Lewis Edward Todd

Lewis Edward Todd, 86, of Fletcher, passed away Thursday, August 10, 2023.

A native of Buncombe County, he was a son of the late Louis S. and Edna Mae Lamb Todd. He was also preceded in death by one son, Lewis Samuel “Sam” Todd; one sister, Ella Mae Roberts and two brothers, Tommy Todd and Lee B. Todd.

He was a graduate of Biltmore School, where he made lifelong friends and went on to become a proud member of the US Navy at the age of 18. Once out of the Navy, Lewis become a plumber and pipefitter in nuclear power plants and was a long time member of Plumbers & Pipefitters Local Union 421, where he served as a business agent and employment coordinator for countless young men whom he mentored. He was a longtime member of Fletcher First Baptist Church, as well as a Mason (Biltmore Lodge) and a Shriner. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, collecting guns and the companionship of dogs. Above all, Lewis loved spending time with his family.

Lewis is survived by his loving wife of 33 years, Helen Zachary Todd; two daughters, Deborah Todd (Charlie) and Beverly Todd Shropshire (Victor); two sons, Andy Haynes (Pam) and Steve Haynes (Mary Ann); one sister, Annette Hall and six granddaughters, Carol Cassidy, Liza Rain Shropshire, Haley Haynes, Summer Haynes, Annie Haynes and Katie Haynes. He is also survived by several nieces, nephews, cousins and served as a mentor and father figure to many young men, who he all referred to as “son”.

A celebration of Lewis’ life will be held at 12:00 PM on Saturday, August 19 at Fletcher First Baptist Church with burial to follow at Tweeds Chapel Cemetery. His family will greet friends at the church on Saturday for one hour prior to the service.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you please write down and share a story or memory of Lewis with them, which will serve as the best remembrance of his life.

Groce Funeral Home’s Lake Julian team is assisting the family.

Lewis would always end his prayers with the phrase “Lord, if it be your will, let this be a good day”.