and your family.
Dearest Lewis Laney family and siblings,
We are so sorry for your loss and heartache during this time, but know you are being held close in our hearts.
Terry and Janet Herren
enjoyed working with Louis many many years. He was always ready to help and a delight to talk with. He will be missed by many and the railroad will miss a very good engineer.
Dearest Michael and family,
My heart is broken for the loss of Lewis..May the Good Lord put his arms around you and your family for comfort and peace within .. Love you always, Marilyn
He will be missed by many. What we have lost, Heaven has gained.
So sorry..worked with Lewis here at Andover,Va.and never met a nicer and cheerful person as Lewis..
Our sympathies to the family. I enjoyed time spent with Lewis at work. He was always thoughtful of the people he worked with and his family.
When I think of ‘Lou’, I remember his smile and always cheerful mood. I always looked forward to seeing him out on the track! God bless.
Calvin Parham
Asheville, NC
So sorry.
Cliff, the residents and staff send you all our love and will be praying for you and your family.
Dear Family,
I have worked with Lewis for many years and loved him and all of you are in my prayers at this time.
My prayers to all family members.
I always liked lewis, he always had a big friendly smile for everyone.
My Deepest sympathy to all the family in the loss of your Beloved husband, Father and Son…..An Angel was called home. Prayers, Jewel
Lewis,
My oh my how I am going to miss your smiling face! We have shared so many wonderful times together & made so many wonderful memories that will forever be in my heart!I will always cherish the many weekends I spent with you & all of the omelets you made for me (without scuff marks haha). There was never a time that I saw coming in the door, or going out the door that I left without a kiss,a hug & an ‘I love you.’ I am so very blessed to have had the time I did with you & most of all, the pleasure of calling you my Uncle. I miss you this much & love you this big <3
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Sandra, our deepest sympathy and prayers go out to you and your family. We are so sorry for your loss. Love, Alicia and Phoebe
My prayers and condolences to the Laney family during this most difficult time. I really enjoyed working with Lewis and Ervin during our career with Norfolk Southern. I always looked forward to reminissing about the past, in High School and our earlier days with the railroad. He will be truly missed by all who knew him.
to the laney family,i am so sorry to hear about (ham)that is who we called him,ham was a very sweet person,we grew up with ervin,brenda and ham we love you all like family sorry again for your loss.i will be praying for you all.teena thanks for the memories.
I worked with Lewis He will be missed
Lewis was a very dear friend and a good neighbor for many years. His beautiful smile will be greatly missed. God bless your family.
Hilda and Daisy Gasperson, Griff and Fredrice Jones
Sandra,
I am praying for you and your family. Please know God is with you all. So sorry for your loss.
Denise
Josh, Cassie and family, we are truly sorry for Mr. Laney’s passing. This is a true loss! His big smile and genuine kindness will be missed. May God give you a peace and comfort during the coming days. Love and prayers, Don, Dana, Danielle and Devin Underwood
TO THE FAMILY OUR THOUGTHS&PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL. LEWIS WAS A VERY GOOD MAN.
As a classmate of Lewis Laney all through school until our graduation, I remember him as a quiet and gentle person and friend. I am so sorry for your family’s loss and for those who knew him.
Deborah Shuford Smith
To the family of Lewis Laney, I worked with Lewis for many years. He was a fine man. My prayers are with you at this time. May God give you comfort.
So sorry for your loss. May the Lord be your comfort and peace at this time.
Happy Birthday Lewis. Heaven has took home another great one. We Love and Miss you greatly. You were an awesome Uncle. We had some great times together Pizza Hut buffets, riding Free Fall at Six Flags (I think you told me that it would put hair on my chest and make me pretty like you if I rode it), and all those years you called me Wormy. Thank you for making sure I had everything I needed. I am sure you and Paw Paw are in Heaven now fishing and having a great time. You will be missed greatly down here. Love you so much
Crystal, Brock, Dakota, and Cheyenne Goodwin
Lewis was a kind gentle guy, a good friend all thru high school. He always had a smile. I pray comfort for all the family.
friend fron railroad days in virginia
enjoyed my days with lewis on railroad in andover
I just found out about this. So sorry about your loss. Lewis was a fellow classmate at Enka. I had some classes with him. He will surely be missed. Prayers will be with you at this time. Sincerely, Janice Echerd Bailey