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In lieu of flowers, the family asks that a gift in memory of James (Reggie) Lewis, Class of 1960 be made to North Carolina A&T State University. For online donations: 1) Credit card payments can be given through A&T's secure donation portal 2) Click here to access: https://www.givecampus.com/campaigns/28065/donations/new For mail-in donations: 1) Print this giving form (https://tinyurl.com/49b8fac3) 2) Enclose cash or check made payable to North Carolina A&T State University with memo "In Memory James (Reggie) Lewis class of 1960" 3) Mail to NC A&T Advancement Operations, Dowdy Building Suite 400, 1601 E. Market Street, Greensboro, NC 27411 For Acknowledgments: All cards can be sent to Mrs. Alice Lewis, 3205 E. 10th Street, Greenville, NC 27858 James Reginald “Reggie” Lewis, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and a distinguished engineer, passed away on August 31, 2025, in Winterville, North Carolina. He was born on December 15, 1939, near Greenville, North Carolina, to the late Matthew and Christine (Keyes) Lewis. Reggie began his education in the Pitt County School District and later transferred to the Greenville School District for is sixth-grade year. He was an active member of Sycamore Hill Missionary Baptist Church, their Baptist Training Union and their Boy Scout Troop 131. In 1956, at the age of 16, he graduated from C.M. Eppes High School, where he was a standout student leader. He was elected Vice President of the student government during his senior year and participated in various activities, including the French Club, Band, Hall Marshall and Yearbook Staff. Reggie enrolled at North Carolina A&T State University (A&T). He joined the university’s band, was a member of the school’s Engineering Association, YMCA and later became president of the Drama Club during his senior year. In 1960, he earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering and later on he received a Master’s Degree in Business Administration from the University of West Florida. While at A&T, he met Alice Marie Harris, who became his wife and the love of his life. Reggie dedicated his life to his family and a long and remarkable career in engineering. He began his professional journey as a Project Engineer at the U.S. Army’s Picatinny Arsenal in Dover, New Jersey. His expertise quickly led him to several key positions where he contributed to the development and production of armaments for the U.S. Army and later, the U.S. Air Force. In 1977, he joined the U.S. Airforce Armament Development and Test Center at Eglin Air Force Base in Florida. There, he held numerous management roles, eventually becoming the Director of Engineering. After 35 years of federal service, he retired in 1996. The following year, he continued his work in engineering with Sverdrup Technology (later Jacobs Engineering), relocating to Winterville, North Carolina, in 2006 to be closer to his roots. He retired for a second time in 2015. Beyond his professional achievement, Reggie’s greatest pride was his family. He was a loving husband to his wife, Alice Marie Lewis, and a devoted father to three sons, James Randall Lewis (Theresa), Mark Edwin Lewis (Wendy Wilcox), and Kevin Lee Lewis. He was also a proud grandfather to his four grandchildren: Jalen, Willow, Nikolas, and Eden. He is survived by his brother, Edward Earle Lewis (Jackie and daughters, Denise, Erika, Edana, and niece Rebekka). He is also survived by his late brother Matthew’s wife, Mary Lewis, and his children Brian (Trudy and daughter Alana), Jennifer, and Danielle. He was preceded in death by his sister, Ann Bouldin, and his brother, Matthew Lewis. Reggie had a passion for cars, spending countless hours working on them and attending car shows. He also found immense joy in gardening, ensuring his yard was always filled with colorful flowers. He was a dedicated member of his church, where he sang joyfully in the Choir and the Men’s Male Chorus, and was a member of the Omega Psi Phi fraternity. Throughout his life, Reggie actively participated in numerous service organizations, always seeking opportunities to help others.

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Mr. James Reginald Lewis

December 15, 1939 - August 31, 2025