Sylvia Ruth Lewis, age 81, of Gran Quivira, New Mexico passed away on Sunday March 1, 2015 in Las Cruces, New Mexico. She was the daughter of the late Virgle and Ora Mae (Wells) Johnson. Sylvia worked for the U.S. National Park Service for over 30 years before she retired. She had an unwavering faith in God and was a devout member of the Gran Quivira Church. Sylvia enjoyed spending time with her church family and was the Secretary/Treasurer for the church until she fell ill. She is preceded in death by her beloved husband, parents, brothers and sisters. Sylvia is survived and will forever be remembered by her Sons, Virgal Mark Lewis, Karl Lee Lewis and Glenn Edwin Lewis. She was blessed with several beautiful grandchildren and great grandchildren. A funeral service is scheduled for Saturday March 7, 2015 at 10:00 A.M. at the First Assembly of God in Mountainair, New Mexico. Graveside service to immediately follow with weather permitting.