James R. Lewis III., 25, passed away Saturday, June 29, 2019. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, James was the son of James and Laura Lewis. James graduated from Northrop High School class of 2012. James proudly served our country in the U.S. Army 1st Battalion, 293rd Infantry from March 26, 2012 until June 15, 2016. He absolutely loved being outdoors. James enjoyed fishing with his grandpa, target shooting, country music, and working on cars. James attended Grace Christian Church. Surviving are his parents; siblings, Ben Lewis, Christina Bowland; grandparents, James and Maralee Lewis; Samuel Southworth; his beloved dog, Turbo; several aunts and uncles; 2 nieces, and 1 nephew. James was preceded in death by his grandma, Beverly Southworth. Service is 11 am, Saturday, July 6, 2019 at FairHaven Funeral Home and Cremation Services, with calling one hour prior. Calling also at the funeral home Friday, July 5, 2019 from 3 pm to 7 pm. Memorials may be made to the family or the Wounded Warriors Project.