Patricia R. Lewis,86
(nee Ruguone)

Born on January 3, 1938 in Chicago, IL to Joseph and Josephine Ruguone. In 1955, Patricia married her husband Richard C. Lewis and together shared 69 years of marriage filled with cherished memories.

Patricia enjoyed careers as a continuity clerk for the CTA, a waitress at Margie's restaurant, a waitress/cook/bartender at Matt's Inn in Lemont, IL, and a cook at Walsh and Ludwig schools in Lockport, IL.

Patricia lived a long life, pouring her heart into raising their only daughter, being a devoted wife, and caring for their beloved family dogs in a home filled with laughter and love.

She loved cooking, sewing, and crafting beautiful one-of-a-kind gifts for others.

Although she will be greatly missed, her legacy of kindness, selflessness, compassion, quiet strength in times of struggle, and uplifting spirit will live on in the hearts of those who loved her.

Preceded in death by her parents, Joseph and Josephine Ruguone; siblings, Marie DeStefano, Nello Ruguone and Anthony Ruguone; many other dear deceased family members.

Survived by her beloved husband of 69 years, Richard C. Lewis; loving daughter, Christine (Jeffrey) Dyszczakowski; many nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends.

Graveside Service on Monday, December 2, 2024 at Noon at Fairmount Willow Hills Cemetery (9100 S. Archer Ave., Willow Springs).  Arrangements entrusted to O'NEIL FUNERAL HOME 1105 E. 9th St., Lockport.  For Info: (815) 838-5010 or www.oneilfuneralhome.com