Date of Death: July 9, 2025
Service Details
His family will receive friends Thursday, July 17, 2025 beginning at 11:00 a.m. at Firm Foundation Ministries, 651 E. Main St., Centreville. A memorial service will follow at the same location at noon with Pastor Jamey Smith officiating. The service can be viewed here.
Obituary Notice
It is with profound sadness that we announce the sudden passing of John Paul Lewis, affectionately known to all as JP, who passed away on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, following a tragic accident. He was 35 years old.
He was born December 21, 1989 in Kalamazoo, to father Constable Augusta and mother Lonnette Lewis.
He attended Three Rivers High School, graduating in 2008, where he was not only known for his vibrant spirit and infectious energy but also his incredible sportsmanship while playing baseball and football. JP brought immense joy and laughter into the lives of everyone he met. He was truly the life of every party, known for his incredible sense of humor and his deep love for having fun. More than that, he was a remarkably kind and generous soul who genuinely loved to help others, always willing to lend a hand or offer a comforting word. His compassion and unwavering willingness to support those around him touched countless lives.
JP worked with his family at Grand Rental Station for years. He aspired to be a Heavy Equipment Operator and attended a trade school in Wisconsin where he finished his program at the top of his class. He loved the outdoors and spent most of his time on Pleasant Lake where he was born and raised.
Remaining to cherish his memory are his mother Lonnette Wood, step-father Dale Wood, sister Leah Augusta, step-brother Kody Wood, son Greyson Scott Lewis, and grandfather Darrell Lewis.
He was preceded in death by his father Constable Augusta, and his beloved grandmother Mary Jo Lewis.
Additional Information
Donations in JP’s memory will be put in a trust fund for his son Greyson Scott Lewis and may be directed to Lonnette Wood. Envelopes will be available at the church and at Hohner Funeral Home.
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love you uncle jpizzle you broke mine and my moms hearts knowing you got in the crash love you unc jpizzle
Im sorry for your loss you an your family will be in my prayers sending my condolences
I’m so sorry for your loss Loni and family! Praying for you all!
I’m so very sorry for your loss. JP was a good kid, very respectful, Mom (Ms.Vickie) loved him. Praying for you and your family, for understanding and strength. God Bless.
Can never understand why God calls the young back Home so soon…..So very, very sad to hear about John Paul passing. When we had our cottage on Bidelman Rd, JP would walk or ride his bike down and hang out with my son, Zack. He always had a smile and laugh on his face, he was a joy to be around, for sure! They would throw the football around to each other, hit baseballs down to the lake and we pull them around Pleasant Lake wake boarding. RIP, JP….. You were taken way too soon and will be extremely missed by very many.
It is with a sad and heavy heart, but I remember a hard-hitting baseball home run king who the opposing team coaches would wave their players back 10 feet or so because JP was at bat. Finally they just intentionally walked him. A football player who would play his heart out at any positions the coach asked him to. A guru ice fisherman who usually caught his limit, however long it took. I’m sure you’re hugging your beloved Nana and high-fiving your old sports coach and mentor (Kenny McEnroe), who both left us way, way too soon. God bless you John Paul, and your entire family.
I’m loss at words , but all I can say is I’m very very sorry for your loss and very much in my prayers!🙏🏽💔
Our deepest sympathy to Lonnie and family. Did not know John Paul personally.
Only know Lonnie as we have been regular rental patrons for many years. Sounds like he was a wonderful, kind , caring, loving person as his mom has always been.
So sorry that this happened. He always had a smile in a wave. When the camouflage pontoon rode by we all know who was driving. You will be missed JP.
Our hearts absolutely break for the loss of JP! He was incredibly funny, smart, giving, fearless and protective of those he loved and cared about! We will never forget him and please know your family is in our thoughts and prayers as you attempt to navigate the process of mourning, as well as celebrating his life cut short way too soon, and the legacy he leaves behind. Xoxo Christopher and Jacqueline Smith Family
I will always remember you my friend. There truly aren’t enough meaningful words that can be spoken about you. You will be missed dearly.
I wish I had the right words for comfort but they’re just aren’t any I’m very sorry for your loss John Paul had a heart of gold and was loved by many My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family