Joseph K. Lewis, Jr., 69, Leawood, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, November 28, 2023.
He was born December 3, 1953 in St. Joseph to Joseph K. Lewis, Sr. and Gloria (Beckwith) Lewis. Joe grew up in St. Joseph, graduating from Lafayette High School in 1972.
He earned his law degree from the University of Missouri-Kansas City, then opened his law practice, Herron and Lewis, in Kansas City. Later he returned home to St. Joseph, where he practiced law until retiring in 2014.
Joe’s passion was his daughters and coaching their youth sports teams. One of his proudest achievements was creating The Flash competitive softball team. He later served on the board of the Olathe Girls Softball Association for many years.
He enjoyed gardening, landscaping, playing guitar, writing music and singing.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and sister, Nancy Lewis.
Survivors include his daughters, Darin Wisner (Greg) and Blair Lewis; stepdaughter, Britni Jarvis (Sean); five grandchildren, Finley and Parker Wisner, and Ella, Mia and Livy Jarvis; brothers, Jeff Lewis and Jerry Lewis; numerous other extended family members and friends.
The family gives special thanks to Joe’s cousin Doug Beckwith, who was always there for Joe and his family.
Farewell Services and Public Livestream 3:00 P.M. Saturday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends one hour prior to the service. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.