Amos Jacob “Jake” Lewman Jr., 79, passed away on Saturday, December 17th, 2022 at his home in Sedgwick, Kansas. He was born in El Dorado, Kansas to Amos Sr. and Genevia (Hoober) Lewman in 1943. He spent his childhood years in El Dorado and Wichita, Kansas. He graduated from East High School and the Vocational Technical program for Machinists of Wichita, Kansas. Upon graduation, he began working at Safaric Tool and Dye, where he later became president of the company.
In 1963 he married Beverly Ann Stanley. Within this marriage, 3 children were born. The first-born being Paul Allen Lewman, who died at infancy. Followed by Jon Eric Lewman, born in 1967, and Mark Charles Lewman, born in 1969. Upon their divorce in 1986, Jake Lewman then moved to St. Louis, Missouri. He lived there for 27 years until he retired from BeltService. He then moved to Sedgwick, Kansas, to be closer to his family. He enjoyed gardening and tending to his vast iris flower garden, socializing with friends, partaking in garage sales, and had an extensive collection of eclectic items.
He was proceeded in death by his parents, brother Lawrence C. “Larry” Lewman, former wife Beverly, and son Paul. He is survived by his sons Jon (Brandi), of Marion, Kansas; Mark (Leann), of Sedgwick, Kansas; his 5 grandchildren, Cole (Caroline), Zachary (fiancé Kyleigh Schwein), Jessi, Kiana, and Levi Lewman.
A graveside service will be held and announced at a later date. Memorials may be designated in his memory to Shriners Hospital for Children, and Public Broadcasting Service.
Baker Funeral Home Valley Center. Condolences may be left for the family at www.bakerfhvc.com.