Edward Frances "Skip" Lewis,

Mr. Edward F. "Skip" Lewis, II, age 66 of Melrose passed away at his home on Sunday, December 20, 2015. He was born in Wilmington, Delaware on February 19, 1949 to the late Edward and Verda (Bramer) Lewis. Mr. Lewis moved to Melrose one year ago from Maryland where he had retired as an Air Conditioner and Refrigeration Mechanic. Skip enjoyed go cart racing, carpentry, and truck driving; he also enjoyed being a free spirited individual and camping with his wife at dirt Maryland; two step children, Suzanne Durst (Mike) of Melrose and Chris Carey (Deanna) of Orange Beach, Alabama. Also left behind are his two siblings, James "Jim" Lewis (Robin) of New Jersey and Jay Wrightman (Fred) of Florida Keys; eight grandchildren and two great grandchildren. For those who would like to help in sharing the memories of Skip are welcome to do so on Sat. February 13, 2016 at the Fletchwood Inn, 288 Fletchwood Road, Elkton, MD 21921, between 1 - 4p.m. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the American Cancer Society, 2119 SW 16th Street, Gainesville, FL 32608.Arrangements are under the care of JONES-GALLAGHER FUNERAL HOME, 340 E. WALKER DR. KEYSTONE HEIGHTS, FL 32656. 352-473-3176.www.jonesgallagherfh.com Funeral Home Jones - Gallagher Funeral Home - Starke 620 E. Nona Street Starke FL - 32091 US (904) 964-6200