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Lew
Nazarewycz
Feb 15, 1949 — Jan 25, 2022
Lew Nazarewycz (Naz-a-rev-itch), 72, of Letart, WV, passed into the waiting arms of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Tuesday, January 25, 2022, at Holzer Medical Center in Gallipolis, Ohio after a short illness.
Lew was the son of the late Ostap Lew and Irena Sophia of Kiev, Ukraine. He was born February 15, 1949, in Spital, Austria. He along with his parents and 2 older brothers immigrated into the Unites States of America in December of 1951, shortly before Lew's 3rd birthday, and settled in Chester, PA. After high school, Lew enlisted in the Army and served 3 years, 1 in Vietnam. Upon discharge from the service, he settled in West Virginia. He was employed by AEP, John Amos Plant and left AEP to go to work for Aramco in Saudi Arabia for almost a year. Upon his return to the states, he went back to work for AEP Mountaineer Plant in New Haven, WV where he retired as a maintenance machinist after 35 years in 2007. In his retirement, he enjoyed working at their country home He could do almost anything and enjoyed working on his metal lathe, milling machine and many other tools he was so talented in using.
Lew was a member of Fairview Bible Church for many years where he served as a Trustee and Sunday School teacher. His love for the Lord and knowledge of the Bible was unmeasurable.
Upon Vicky's retirement in 2010, they became the directors of Bend Area Food Pantry where he spent countless hours serving the community. He was a member of the Mason County Right to Life for many years and worked with the Good News Club at New Haven Elementary School. He was a true worker and was always available to help anyone at any time.
Lew is survived by his wife and best friend of 41 blessed years, Vicky who was the love of his life. His son Eric Nazarewycz (Jennifer) of Buffalo, WV. His daughter, April Nazarewycz Lloyd of New Haven, WV.
Grandchildren, Corissa and Mallory Lloyd of New Haven WV and Emma and Jesse Nazarewycz of Buffalo, WV, who were the light of his life.
Brothers, Terry (Irene) of Garnet Valley, PA, Iwan and his children, Alexandra and Jack of Philadelphia PA and sister Kris (Ward) and their children, Olivia, Natalie and Archer of Coatsville, PA. Many church family and friends.
Memorial service will be held, Tuesday, February 1st at the Mason United Methodist Church in Mason, WV at 2 pm with Pastors Donnie Dye and Brian May officiating. Friends may call from 12-2 before the service.
In lieu of flowers, the family asked that a donation be made in Lew's honor either to the Gideons, PO Box 75, Point Pleasant, WV 25550 or to St Judes Hospital.
Vicky would like to thank the host of family and friends that have supported her through this difficult time, especially Bobby Ann, Carolyn, and Joyce and Todd who cared for the dogs and horses and watched the house.
Vicky would also like to extend her deepest gratitude to the nurses at Holzer Medical Center, Kay, Danielle, Rico and Clint who took such good care of Lew during his stay there and to Vicky who were good to her also.
Arrangements provided by Foglesong-Casto Funeral Home, Mason, WV.
Condolences may be shared with the family at www.foglesongfuneralhome.com
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