Eldin Dale "Big E" Lewis, 50, of Rayville, died Thursday, January 16, 2020, at North Kansas City Hospital.

Eldin was born on February 13, 1969, in Richmond, the son of Everett Dale "Smokey" and Janice Lee (King) Lewis, Jr.

Survivors include: his mother, Janice Lewis of Rayville; sister, Kathy Garrett of Rayville; niece, Tracey Garrett; three great-nephews: Gage, Devin, and Landon Garrett; great-niece, Mary Garrett; several cousins; and his many friends.

He was preceded in death by his father, maternal grandparents, Eldin and Betty King, and his paternal grandparents, Everett and Lizzie Belle Lewis.

Eldin was reared and educated in Excelsior Springs, graduating in 1987.  His work history included: working at Sinclair Gas Station in Excelsior Springs, the Excelsior Springs Golf Course, a car salesman for Auto Outlet in Excelsior Springs, and Lake City Arsenal.  Eldin was employed for the last five years at Henkel Corporation in Richmond.  He enjoyed all sports, hunting, fishing, gambling, coin collecting, and Chevy trucks.  Eldin never knew a stranger, loved to spoil his family and friends, and loved his dogs.  He especially loved spending time with his good friends Ritchey and Pam Schwenzer.  Eldin will be missed dearly by all his friends and family.

The family suggests memorial contributions be made to either Crowley Cemetery or Children's Mercy Hospital.  They can be left at or mailed to Thurman Funeral Home, 507 East Main Street-P.O. Box 190, Richmond, MO 64085.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Monday, January 20, 2020, at Thurman Funeral Home in Richmond.  Visitation will be held from 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. on Sunday, January 19, 2020, at the funeral home.  Burial will be in Crowley Cemetery, near Rayville.  Please remember to share your memories of Eldin with the family by visiting www.thurmanfuneralhome.com .