On December 31, 1959, Lewis Van Braswell was born in Jasper, Florida to Barbara Ann Braswell (Sims).
Lewis graduated from Hamilton County High School in Jasper, Florida.
Lewis served in the United States Army for a short period of time and worked on various jobs prior to his disability to support his family.
Lewis resided in Jennings, Florida with his wife Dorothy for over 15 years until he was called home on February 2, 2022.
Lewis's brother SP4 Ralph Bernard Braswell, Grandmother Bernice Mccloud Gunsby, Great Grandmother Blanche Mccloud Black and Uncle lzel Pete Mccloud, preceded him in death.
Lewis leaves behind his Loving and Devoted Mother Barbara Ann Sims, wife Dorothy Dowels. Four Sons: Lawrence Braswell Jr, Ralph McKennon, Joshua McKennon, Vantwon McKennon. Two Daughters: Ramona Braswell and Karen Braswell. Eight Grand Kids: Tyana Cooper, Vantwon Jr, Talish, Makiaha, Rhoyalty, Rodney Jr, Oryan Jalani Justice. Two Aunts: Carretha Washington, Brenda Robinson (Jerry). Five Uncles: Raynard Gunsby (Stephanie), Ezel Gunsby (Cecelia), Juan Gunsby (Tara), Earl Gunsby (Theresa), Anthony Braswell. Along with a host of Nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.