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Stark, Lewis Carl

The Newton Kansan

Lewis Carl Stark

Lewis Carl Stark was born February 16, 1932 in Newton, KS. He met Jesus and had his sight restored on February 7, 2022. He was the son of Gus and Ella (Reiss) of Newton. Lewis was a life-long member of Newton Nazarene Church. He gave his life to Jesus at the age of 33. He loved to share his faith and if anyone had doubts about where they were spending eternity he would share John 14:6 and urge them to accept Jesus as their Lord and Savior. His life of service included driving the church bus for 22 years, transporting foster children, medical transports and foster parenting. He lost his eyesight on Monday, June 13, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. at the age of 79. Lewis or 'Lewie' as he was known to his coworkers, retired as Supervisor from Cessna Wallace after more than 45 years of dedicated service.

He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Judith (Moyer), sister Ruth Ann (Dennis) Goecks, sister Norma Jean Gooch, daughters LaRita (Gene) Schandorff, Jo (Rocky) Lamar, Mary (Chris) Swan, and sons Brian (Carisa) Stark, James Stark. He also leaves behind 12 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren whom he also loved dearly and prayed for daily.

Lewis was preceded in death by his parents, his brother Arnold and his sister Ruby. Visitation will be held at Peterson Funeral Home in Newton, Kansas on Feb. 14 from 5-6:30 PM. Celebration of Life service is Feb. 15 at 10:00 AM at Newton Nazarene Church. In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to any of the following Memorials: Kansas Foster Care, Newton Nazarene Church, or MidAmerica Nazarene University Coach Rocky Lamar Basketball Camp Scholarship