Barbara Lynn Lewis, a life well lived
Barbara Lynn "Summer" Lewis of Lewes passed away peacefully at home Thursday, March 16, 2023, surrounded by her loving family.
Summer was born May 26, 1950, in Big Rapids, Mich., to Grant and Pauline Lewis. After graduating high school, Summer’s carefree spirit led her to fun adventures while living in Michigan, California, Alaska, and Florida before starting her career at Virginia Power. Subsequently, she became an accomplished business owner, real estate investor, realtor, and school bus driver before finally settling down in Lewes with her wife, Peggy.
Summer's passion for life, her love of animals, and her love of family and friends are a testament to a life well lived. Summer could always be counted on to bring laughter and levity to any situation. She enjoyed traveling, and she lived in many different places throughout the United States.
Summer is survived by her wife of 32 years, Peggy Connor of Lewes; their daughter, Jillian Hinskton (Jeremy) of Lewes; as well as her siblings, Judy DeNoyer of Traverse City, Mich., Dave (Pat) Lewis of Suring, Wis., and Darlene “Tilly” Ellis of Lewes. She also leaves behind several nieces and nephews, as well as countless extended family members and friends who will cherish her memory forever.
Services will be private.
Although no memorials are necessary, consider donating to First State Animal Center, 32 Shelter Circle, Camden, DE 19934; or SPCA, fsac-spca.org/in-memory.
